Willy Pete fights like a Marine in Afghanistan

[longknife]

FORWARD OPERATING BASE PAYNE, HELMAND PROVINCE, Afghanistan (December 19, 2011) — He defends Marines and sailors with love and tenacity, protecting them as any Marine would protect a brother-in-arms. He is the epitome of man’s best friend, shielding service members from the enemy while providing companionship and camaraderie. His name is Willy Pete, and he’s a warrior, a protector, a friend. He’s also a dog.

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[Dugdale_Jukes]

Do they still use the real willie pete?

Is it still allowed is my question?

 

[longknife]

I think WP was removed from the U.S. arsenal some years ago.

We may still have some at Dugway.

 

[whitehall]

Dogs are used because they have an acute sense of smell and oh yeah, they are expendable.