Smoky the War Dog How a Tiny Yorkshire Terrier Became a Hero on the Frontline |
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| Author:
| Allsopp, Nigel |
| ISBN: | 978-1-76079-345-6 |
| Publication Date: | Jul 2022 |
| Publisher: | New Holland Publishers Pty, Limited
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $10.99 |
Book Description:
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In March 1944, deep in the New Guinean jungle, a little Yorkshire Terrier was found hiding in a foxhole. Her presence there was a mystery, but American soldier Bill Wynne became her new owner. He named her Smoky, never dreaming that his little mate would turn out to be quite so extraordinary. When he fell ill with dengue fever, Bill asked to have Smoky by his side and she was soon visiting other soldiers on the ward, bringing happiness to the sick and wounded. This experience inspired...
More DescriptionIn March 1944, deep in the New Guinean jungle, a little Yorkshire Terrier was found hiding in a foxhole. Her presence there was a mystery, but American soldier Bill Wynne became her new owner. He named her Smoky, never dreaming that his little mate would turn out to be quite so extraordinary. When he fell ill with dengue fever, Bill asked to have Smoky by his side and she was soon visiting other soldiers on the ward, bringing happiness to the sick and wounded. This experience inspired Bill to visit injured soldiers with Smoky while on leave in Australia and she is recognized today as the first therapy dog of record.