Patriot interview: Marvin and Hunter

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Background:

Marvin served in the Air Force during Vietnam. In April 2015 he adopted Hunter, a then six year-old blonde Shepherd mix, through our partnership with Michigan Humane Society Rochester Hills. The dog has "grade 1" dental issues as well. Interview should cover:
  • Brief background of military experience: when/why entered the military, any memorable moments/events
  • Prior experience having a pet; why member decided to adopt a pet at this time
  • Why member decided to adopt through Pets for Patriots
  • Why member chose his/her pet in particular
  • How the pet has helped him/her
  • Member's experience with Pets for Patriots
  • What s/he would say to another veteran who is considering adopting a companion pet
  • If s/he is using our local veterinary partner: anything to add about experiences with them
  • Anything else that naturally arises through the course of the interview
Please remind the member to send pictures of himself/herself and the pet; the story cannot be published without them: https://www.petsforpatriots.org/contact-us/ Contact information and email introduction will be provided to writer who claims this story.

Quotes:

From 4/15/15 follow up: He's had a couple of accidents in the house but he's too damn handsome and cute to get mad at!! He might be the most loving dog I've ever known and everyone who see's him thinks he's great! He has had a runny nose and slight cough especially after drinking water. The vet gave us pills but if we give him the full amount he tends to throw up his food. When we cut down on the pill amount he does just fine! At any rate, thanks for your interest in Hunter and know that he and his sister Hannah are adjusting to each other great. The only problem Hannah has is he's stealing some of her attention. After all, she was the queen of the house until he arrived!!