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Gene And Harley

Gene is an Air Force veteran who had two combat tours in Vietnam. During his first tour he flew the F-4 Phantom with the USAF, and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for his exemplary service. On his second tour he flew F-5’s with the Vietnam Air Force.

In March, Gene was accepted into Soldier’s Best Friend and the search started for his new companion. His new pug Harley is a year and 4 months old, and the pair is now in their 3rd month of training! They’ve started to develop a true connection, and Gene feels truly blessed to have him.

Gene’s testimonial after receiving his new service dog: “Thank you, you have no idea how much this means to me – really.”