Paws of War: A Lifeline to Veterans Honored with Fox Nation Patriot Award for Service to Veterans

Paws of War, an organization whose mission is to help veterans, was bestowed with the Fox Nation Patriot Award for Service to Veterans. They attended the award event on December 5, 2024, where they were presented with a special award for their commitment to helping veterans. The presentation also featured a surprise reunion with a special dog from overseas. The organization’s co-founder was in attendance to accept the award.

“This award is very special to us, and it’s something we want to share not just with Paws of War but with everyone who helps make our organization and what we do possible,” said Robert Misseri, co-founder of Paws of War. “We have spent ten years rescuing animals and helping veterans, and we will continue to do so for as long as we can.”

The event featured a reunion of a rescued dog. Specialist Cameron Clay was present for a surprise reunion with the dog he rescued on deployment. He was thrilled to see her there and was amazed and grateful that Paws of War could get her to him.

“I don’t even know how to feel. I’m so thankful to everyone involved, Paws of War, and, you know, everyone on base who helped me through this whole process. It’s just amazing,” said Spc. Clay. “I don’t even know what to think right now. It’s just so great. Thank you, everyone, everyone involved.”

A video of the award presentation that also shows what the organization does, and features Spc. Clay can be found online at: https://youtu.be/BivShooGlZA?si=Opm7A50JIUlNsezM

The work that Paws of War does is life-changing for veterans. While military members are trained to handle the situations where they are stationed overseas, they are not trained to leave behind a rescued animal they bond with. Some on deployment come across stray or injured dogs or cats, and they rescue them, nurse them back to health, and bond with them. Then, the time comes that they are supposed to walk away and leave them behind to fend for themselves. When they realize they cannot do that, they find their way to Paws of War, who works feverishly to reunite them in the United States.

In addition to helping to reunite so many rescued pets, they also train dogs to become service pets and match them with a veteran in need for no cost. The veterans get the service animal they need without the hassle and expense that may otherwise deter them. The group has also provided rescue and support efforts for animals from Baltimore to Baghdad, helping where they are needed and how their support can provide the most benefit.

“We love what we do and love that the community supports us and helps make it happen,” added Misseri. “It’s an honor to help those who provide so much to us, and we are thrilled to get this award.”

Paws of War also focuses on giving back to veterans in various ways. They have helped veterans with numerous issues, including suicide prevention, service and support dogs, companion cats and dogs, food insecurity, veterinary care, etc. Paws of War has a large loyal following of supporters and looks forward to working with new corporate sponsors to support these life-saving programs. To donate to help their missions, visit its site at http://pawsofwar.org.

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