What are some tips/challenges of owning a dog on post?

2015-06-14T21:04:07-04:00

I'm thinking about having a dog when I move on post. It's a large, lovable rescue dog. I seek advice from those who had or now have dogs in on-post housing. What are some tips you can share? What are issues that you faced? Thank you!

Response by CH (COL) Geoff Bailey made Jun 14 at 2015 9:08 PM

2015-06-14T21:08:15-04:00

Check the list of forbidden dogs. Each post has a specific list.

Response by CPT Aaron Kletzing made Jun 14 at 2015 9:09 PM

2015-06-14T21:09:22-04:00

Check the list of dogs you aren't allowed to have on that post. Also, make sure you have documentation on shots, etc.

Response by LCpl Mark Lefler made Jun 14 at 2015 9:13 PM

2015-06-14T21:13:07-04:00

The thing that upset was people would get a dog then when they pcs'd or went on float, they'd release the dog out in the back of the base by the tank trails and just leave the dog to fend for themselves, if your going to get a dog, think about these scenarios first.

Response by SFC Rollie Hubbard made Jun 14 at 2015 9:28 PM

2015-06-14T21:28:25-04:00

I had my first husky at Ft. Knox and really had no problems except when he got out and stayed out all night running around the neighborhood I would look for him but he was sleeping at the door when I went out in the morning so damn tired I would have to carry him in the house. I was in for 21 yrs and the only problem was that I have had dogs the whole time even in Germany and 2 tours at Hood. No real problems but you must keep the dogs shots up to date or then you got problems. I hope this helps.

Response by SSG Eric Trace made Jun 14 at 2015 10:14 PM

2015-06-14T22:14:07-04:00

Make sure that this dog is not on forbidden list, it would be a shame if you had to chose the between the dog or living on post.

Response by PO1 John Miller made Jun 14 at 2015 11:06 PM

2015-06-14T23:06:05-04:00

A lot of good advice here already so I'll just say this. Obedience training is a must, as is daily exercise for your doggie family member!

Response by LTC Ed Ross made Jun 14 at 2015 11:44 PM

2015-06-14T23:44:47-04:00

Quarinteening your dog for three months when moving to Hawaii.

Response by SSgt Ann Kovarik made Dec 17 at 2022 4:01 PM

2022-12-17T16:01:37-05:00

Did you get the pooch?