sometimes an animal is the most human thing on a battle field.

A break from the killing.

sad to see that dog standing by his dead master...

Furry friends can make one feel good....even in a war zone.

Nice post

yep it is a good post. These animals help these guys keep thier humanity.

i did not know George Michael was in the army i thought he was in the navy

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one special is missing - polish soldiers pet: http://i.imgur.com/4YLFf.jpg

Animals RULE!!!

After long day of killing nothing like a pet to relax you.

sweet pics.. hate the war zone though...

why are not American soldiers home to play with favorite animals?

We did not have domestic pets. Mostly monkeys, lizards, baby crocodiles, barn owls, tortoises and bugs of all kinds found in the bush. Good to get your mind of off what you were busy with. Great post.

love this poast - great to see the comfort the animals bring the soldiers, and the comfort the soldiers bring the animals - sad about the war zone --- wish we could stop this shit, and live in peace. I know, I know.....

soldiers are so sexy

am soldier michellylappa

brings some humanity into the picture. those guys would rather be petting the cats/dogs than doing what they are doing, I'm sure.

these pictures are sad, but kinda cute