What:

The United States Postal Service showcases Military Working Dogs Forever Stamps alongside with a live Military Working Dog K-9 demonstration.

When:

Friday, August 2, 2019
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Where:

Naval Base Ventura County Port Hueneme
(To enter base, use Victoria Gate. Parking is across the street on 23rd Avenue.)

Media planning to attend should contact NBVC Public Affairs at 805-989-8095 for credentials prior to the event.

Background:

The U.S. Postal Service honors the nation’s brave and loyal canines with the Military Working Dogs Forever stamps. In this booklet of 20, each block of four stamps features one stamp of each of the following breeds – German Shepherd, Labrador Retriever, Dutch Shepherd and Belgian Malinois – that commonly serve in America’s armed forces.

Brave and loyal military working dogs are essential members of America’s armed forces. Courageous canines have aided U.S. soldiers in World War I, World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War and the Afghanistan and Iraq wars. Today, the 341st Training Squadron at Lackland Air Force Base just outside of San Antonio, TX trains American military dogs and their handlers.

Dozens of dog breeds have served in the U.S. armed forces, but over time the number has decreased significantly. Modern military working dogs are predominantly Belgian Malinois, German Shepherds and Dutch Shepherds. Labrador Retrievers are often trained as specialized search dogs.

Military Working Dogs from each branch of service will be present to represent the U.S. Coast Guard, Army, Air Force and Marine Corps.

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