Soldier Adopts Dog That Saved His Life | National Geographic

[@BrieMarie26]

I like when he "They're not scary. They've done scary things, but they deserve homes and they deserve good home." Truer words were never spoken. Soldiers have also done 'scary things', so dogs should be treated the same as soldiers...like heros.

[@assassinkitty4686]

i agree

[@kuraisepron4733]

+Briana M Agreed why treat animals any different

[@Madcatdave]

I agree.

[@adriannarichman3662]

too true

[@istyko11]

When you say "Dogs" it's basically means that ALL dogs should be treated like heroes. Ex: Random Street dog with rabbies bites innocent child, better treat the dog like a hero.

[@Laz3rCat95]

I have major respect for military dogs.

[@Jordan-pd8ir]

It's not like they have a choice.

[@BurnRoddy]

And how is that an excuse?

[@Jordan-pd8ir]

+BurnRoddy That's like saying "I have major respect for slaves for working so hard" it's kinda forced.

[@BurnRoddy]

Capn_Wreckz So you don't have respect for slaves? What a heartless person you are sir.

[@Jordan-pd8ir]

+BurnRoddy God, you just don't see me point. They're being forced to do their job. Its not like they chose it.

[@benconniford477]

They do something that 99% of us wouldn’t want to do, never a truer word spoken! This dog and all service dogs deserve this level of happiness and love!

[@ainsleigh351]

That dog is beautiful

[@joylessjulian217]

It's is

[@mattk1523]

true that

[@maktoumahmed8101]

It's so beautiful

[@brianmendez7224]

Yes it is

[@ic4man402]

That's True buddy

[@GentleSecurity]

I love how that dog can just adapt to only having 3 legs, it's amazing.

[@Jikidough12]

I know right

[@AverageAlien]

there is a dog that can walk on two legs

[@Strome88]

Average Alien Quiet foo'

[@BmwMe-uh9sy]

no there isnt

[@guenady9267]

And even more Amazing, thé animals just take thé challenge in stride. They don't sit around feeling Sorry for themselves. It IS truly awesome.

[@kato2531]

The dog served its country, it deserves to be treated with honor like any other veteran.

[@lindaboyce8805]

thank you for not leaving him behind

[@-silence1424]

linda boyce her btw

[@doejohn6197]

SHE! Sheesh...

[@Reddit-Incognito]

You guys literally corrected this guy from 4 years ago

[@OhLatte]

IcognitoDude31 girl*

[@plazma6850]

melina ugh don’t guess genders

[@13kitchenwitch]

Dogs are NOT equipment! They are just as important as those of us that have served. They deserve to be treated with the same respect.

[@PlatinumEagleStudios]

Do you think they abuse dogs in the military? You are clearly stupid. Shut up and get a brain idiot.

[@pollyannapositive9192]

You certainly owe your life to that dog. YOU FOUND A REAL FRIEND.

[@AzlianaLyana]

For a moment, I'm speechless... after watching this video. Sgt. Julian McDonald, I SALUTE you both, RESPECT. Thanks National Geographic for sharing, great video.

[@A-Ylover0FtheLordJesus]

repent and turn to Jesus and live holy obey him no him no him no him no him

[@madasahatter5514]

@@A-Ylover0FtheLordJesus Wut?

[@trentc8383]

Your only supposed to Salute to Officers and above. But he deserves it. Lol

[@carolinetang3803]

Great story of amazing love and gratitude of an injured dog who struggled to stay alive to save the life of others. What an amazing love of the Father manifested through this beautiful dog !

[@2tone753]

I am a police lieutenant and dog handler with the Berlin police in Berlin-Germany. My dog ​​is a colleague, friend, family member, loved by my wife and sons and will immediately enjoy permanent retirement with the family when he retires. He is a great creature and deserves the utmost respect. May he stay healthy for a long, long time.

[@SuperIraklion]

❤

[@SuperIraklion]

❤

[@williamcharles9480]

This vet salutes Layka. A fine soldier she is. Thank you to all who played a part in saving this fine animal. She deserves a family and the sense of being a part of it. That's the least that one could do, but the most is adopting and loving her as you have done. Thanks and a salute to you, also.

[@rohandsouza3563]

Even with just 3 legs, I'm sure that dog would take another bullet for him. Dogs truly are the noblest of creatures.

[@creamy_melon]

I'm not crying, my eyes are just sweating.

