US military dogs died in poor kennel conditions as others fell ill, Pentagon watchdog says

A new report found serious welfare concerns at military kennels across the country, leading to four deaths and dozens of illnesses.

Staff Sgt. Oscar Toscano/US Army

• Four military dogs died after being housed in poor living conditions at military kennels between 2021 and 2023.
• A new Pentagon watchdog report revealed concerning kennel conditions across 12 military bases.
• Lack of funding prioritization for kennels has led to shoddy facilities and a lack of staff.

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