The Minneapolis Star Tribune has a story today about the efforts to rescue dogs from Baghdad, particularly the story of Ratchet who was rescued by a soldier but whose clearance for release to the US was being held. This pup attracted the support of more than 45,000 people who signed a petition asking the US Army to let the puppy come the US. The dog has now been cleared to leave. The full story is available here.

The article also mentioned Baghdad Pups, an organization that rescues dogs and cats who have been adopted by troops and helps transport them to the US. This organization has already transported more than 50 animals to the US so far.

If you are interested in the story of how soldiers are adopting animals in the war zone and the challenges they face a great book on WellPetUSA’s recommended reading list is From Baghdad with Love.

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