[@jappe2486]

is it fun to copy and paste

[@juanmeraz4528]

+Hit Music why would he copy and paste their ain't no special characters

[@jappe2486]

+Juan Meraz she \ he did

[@mango-pu6wc]

where do i reconize that from....?

[@jaocb178]

+Rebecca Moore Me neither, my eyes are just cumming

[@trooperchick3610]

She is strong .. shes an Iron dog

[@ryanbelsha6100]

They need to make armor for dogs so they are protected

[@Unmedicated_Moments]

No use. They need the mobility and they already have some "armor" on there backs

[@Unmedicated_Moments]

***** Awesome

[@hawkeyegough9090]

I Mattz they use titanium teeth as replcement for sick or broken teeth for some dogs

[@urmumgeh4200]

They do. But not all dogs get it sadly. Especially in Law enforcement. Dogs deserve just as much respect as our men and women. What they do and endure is far greater than what any human can do. And has done.

[@oboyy]

+Ryan Belsha Stupid humans need to stop fighting stupid wars because of their stupid greed

[@cityyliights_]

I feel so bad for this dog, and this soldier. They should never have had to go through such traumatizing things, but they did. The dog, despite missing one leg, seems to still have an amazing family, and life, and so does the soldier, despite having being through whatever hardship he had endured.God bless this dog, this soldier and all their friends and loved ones.

[@1Littleagger]

Amen America owes veteran dogs.

[@northernlitez1]

We do owe them, so glad to see Lyka got a happily ever after. God bless them all

[@glock19gen3]

ANYONE who says these animals are excess equipment are fools, including top brass military "leaders" These animals are beyond hero's and for military brass to speak of them with such low respect sickens me!

[@A-Ylover0FtheLordJesus]

repent and turn to Jesus and live holy obey him no him no him no him no him no him no him no him

[@jasoncamacho4855]

A-Y truth 🙏🏼

[@lightmetro7508]

Top brass have always been disconnected from reality. Just look at the ones who want to take the a10 out of service.

[@Spccain]

Here i am mad at my dog because she peed on my bed but this Makes me wanna hold my dog and cherish every second I have with her.

[@succubee83]

:D

[@greekatso]

Thanks for serving Julian, beautiful Belgian Malinois. A law needs to be passed to stop viewing military dogs as equipment, they put their life on the line just as the soldiers do. They deserve better.

[@lashaym5186]

greekatso Look They don't put their lives on the line for us We sacrifice these dogs because their less important than a humans life. The dogs don't really have a say in it I do agree these dogs deserve much better than they get. They do their job way better then must people do.

[@putrihs5]

Lashay M sure this dog did not choose to be a military dog. But he chose to saved the guy’s life. He could just run away and save his own life.

[@adonnaprice6028]

Stop sending to the ME they don’t like them in their embassy’s forget to feed them.

[@brucet7965]

Brilliant, absolutely brilliant. Soldiers should not have to fight to bring dogs home, ever.

[@hannahnacamuli]

at 2:56 I was actually really shocked when he said this fact which had never even crossed my mind. I had always viewed animals in the military as soldiers themselves. True, they may not even know that their fighting for a certain country but what we do know is that they are fighting for the survival of their comrades. I have respect for animals in the military like I have respect for the men and women in the military.

[@gamettexgames77]

Awe she looked so sad when they walked in & didn't greet her back. What a beautiful girl. Bless her heart.

[@8she8]

I needed to see this today, my cat's facing recovery from a broken leg surgery and I was feeling so helpless, like he wouldn't make it and just worried about how much pain he's been through. This made me realize I gotta do my job as his owner and give all of me to make him better and it will all work out eventually. To the guy in the video: There's a special place in heaven for people who *care* about animals and children, and my friend... there's a seat in there with your name on it.

[@diablo09090909]

"too aggressive"... isn't it us who make them like that in the first place? That's a lame excuse... I am glad he adopted her :-)

[@ohlol2869]

diablo09090909 they train them to be aggressive against enemies on *COMMAND* otherwise they should be disciplined and obedient

[@2299mikey]

diablo09090909 well partially but one of the requirements before they spend the time and money training the dog is they make sure the dog is at least above the normal aggression levels.

[@MultiNaruto900]

*Friends gotta stick together.*

[@toriwolf5978]

So glad you found each other thank you both for your service !!!

[@alyssahayes3681]

yes it is

[@Royalhighlander]

The unconditional love you get from a dog cannot be compared to just about anything else..

[@TheLastArbiter]

Wounded and still perfectly willing to attack bad guys and work. Also filled the family guard position. So loyal and loving. Sweet.

