U.S. Soldier and His Overseas Companion

A heartwarming story is unfolding as a U.S. soldier will soon be reunited with a stray dog he bonded with during his deployment. This reunion is happening thanks to the efforts of Paws of War, a New York-based nonprofit organization.

Finding Friendship in Unexpected Places

U.S. Army First Lieutenant Tad first met the dog while on deployment overseas. He spotted the pup searching for food and quickly formed a bond with him. Lieutenant Tad named his new friend Gus and soon found that the dog became like family during his time away from home.

A Difficult Goodbye

When Lieutenant Tad had to leave his base on January 2nd, saying goodbye to Gus was extremely difficult. He described the farewell as "absolutely heart-wrenching." Not wanting to leave his furry friend behind forever, Lieutenant Tad reached out to Paws of War for assistance.

The Search for Gus

The team at Paws of War sprung into action and managed to locate Gus near the old military base. What they found was touching - Gus was standing alone and staring off into the distance, almost as if he was waiting for Lieutenant Tad to return.

The Journey Home

Paws of War didn't stop at just finding Gus. The organization arranged for the dog to be safely transported to Lieutenant Tad's family in Indianapolis, Indiana. This means Gus now has a loving home while waiting for his best friend to return.

Reunion on the Horizon

The full reunion between Lieutenant Tad and Gus will take place when the soldier's deployment ends at the close of summer. After months apart, these two friends will finally be together again, this time for good.

Paws of War has made it possible for this special bond to continue beyond the battlefield, bringing comfort to both a dedicated soldier and the loyal dog who became his companion in a challenging time.