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Volunteer Spotlight: US War Dogs Vice President, Chuck Rotenberry Former US Marine Corps dog handler and trainer, Chuck Rotenberry, has been our organization’s vice president since 2021, supporting the board in making positive changes to increase support and ensure the future of US War Dogs. But before joining our team, Chuck enjoyed a rich and varied career in K-9 – bringing with him hard-fought life experiences that include a serious combat injury that totally changed the course of his life. So, on Chuck’s Alive Day, we spoke to him about his career, his combat injury and how giving back has become inherent to him.

Tails of the Hill Country: The Story of an Incredible Fundraiser for US War Dogs 

In Conversation with… SGM Viridiana Lavalle – U.S. Army Military Working Dog (MWD) Program Manager

War Dogs Team Member Highlight: Aaron Stice Our team of volunteers at US War Dogs aren’t just helping to keep the wheels of our incredible organization turning. They bring a tremendous amount of personal experience from their years in K-9. We’re thrilled to spotlight our volunteer, US War Dogs care coordinator and former US Marine Corps dog handler, Aaron Stice, to talk about his career in K-9, some of his core memories as a dog handler and why he decided to give up a portion of his valuable spare time to support our mission.

Honoring our Fallen: Adam Cann  Our community’s commitment to saying the names of our fallen brothers and sisters and remembering their sacrifice is not only the ultimate mark of respect, but it helps to keep their legacy alive. The tragic death of Adam Cann in Ramadi, Iraq on January 5, 2006, was a significant moment for lots of reasons: The loss of a bright, funny, loyal, life-loving 23-year-old, who was also the first dog handler KIA since the Vietnam war. We spoke to Adam’s dad, Leigh, about his son’s selfless sacrifice and the moments since his death that have brought comfort, through the commitment of keeping Adam’s legacy burning bright.

In Conversation with… Vietnam Dog Handler, Mark Smoot

What a Year for War Dogs! From incredible events that bring together the K-9 family to record-breaking fundraisers and more support for retired MWDs given than ever before, Our president, Chris Willingham, reflects on another busy year for our organization.

Handler Highlight: Dr Danyel Baker Former dog handler Danyel talks to US War Dogs about her career in K-9 and the decision to swap leashes for stethoscopes as she becomes a doctor.

War Dogs Team Highlight: Suzette Scott