3/28/14 - An upcoming ceremony will honor and recognize all dog handlers and their faithful K-9 partners for their service and sacrifice that still continues today. The Michigan War Dog Memorial sits at the corner of Milford Road and 11 Mile Road. Once an abandoned pet cemetery, the site was transformed into the memorial that it is today as not only a show of respect for the heroic actions of war dogs everywhere but to serve as their final resting place since they canât legally be buried in national cemeteries. K-9 Veterans Day has been recognized on March 13th since 1942 but due to the snow covered ground, a formal ceremony is planned Saturday, April 12th. War Dog Memorial Director and U.S. Army Veteran Phil Weitlauf tells WHMI theyâre hoping for a large show of support at the K-9 Veterans Day ceremony and the public is welcome to attend. It will feature local and state officials, K-9 handlers, search and rescue dogs, the Michigan State Police and Oakland County Sheriffâs Office K-9 units as well as Stiggyâs companion dogs. It starts at 11am on Saturday, April 12th and should last around an hour. Details about the memorial can be found through the link below. (JM)
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