Polish army dogs are being bestowed with military ranks as part of a new program aimed at honoring their service in the armed forces NOWY DWOR MAZOWIECKI, Poland -- The new privates received their ...

NOWY DWOR MAZOWIECKI, Poland (AP) — The new privates received their ranks amid military pomp in a town near Warsaw where a Napoleonic fortress attests to a long military history. The group was ...

decided last year that dogs serving in the army would qualify for six military ranks ranging from private through corporal to sergeant. The change has been welcomed by their loyal human handlers.

Polish army dogs have carried out service elsewhere in international missions, including Iraq and Afghanistan as part of the NATO nation’s support for U.S.-led efforts.

Polish army dogs and their handlers are seen during a ceremony in Nowy Dwor Mazowiecki, Poland, Friday, Sept. 6, 2024. Polish army dogs and their handlers are seen during a ceremony in Nowy Dwor ...