TRUE HEROES

When I think of a True HERO, I think of the best

Those that wear the bullet proof vest

They endure smoke, danger, fire and flame

They have police, fire or sheriff in their title and name

They are our soldiers, sailors, airmen and marine

And not the athletes on our favorite sport team

Those we can admire for their achievements and skill

But their job doesn’t require them to die or to kill

There’s entertainment and magic in how they move a ball

But they don’t save our lives or answer our emergency call

True heroes care for others before their own need

They work at high risk without personal greed

We don’t pay them millions; when it’s what they deserve

When we count all their sacrifices and many ways they serve

They protect our flag, borders and prisons and our wildlife too

Our families and pets are safer because of what they do

And many have partners who serve them not by hand but by paw

A double hero status protecting our freedom and law

They deserve so much more, in respect and in pay

And lifetime veterinary benefits for their partners who

“Faithfully, Lead the Way”

Their bond never broken; bad guys and enemies beware

We have more peace and sleep better because they are there

Let’s give them honor and appreciation and value what they do

Reserve the pedestal for them – our Heroes so true.

                                                                                                  by barbara snow  www.uswardogs.org
Southern Chapter
P.O. Box 10, Bronson, FL  32621
   k9mwds@att.net
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IN HONOR AND IN MEMORIAL:  FHP K-9 OFFICER/TROOPER ‘ABBEY’ #619

LODD JULY 1992, Specialty, Drug Intervention – Homeland Security Detail

Achievements: 797 Felony Arrests, 182 misdemeanor Arrests, 47 million dollars worth of drugs seized and $725,000 in cash seized in partnership with Trooper Richard K. ‘Spanky’ Chapman recipient of FHP Purple Heart and numerous awards – both were targeted and poisoned by drug dealers/runners on a narcotic case November 18, 1988. Both suffered cancer as a result. Chapman received two transplants, liver and kidney, and Abbey suffered a rare form of cancer attributed to the planted toxic substance,   Mr. Chapman authored a book telling their story,
“Spankys Story”.                       

TRIBUTE TO K-9 LAW ENFORCEMENT DOGS 

There is no greater LOYALTY than these dogs who would lay down their lives for their partners and for you and me if called on to do so in the line of duty; there is no greater COMFORT and ASSURANCE in public trust and safety to know that is truth and can always be counted on.   

There is no greater cheetah-like SPEED, to OBEDIENCE than by these dogs who respond to their partner’s commands to words that need only be said once. 
There is no better way to HONOR these dogs than to acknowledge, appreciate and respect them and their partners, both together in service for our safety, and to remember those partners lost together and forever to us and their families. 

There is no better way to PAY them back than to treat all dogs a little kinder – a little gentler and with more compassion:  those who serve our military in war, guard our beaches, serve our customs officers at our borders, our firefighters who save lives and property, our agriculture agencies to safeguard our food, our rescue dogs who aid in disaster or in loss of children or elderly, our assistance dogs who see and hear for us, predict our diseases and alert our seizures giving us freedom to work, drive and swim; those who are abused, exploited and cruelty treated for profit or criminal intent, those who provide therapy to heal us faster, comfort our needs, teach us to read and warn us of danger, and those who listen to our stories when we are sad and share our joy when we laugh; who give us friendship and companionship like no other; and those in all animal shelters who were born unwanted, were neglected, abandoned and  wait for a new and forever home. 

There is no greater nose to scent, eyes to sight, heart to give and no braver or more courageous spirit to work and serve.  Of these K-9 Working Dogs also can be attributed the highest form of sacrifice by man “greater love hath no man than to give up his life for another”.   For every dog that bites us, there is one of these – a special, elite and best of their breed.  For them Heaven’s reward is a special section across the Rainbow Bridge reserved only for them where they play all day in meadows where angels sing; and they never again hear the sound of another bullet.  They are the very special select ones whose life as a hero dog on earth represented the highest in VALOR. May they and their partners always be blessed and watched over by our Creator who you will find always in their name only backwards.      barbara snow                        www.humanesocietyofpinellas.org 

                                                                THANK YOU FOR KEEPING US SAFE

                                      Celebrate with Honor            www.k9veteransday.org   March 13, 2011
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               K-9 Heroes, A Veteran              by barbara snow

