Chyba MWD 206

[SgtJim]

what a retired military working dog deserve
here it is

first, watch the video
then read the story

the best picture is the last one :D
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http://www.metacafe.com/watch/6455299/chyba_iraq_war_veteran_dog/

First Private Military Working Dog Memorial West of the Mississippi Opens at Humane Society
Rancho Coastal Humane Society ribbon cutting and dedication to honor four-legged veterans


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The Rancho Coastal Humane Society (RCHS) is proud to announce the dedication and ribbon cutting ceremony for the
first Military Working Dog (MWD) memorial in San Diego County and the only private memorial West of the Mississippi.
There are only 8 similar memorials around the country.
The event will take place on Saturday, April 16th from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Rancho Coastal Humane Society’s dog park known as Cricket’s Corner,
located behind the shelter at 389 Requeza Street in Encinitas.

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Jim Silveira, Rancho Coastal Humane Society’s President, and MWD adopter Madeleine Pickens,
conceived the idea after taking a tour of Arlington Cemetery with other military working dogs and their human handlers.

“That trip was heartfelt and increased my awareness of the need to celebrate the lives of these special animals,” said Silveira. “The San Diego community has such strong ties to our armed forces and these magnificent animals sacrifice just as their human counterparts do. They should be honored for their dedication and commitment to our freedom and San
Diegans should have a place to be able to show that appreciation.”

As a result of positive community feedback the RCHS broke ground on the memorial in December with 80% of the funds
raised to complete the $25,000 project designed by HonorLife.
The memorial features a life-size statue of a MWD modeled after T. Boone and Madeleine Pickens’ adopted dog Chyba,
an 11 year-old German Shepherd that was retired from the 95th MP Battalion in Stuttgart, Germany.
MWD Chyba C260 was a Patrol-Narcotics Detector Dog and also deployed to Iraq for 6 months in August of 2004.
The memorial also includes the crests of each military branch. The public can purchase engraved bricks in the memorial
at a cost of $150 to help support the memorial’s maintenance.

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Dogs are noted as serving in warfare as early as 100 BC. Today Military Working Dogs (MWDs) are an integral part
of our nation’s armed services and these dedicated and highly trained companions save an average of 150 lives during their careers.
Many of these wonderful dogs need homes after their retirement. The memorial will not only honor the four-legged
unsung heroes that work to protect and save our lives, but also help to educate the public on the need to adopt these animals.


More information on adopting a MWD can be found at www.MilitaryWorkingDogAdoptions.com (http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.militaryworkingdogadoptions.c om%2F&esheet=6680058&lan=en-US&anchor=www.MilitaryWorkingDogAdoptions.com&index=1&md5=93bd754e7e330e3e0a6226937c84ae13).

Information on RCHS’s other military programs, such as Pets for Patriots,
which facilitates adult dog and cat adoption by members of the U.S. military, and provides access to reduced cost veterinary care
for the life of the adopted pet, can be found at www.rchumanesociety.org (http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.rchumanesociety.org%2F&esheet=6680058&lan=en-US&anchor=www.rchumanesociety.org&index=2&md5=eb88f39ae1a9ada079808ad1c00e2d02).


About Rancho Coastal Humane Society

Rancho Coastal Humane Society (RCHS) was formed in 1960 by a group of hardworking volunteers,
led by animal lover Maria K. Lloyd. The goal was and continues to be providing care for the homeless animal
population of San Diego County and educating the public about pet over-population and responsible companion animal care.
In the 50 years since its inception, RCHS has grown from a small facility run by volunteers to a professionally managed
humane society that provides quality shelter care, adoption services (http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.rchumanesociety.org%2Fpets%2F choosing_a_pet.asp&esheet=6680058&lan=en-US&anchor=adoption+services&index=3&md5=563472bf8020d1c1fbfeab9770503353), and education programs (http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.rchumanesociety.org%2Fprogram s%2Fhumane_education.asp&esheet=6680058&lan=en-US&anchor=education+programs&index=4&md5=168bc156bd480f12e58ddf1f9af77c4d).
It is the only animal welfare organization in Southern California to provide an Animal Safehouse Program (http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.rchumanesociety.org%2Fprogram s%2Fsafehouse.asp&esheet=6680058&lan=en-US&anchor=Animal+Safehouse+Program&index=5&md5=e9f674abc943102fd5b1e093a502179d) for the survivors of domestic violence
and was also the first humane society in the country to be solar-powered.
The Rancho Coastal Humane Society is a private, non-profit, 501(c)3, charitable organization that receives no tax funds
and is supported by community contributions and some fees for service.

www.rchumanesociety.org (http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.rchumanesociety.org%2F&esheet=6680058&lan=en-US&anchor=www.rchumanesociety.org&index=6&md5=6e5995ecc0a0984015100359f7d16e5a)
http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20110411007219r1&sid=hprt5&distro=nx
Rancho Coastal Humane Society
Simran Noon, 760-753-6413
pr@rchumanesociety.org


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[perocity]

It's about time they get the recondition they deserve for their unconditional service.
Most people would not do what these dogs do for their soldier.
Great post!

[SgtJim]

sad news from Monday, August 1st, 2011 :(:

We Will Never Forget You, MWD CHYBA C260


We Are Remembering a Very Special Member of the SAM Family: MWD Chyba (retired). May You Rest in Peace!

Written Tribute by Jim Silveira (RCHS):


For the first time in her long career as a Military Working Dog, Chyba lost a battle early Saturday morning.
She survived her time in the U.S. Army, serving in Germany and Iraq. However, after being diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer just seven weeks ago, she has now peacefully crossed over the Rainbow Bridge.
She’s reunited with the other brave dogs that she worked alongside in detecting drugs, sniffing out explosives, and giving their lives to save others.
If You have met Chyba, you saw what a precious spirit she had in spite of the dangers she has faced. Her eyes were gentle and kind. Like so many other soldiers, when she was not standing in harm’s way, her face was kind and compassionate.
This Wednesday, August 3 at 11:00 AM we’ll be holding a brief memorial service at Cricket’s Corner Community Dog Park at Rancho Coastal Humane Society (In San Diego County) to honor Chyba. If you are available, we would love for you to join us to pay our respects to our special veteran. If you cannot attend, please pause for a moment to remember Chyba and to offer a prayer for her and all the other Military Working Dogs who serve in silence to keep us free.
Rancho Coastal Humane Society
389 Requeza Street
Encinitas, CA 92024
Phone: (760) 753-6413
The Rainbow Bridge
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to the Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together….