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Pentagon Report Reveals Welfare Crisis for Military Dogs

2/25/2026

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A Pentagon report found welfare issues for military working dogs, causing four deaths from 2021 to 2023.
Aging kennels failed to protect dogs from extreme weather and health hazards, with 10 of 12 facilities deemed unsatisfactory.
At Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, dogs received 10 minutes of exercise weekly, far below required five hours.
The Air Force will establish a working dog council and seek funding for kennel improvements and staff.

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A Pentagon report found welfare issues for military working dogs, causing four deaths from 2021 to 2023.
Aging kennels failed to protect dogs from extreme weather and health hazards, with 10 of 12 facilities deemed unsatisfactory.
At Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, dogs received 10 minutes of exercise weekly, far below required five hours.
The Air Force will establish a working dog council and seek funding for kennel improvements and staff.