                                                                                               k9mwds@att.net
How many more names would be on that Wall?
Were it not for you – you heeded our country's call
You served and you bled thru all our war years
Many of you died with only a handler's tears
Your duties are many, you scent and you track
Your eyes tell me always, "I've got your back"
You rescue and save lives and when that’s in vain
You recover to bring closure to a family’s pain
You outsmart our enemies – it's you that they fear
You warn me when mines and explosives are near
You guard our beaches and borders and our Commander-in-Chief
Words “Stop, or I’ll release my dog” mean it’s over for a thief
Your eyes burned in Oklahoma City, your paws felt the flame
You brought me a small shoe – I moaned. “Oh God, No,” in pain
You comforted me for a moment; you nudged me on too
You knew we weren’t finished; we had more to do
You pull me to safety; you bring me a medic’s care
I open my eyes and know that you’re there
You have honor and spirit and feel our country’s pride
Sometimes in the night, only you knew I cried
I wish you had time to just run and play
Catch a Frisbee and swim – for a dog, a good day
But you are a Trooper, to duty you must
My life before yours - you give me that trust
No matter how clever an arsonist’s M. O.
Your nose tell investigators what they need to know
Some call you Coastie, you get “Semper Fi’’
The chute makes you perk – you love when we fly
As an Officer and Deputy, it’s crime that you fight
You wear the badge of the elite – “Guardians of the Night”
The love of a mascot knows no race, class or ranks
Privates, Admirals, Generals all give you their thanks
When you outlive me and Taps reaches your ears
You stand there with honor among bagpipes and tears
When your bones become old and you no longer serve
It’s medical care in retirement you earned and deserve.
Congress could pass a law to resolve this need
For all serving and in memory, for them I now plead
We must call you ‘Veteran’ for you are one too
No honor for me, if there is none for you
Till death do us part, this mantra rings true
They gave and give all for the Red White and Blue.   

Celebrate with honor our ‘dogs of war’ K9 Veterans Day March 13, 2012
                                   www.uswardogs.org - Southern Chapter P.O. Box 10 Bronson, FL 32621
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An American War Dog

I am an American war dog
       I obey orders from my brave handler 

My job is to find, save, help and comfort
      I try to do the best that I can 

Being faithful is everything to me
Staying alert, I must always be 

When my name is called out
       Proudly I stand to serve with love

I so try to do what is asked of me
        If I die on duty, please remember 

I am an American war dog 
     And my brave handler is my best friend 

God gave me a life to love and give
          And to be there when there is need 

The time may come for my duty to end
           And I will proudly be a K9 Corp Veteran

It will be hard for me to stop serving
         I'll want to continue, but know I cannot 

Remember those like me who don't go to war
            Many have duties that are so very important 

I am an American war dog
        And I have the best friend in the world!

2009 by Roger Jobicheau                                                                                                                                                         www.k9veteransday.org 3/13/12                             www.uswardogs.org   Southern Chapter PO Box 10 Bronson, FL 32621


 

IN HONOR AND IN MEMORIAL:  FHP K-9 OFFICER/TROOPER ‘ABBEY’ #619
LODD JULY 1992, Specialty, Drug Intervention – Homeland Security Detail  

Achievements: 797 Felony Arrests, 182 misdemeanor Arrests, 47 million dollars worth of drugs seized and $725,000 in cash seized in partnership with Trooper Richard K. ‘Spanky’ Chapman recipient of FHP Purple Heart and numerous awards – both were targeted and poisoned by drug dealers/runners on a narcotic case November 18, 1988. Both suffered cancer as a result. Chapman received two transplants, liver and kidney, and Abbey suffered a rare form of cancer attributed to the planted toxic substance,   Mr. Chapman authored a book telling their story, “Spankys Story”.                                          

TRIBUTE TO K-9 LAW ENFORCEMENT DOGS 

There is no greater LOYALTY than these dogs who would lay down their lives for their partners and for you and me if called on
to do so in the line of duty; there is no greater COMFORT and ASSURANCE in public trust and safety to know
that is truth and can always be counted on. 
There is no greater cheetah-like SPEED, to OBEDIENCE than by these dogs who respond to their partner’s commands
 to words that need only be said once. 
There is no better way to HONOR these dogs than to acknowledge, appreciate and respect them and their partners,
both together in service for our safety, and to remember those partners lost together and forever to us and their families. 
There is no better way to PAY them back than to treat all dogs a little kinder – a little gentler and with more compassion:  those who serve our military in war, guard our beaches, serve our customs officers at our borders, our firefighters who save lives and property, our agriculture agencies to safeguard our food, our rescue dogs who aid in disaster or in loss of children or elderly, our assistance dogs who see and hear for us, predict our diseases and alert our seizures giving us freedom to work, drive and swim; those who are abused, exploited and cruelty treated for profit or criminal intent, those who provide therapy to heal us faster, comfort our needs, teach us to read and warn us of danger, and those who listen to our stories when we are sad and share our joy when we laugh; who give us friendship and companionship like no other; and those in all animal shelters who were born unwanted, were neglected, abandoned and  wait for a new and forever home.
There is no greater nose to scent, eyes to sight, heart to give and no braver or more courageous spirit to work and serve.  Of these K-9 Working Dogs also can be attributed the highest form of sacrifice by man “greater love hath no man than to give up his life for another”.   For every dog that bites us, there is one of these – a special, elite and best of their breed.  For them Heaven’s reward is a special section across the Rainbow Bridge reserved only for them where they play all day in meadows where angels sing; and they never again hear the sound of another bullet.  They are the very special select ones whose life as a hero dog on earth represented the highest in VALOR. May they and their partners always be blessed and watched over by our Creator who you will find always in their name only backwards.   
   barbara snow                        www.humanesocietyofpinellas.org 

  Celebrate with Honor            www.k9veteransday.org   March 13, 2011