While no one knows what they may encounter when stationed in a remote part of Africa, a starving puppy still comes as a big surprise. While on patrol, U.S. Marine Staff Sergeant Johnson spotted a starving puppy desperately needing help. He didn't know the two would form a lasting bond, leading him to despair over the thought of not being able to get this pup safely to America and live out their days together. Now, Paws of War is desperate for financial help to complete her rescue mission.
“Singo was born into such a harsh environment and she could not have survived without the love and caring of an American Soldier,” said Robert Misseri, co-founder of Paws of War. “We have come so far in this rescue but we have so much further to go. We need to get this puppy home for her hero.”
Singo was only weeks old when Staff Sgt. Johnson spotted her needing care. Frightened, weak, and near the edge of death, he took her in and nursed her back to health. They became inseparable, with Singo playing in the sand, sleeping in his bed, and staying by his side whenever possible. Faced with the idea of having to leave her behind in an area where cruelty to animals is a way of life, he reached out to Paws of War with a plea to help get her to his home in North Carolina. Singo wouldn’t leave his side, and now Staff Sgt. Johnson is vowing to not leave hers, as he knows the dangerous and potentially deadly situation she would be in.
Paws of War has already begun the mission of getting her to into safe. Completing the rescue mission and getting her to America is no easy task and requires the financial support of community members. The organization has helped many military members to get the animals they have rescued and bonded with while on deployment back to their home states.
Rescuing Singo and bringing her to North Carolina, where she can be reunited with Staff Sgt. Johnson, involves complex logistics. Being in a rural area of Africa is even more complicated and involved. They are calling on community members to help support the mission of keeping the two together. As a U.S. Marine for 10 years, they have made it a priority to help this hero and ensure the rescue is completed successfully.
“I had been thinking about rescuing a dog when I got home, but I didn't expect that to happen here. Singo was so tiny when we found her; she was desperately hungry and thirsty. I am devastated by the thought of not being able to save her because I know for certain she can't survive here on her own,” said U.S. Marine Staff Sergeant Johnson. “She has become family to me and has brought so much joy to us while we've been away from our loved ones. She bonded strongly with me; she's like my shadow – following me everywhere and needs to sleep in my bed every night. She's my little girl. If she can make it home to America, it will mean more than I can say; it will truly be the best feeling in the world because she deserves to live and be safe. I'm so thankful to everyone playing a part in helping her."
To get more information and make a donation to help get Singo to America, visit the site at: https://pawsofwar.org/?form=HelpSaveSingo.
Paws of War also focuses on giving back to veterans in various ways. They have helped veterans with numerous issues, including suicide prevention, service and support dogs, companion cats and dogs, food insecurity, veterinary care, etc.Paws of War has a large loyal following of supporters and looks forward to working with new corporate sponsors to support these life-saving programs. To donate to help their missions, visit its site at http://pawsofwar.org.
