Anzac Day – Remembering the Service Animals
We should remember the heroic men and women who have served in operational service on Anzac Day. The memories of our Australian Veterans have been told to us all, but we have forgotten the stories of service animals. These courageous animals performed crucial service tasks and offered solace during wartime battles. This blog is dedicated to the veterans—both human and animal—who have given so much and contributed significantly in our well-being, safety and success. 1 – Dogs Dogs were frequently employed in the military as working animals, messengers, and companions. Dogs were commonly used to locate wounded soldiers since they have a good sense of smell and acute hearing. Sergeant Stubby was likely the most well-known and decorated dog of the First World War. He served as the 102nd Infantry Regiment’s official mascot. He participated in 17 fights on the Western Front throughout the course of his 18-month duty. With his keen sense of smell, he alerted his s...