March 30
We got a call on our radios of inbound patients one afternoon. So like clock work, we quickly headed to the medical center. As we waited for details, we find out that we were receiving marines and their dogs. Dogs? Did they say dogs? Yes, apparently this special marine is on the bomb squad. He and his partner had just located explosives when an IED went off. Unfortunately, his partner did not make it nor his partners trainer. This German Shepherd is named Rex and had several cuts and open wounds on him when he arrived. The gentleman attending him is an Army Vet Tech in training. With our assistance we were able to care for him and get him quickly flown out for further care. These Marines consider them just as much a part of the team as one of their own guys. They are literally valuable members, costing quite a bit to train.
1 comment:
Hi again - I am really enjoying reading your blog - love the bit about the no-beer! Got a big laugh out of that - who knew there was such a distinction between the forces - those that drink no-beer and those that do! I am sending some of my friends to check out your blog. cheers L
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