[@darthrevan2063]

How it should be. Dogs like these should be given to the people they served with. Not abandoned, not killed given a proper life.

[@IbelithLP]

I'm glad this beautiful and amazing dog found a family and a forever home. God bless her and her human family too.

[@jessicamorin6544]

You have given her a second chance. God loves that.. He is proud that you saved her after she saved you.

[@jkl542]

Layka served her country with valor and bravery. Layka deserves a Congressional Medal of Honor for her service and sacrifice.

[@paulaswann4851]

She has earned her best life ever.

[@ryanmartelino6914]

He/she is the goodest girl/boy that a goodest a dog can get.

[@its_justlexie]

God bless all military soldiers.. whether they have 2 ,4, and 3 legs I will always respect them

[@z3vie]

1 leg?

[@its_justlexie]

yes even one leg or no legs :)

[@mohammadfatih515]

Lexie same

[@bio_osu]

WAIT HOW DO YOU GET 4 LEGS

[@dianaherron2223]

First, thank you for your service. Second, thank you for being so kind. What a great dog and a great family. It breaks my heart when service animals are abandoned or euthanized after their job is done. You are so fortunate to have what you have and that dog is so lucky to have you. Very touching and heart warming. I have 4 dogs myself and they are my family.

[@nessotty9790]

They are family and have saved so many lives. Thank you to all animals, service men and women for your service in Australia, USA, UK, CANADA, New Zealand and every other country 💞🙏🏼

[@Kat-uj8qi]

The dogs are true heroes and should be appreciated, honored, loved, and cherished by all of us. God Bless and Amen.

[@godzilla1806]

Thanx Julian!You have the heart on the right place!Dogs are a gift!!!!

[@JChaos1120]

She is a perfect example of why I love/don't recommend Malinois. High energy, high drive, need a job, so if you can provide that you're golden. But they are not for the casual pet owner. I'm glad he was able to save her, and I'm glad she's at home with a family. I'm glad they both came home mostly whole. Best wishes and thoughts to them both.

[@Kool212]

I think you really got the right idea here, people are way too quick to blame a dog for behaviors that are the owners fault. Always research breed before you get an animal.

[@literalantifaterrorist4673]

Yeah, and like this if you agree whoever dislikes this video has NO LIFE

[@Lucifye]

Dogs are amazing creatures.

[@gator36]

My company had a bomb dog named Buster. He was an awesome dog, and probably saved us more times than we realized. These dogs are members of the unit, no discussion. But he would, without fail, snatch your water bottles and chew them to shit. Haha.

[@jusker25]

i love this

[@joondochang8761]

I respect those dogs like any other human beings.. they deserve to be well treated!

[@conniewoodruff4706]

What a treasure. 2 true heroes, thank you for your service

[@hatemailizer8978]

Dogs are wonderful animals, they are loyal, loving and smart. Their bond with humans is truely unique.

[@glasnya]

My dog was not in the army but he saved my life twice. So i understand what he means, they will protect you even if it kills them.

[@theRFBbro]

How did it save your life twice if you don't mind me asking?

[@glasnya]

theRFPbros First he woke me up with his growling and i found he had jump on the kitchen counter.Place himself in front of the window making this creepy low growl. I realise a man was trying to get through my window at 2-3am ...Second time, i was in this small elevator with my dog. This HUGE guy cut in front of me to get in the elevator and smell like he bath in alcohol stood behind me . I tries to ignore him but notice he was quietly sneaking closer to me. The second time in glance discretely, i realize his hand was about to touch my hair. I swear my heart stop , just as he was millimeter from touching my hair. I heard this low scary growl and realize it was my dog (never bark.growl before those 2 incident). My dog started snaps his jaw in a threatening way to make the guy back up in the corner and hold him in place till we got to my floor which is the 10th floor. My dog held him in place till i walked out. ONCE i was out, he slowly back up to my side keeping eye contact with him....till the door shut.Then acted like nothing happen wagging tail. I spoiled him with steak those 2 week. :) Never trained him, he just knew what to do when i was in distress :)

[@citylightsish]

What's the heroes name?

[@glasnya]

citylightsish Mako

[@IIIErebusIII]

Glasnya Rose Lovely name for such a great dog!.

[@aria-qp9wl]

Who keeps cutting onions??????

[@funtown12345]

BellaBubblezMSP me

[@Gotallofthem1]

By the time the vid was over thats how I felt.

