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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A dog looks sadly away from the camera as he gets a pat on the head.

Caring Hands

Military working dog Enrico recovers from a biopsy procedure at MacDill Air Force, Fla., Sept. 5, 2023. Dog handlers assist veterinary staff during appointments and are required to know various healthcare procedures such as drawing blood, inserting catheters and giving fluids.

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