Dogsbite.org Claims No Pit Bulls in U.S. Military….True or False?

By WhoIsColleen

Updated: April 7, 2014

TEDD handler SPC Alexander Reimer of the 4th Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, with his dog Howard at FOB Pasab

While many military bases elected to regulate ownership of specific types of breeds of dogs in 2009, and many more than just pit bull type dogs are targeted, the military still recognizes these American symbols as stable, dependable, loyal and trustworthy for military purposes.

A very special thank you to Mr. Andrew A. Nelles, a freelance photojournalist based in Chicago who has covered stories ranging from local high school sports to Iraq reconstruction to combat in Afghanistan.  Nelles contributes his work to the Chicago Tribune, Sun-Times Media, and The Chicago News Cooperative.  Nelles is a graduate of Columbia College.

*See more of Nelles’ expose featuring even more pictures of Howard and SPC Reimer.  We assure you, it’s worth the click!