[@sylvia3980]

No one is cutting onions. Move along now. This is a used comment and it’s not original or new.

[@DefinitelyxNotxJosh]

Ninjas

[@johannahislope2036]

I think someone is pumping onion juice in my house. I’m not gonna cry. But seriously, so sweet

[@janhollon3078]

War dogs make the very best friends even after the war. Dogs are indeed mans best friend!

[@martaalvarez4859]

You said it: We owe them so much. These inocent lovely creatures are more big hearted than we can ever imagine. God bless you for adopting this magnificent specimen.

[@mikejohnson9818]

God Bless all the K9s who serve and those who take care of them.

[@lowesonia8551]

Sir you are a fine man whom I respect for his values . A HUMAN WITH EMPATHY

[@aarti13]

Beautiful kid,I'm glad you adopted her and gave her a new life. Loads of love and blessings from India

[@Romulus_Maximus]

😢 almost cried, For God, Family and Country love the patriotism ❤️🙏👍💪

[@kenlucero3651]

I wonder if are there service medals for these dogs. This one deserves minimum of the Silver Star!

[@1apeture]

They deserve a good home after their service with an owner who has gone to the wall with them. God bless our dogs and soldiers who fights with them.

[@onetuliptree]

Wonderful story about soldier dog adapting to civilian life after wartime service. Thanks to the soldier who gave him a home with his family!

[@zendasmom]

God bless you both for your service. Thank you!

[@angeltrejo67b]

This dog is more then I will ever be. Respect to that dog and thank you

[@dannyle4016]

It’s crazy how she’s still alive. God bless the team that helped.

[@beckysmith5247]

I love this thank you for your service and for what you do for our country and thank you for adopting that sweet dog God bless you and your family

[@mr.shades6355]

A dog will always be part of the team

[@hayykkae]

I love this video, the only thing that broke my heart was when he was sitting there at the door excited his master was coming in then they just walked right past him. He is like wait here I am! ! Lol. . I'm sure they do everything in line all the time. My dog owns me I don't own him. Lol

[@GoodWillPrevail]

Karen Maxwell I thought the same thing. They needed to acknowledge him. He had this look on his face........

[@hayykkae]

♡ thank you! ♡♡

[@ZhadaraNoemiFrazier]

I thought poor thing because it looked like he just wanted a pat on the head but instead of an happy smile he got a sad disappointed frown 😭💔💔💔

[@meganwest6087]

Karen Maxwell even with a dog bought from a breeder, the door threshold can become a "thing". It's important not to make the door threshold a big deal. With greetings, and jump ups, and pets. That leads to the dog getting anxious at the threshold, it holds importance, so you have to struggle to keep him from bolting, from being overly aggressive to guests at the door. And this would apply triply to a dog brought home from war service. You want the dog to feel at ease in it's own home, to trust the ones in charge of the territory. If the humans make a big deal of the door threshold, it becomes a bad thing.

[@mannomorth]

Megan West THANK YOU!

[@kellyedes6318]

Everything he said was right. Thank u both for protecting our freedom .

[@theunboxer3986]

Layka, bless you for your heroic service.

[@richardpetts9661]

Hats off to all these awesome dogs and to their trainers and handlers. Thank you! Job well done.

[@kathleenschallock361]

Good for you and glad you got your dog back. Bless you both.

[@biker1958]

Thank both of you for your service, God bless you both.

[@ULSTERISBRITISH]

rest easy soldiers. from across the pond, thankyou both for your service 🇬🇧♥️🇺🇸

[@naniwijayanasution1752]

The dog is a hero, she deserves a good life with a family for the rest of her life. I pray no more wars that can put the life of the military working dogs and their handlers in danger.

[@Freakschwimmer]

Damn ninjas cutting onions again

[@owenst1565]

Isn't that the truth.

[@aramax1001]

+Freakschwimmer those damn ninjas!! they're in my kitchen now, cutting those onions.....

[@112887db]

+Freakschwimmer SORRY

[@prettywebb6298]

Lol!

[@Jordi_Ventura]

Bravo for the soldier and for the dog. Emotional, sensitive anecdote. Just superb! :)

[@jrzez]

Great story. So happy Layka got the treatment and loving home she deserves. I would gladly and proudly adopt an incredible animal like this. Can't believe they leave the dogs over where they have operations. That's disgusting treating a soldier like that, leaving a man behind in a foreign land. This needs to change asap.

[@MsPrettypinkpanther8]

It is changing. The brave souls who work with them are fighting harder now to take them home every day!

[@Olediktwist]

+jrzez They aren't left in combat anymore...the last time they were was Vietnam.....

[@sandraross4770]

Yeaaahhh and thank you both for the service in keeping our country safe! Blessings to you heroes 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️

[@magsxoa4519]

We owe so much to all of you. Thank you

[@somasaysmeep8281]

This dog is a hero :D

[@xtressgaming9058]

If I ever see a military working dog, I must salut to them. For they work to save lives and our country.

[@MRchaless]

Good Man

[@BreakfloorNerd]

Good Dog

[@daniellopez483]

Good one jajaja

[@bostayohussein8043]

...

[@whatdothlife4660]

His patience and love for her is wonderful.

[@geetikaa2874]

beautiful. yes we do owe it to our service dogs .

[@andrerobertdrouin3642]

Two heroes belong together , thank you both for your unselfish service .

[@mirellasanseviero472]

Thank You! God bless you both.

[@carRmaRicaRbaTa]

I've got no words, very touching..

[@airakisses5891]

I’m so proud of you Layka 🥰 You’re amazing.... 💕 Dogs are the greatest best friend in the world 🥰

[@anjalik.6570]

Dogs deserve more than a treat. They do things we don't do. They are beautiful creatures god made and respect dogs and give them love they should recieve

[@gordonagent7037]

Unreal story, to adopt your mate a dog, just awesome and a reflection of the pride of the military spirit.

[@ppunkmonkk]

who tf disliked the video.......must have been either a cat lady.......or isis

[@randeepkang8780]

Facts

[@Reelweq]

OMG LOL

[@orkydorky2125]

I LOOVE CATS AS HELL But this video is just so

[@homemalkowski7754]

FLEXXII no it would be a crazy cat lady who loathes dogs... Or Isis...

[@catcateer7484]

lol ikr

[@ayanamiry0]

God bless for taking care of each other.

[@Dannyboy1550]

Made me cry...

[@zachariahm.3305]

jodawgsup He has feelings you vulgar little maggot.

[@jodawgsup]

Anthony Raw Aw does the baby boy has feeling. Does that little baby boy have to comment on how emotional and saddened he got. That tears came gushing out of his eyes when he saw a dog being saved. Pathetic, people like that should get blown to shreds in the army.

[@snipermakedonski]

HOLYSMOOGERS157 Amen to that. These people should be used to asses damage dealt by new weapons.

[@HOLYSMOOGERS157]

***** hey man, lets not bring everybody in this, there are only certain fuckwits in America not all.

[@net200777]

jodawgsup damn dude you need a happy pie?

[@zymonch]

These military dogs deserve lots and lots of love...

[@debbiebrownlee7133]

I Am So Glad You Are Doing What You Did!! It's So Exciting You Won To Keep Her!! Your Love Is Remarkable... Beautiful Lady!!

[@mandywatson2084]

Soooo cute what a blessing to have as a companion♥️😙

[@krisushi1]

Such a wonderful story about how far Dogs will go to protect the ones they are either working with, as in this case, or an everyday dog with its family. They don't think, just act. If it wasn't for this dog more funerals would've been required.

[@dreydoggie1768]

♡♡♡♡ your dog is awesome!!!, happy for you, you absolutely did the RIGHT thing!!!

[@WorldsWorstBoy]

Both the guy and the dog are grateful for each other.

[@roberta.lofgrenjr.9182]

YOU DID A GREAT THING FOR THAT DOG, AND THAT DOG DID A GREAT THING FOR YOU. SAVED YOUR LIFE.

[@madasahatter5514]

2:42 "you didn't say hi to me" 😂

[@chicaine4915]

This is an amazing story, i am so glad that Layka got a happy ever after : )

[@yeaiAm97]

much much respect. I love german shepherds

[@cockandballtorture5167]

Edris A its a Belgian Mallonois

[@Seagull780]

She's a malinois, you can tell by the fact that she doesn't have to drag her ass along.

[@illillino]

they are the best

[@illillino]

Jesseca Alba the most of miltary dogs, rescue and other are always german shepherd

[@averygoldsmith7237]

+jack smith This is a Belgian Malinois. Jessica is right, although Germans were used more so about 20 years ago. Mals are the primary military breed as of today.

[@mickli4216]

This dog is a wonderful example of dedication. He deserves his medal and honors. And his master has the right to voice our respect for what he has done for his dog. Bless you both! Mick from France

[@j9andphoenix]

thank you so very much x