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“Tour pets” are not uncommon in times of war. From my own experience serving in Afghanistan, many platoons and sections adopted local dogs or cats to have as mascots, or for the moral support that they provided. In our case, we took in a puppy named “gougoune,” which is a colloquial term in Quebec for “flip-flop” sandals. Every night, one of us would take turns caring for her.
This list of soldiers and cats who became friends overseas is a touching reminder of humanity, demonstrating that even during times of war, there are moments of beauty and kindness.
Do you have tour photos with a platoon cat? Post your pictures below, or vote on your favorite!
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Soldier With A Kitten
Stephanie C. Fox 7 years ago
Here is the best (my opinion) part of Schehereazade Cat - The Story of a War Hero, in a watercolor painting. The book can be found at (https://www.amazon.com/Scheherazade-Cat-Story-War-Hero/dp/0692973389/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=) David-Hold...e0-png.jpg 
Mariela Burton 6 years ago
God Bless you all and thank you so very much for your service Amen to you
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#2
Soldier And A Cat
Noor Iskandar Alexsdu 8 years ago
Actually this was during the Korean War in 1952. The kitten's name is Miss Hap. It became orphan when it's mother killed in the war. http://www.historybyzim.com/2013/06/animals-in-war-miss-hap-korea/
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#3
My Shy Friend In Afghanistan
EllyEssenberg 10 years ago
Danielle, I agree. Why haven't I met a man like him and one who loves cats as well? .
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eaglegreen 10 years ago
I'll only believe "best friends c**p" if you said you brought the cat HOME.
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Stray Kitten Sleeping On My Buddy, Afghanistan 2009
ScottNine 10 years ago
Are any of these soldiers allowed to bring these new friends home with them once there tour is over?
LauraJohnston 10 years ago
Yes but it cost a lot of money. There is a shelter called Nowzad in Afghanistan that takes in dogs and cats that the service men and women want to take home. It cost somewhere between 2 and 4 thousand dollars to get them home. They need to be vaccinated,and the cost to fly them home on one of the airlines.If your interested in donating check them out on Facebook under Nowzad!
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Soldier With A Kitten
#6
He Just Crawled Up There And Curled Up
#7
A French Soldier Feeding His Kitten, Indochina 1956
#8
Private Awesome Is Feeding A Kitten
JennyJozwiak 10 years ago
This shot is clear: In times of war and murder (which WAR is!) life, is celebrated! Even if just a small kitten.
#9
A Kitten Is Nestled In The Trouser Pocket Of A U.S. Soldier
#10
Afghan Kitten
#11
Little Cuties
Final score:
154points
#12
Soldier With A Kitten
#13
Making Friends With The Locals In Afghanistan
Final score:
150points
#14
My Nephew Is Serving In Afghanistan
#15
Every Cat Loves A Man In Uniform
SallBarcíková 10 years ago
Soldiers are adorable but soldiers with cats or kitties.... that's just life goal! <3 need it !!
Stephanie C. Fox 7 years ago
Here is the best (my opinion) part of Schehereazade Cat - The Story of a War Hero, in a watercolor painting. The book can be found at (https://www.amazon.com/Scheherazade-Cat-Story-War-Hero/dp/0692973389/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=) David-Hold...76-png.jpg 
Avery Woods (06) 4 years ago
YAS QUEEN FIND THAT LOVE IN A UNIFORM (p.s you sould litterly get the kitten little uniforms to match lol)
GochaWimmer 10 years ago
I'm curious if They can take them home? I heard about soldier that took a dog to home. It would be great if They could :)
#16
A British Soldier “Shakes Hands” With A Kitten On A Snowy Bank
#17
Soldier With A Cat
Avery Woods (06) 4 years ago
at least the cats cute u know what i mean peeps but thank u for the service
#18
Soldier Sleeping With A Kitten
#19
A Ukrainian Soldier Holds A Cat As He Receives Warm Clothes
#20
Palestinian Soldier Stroking A Kitten
#21
Kitten And His Cuddle Buddy
#22
The Cat And The Soldier
KerenKosman 10 years ago
i'm pretty sure it's an Israeli soldier, and I have to say that for us it's very common to Israeli soldiers taking care, and even rescuing animals, of all shapes and sizes. sometimes even if they have to risk their life to do so.
#23
Soldier With A Cat
KimberleyTucker-Hood 10 years ago
I love that the dog in the background is keeping an eye on the cat!
#24
Met This Cutie Outside The Barracks Today
#26
Soldier Playing With A Kitten
#27
Deployed To The Middle East, We Got A "Working Cat" To Catch Mice
#28
French Soldier In Kosovo
#29
Big, Tough Soldier With His Kitty
#30
Kitten Helping The Soldier
JoeDesmangles 10 years ago
Step 1: obtain human weapon. Step 2 : ... Step 3: world domination.
#32
Soldiers Feeding A Kitten
#33
Found These Kittens In Afghanistan
#34
Soldier With A Cat
#36
Ukrainian Patrol
Final score:
51points
#38
This Is Mittens, We Rescued Her Personally From The Evil Shared Torture
#44
Cat In War
#48
Soldier Nurses Cat Back To Health
#51
They Share A Special Bond
#52
My Best Buddies In Camp Price, Afghanistan
Final score:
38points
#54
Cat, Soldiers, A Bomb And A Flower...
Final score:
30points
SusannaVesna 10 years ago
Aww so cute! F*****g nazis playing with kitties...and then going and murdering thousands of people!
captaingrumpy 10 years ago
I noticed you named the nationalities of most of the soldiers , but when it came to the Israeli soldier you stopped. A little racism I believe.
KTPinto 10 years ago
It's not the same person who posts all the pictures...
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Bianca de Bont 8 years ago
I think having a cat is what keeps them sane in Those harsh times. Everyone needs love to keep them grounded
Stephanie C. Fox 7 years ago
Here is the best (my opinion) part of Schehereazade Cat - The Story of a War Hero, in a watercolor painting. The book can be found at (https://www.amazon.com/Scheherazade-Cat-Story-War-Hero/dp/0692973389/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=) David-Hold...6d-png.jpg 
TovaNapell 10 years ago
No madder were the soldier is located it is always good to have a feline friend or K9 companion to help you through the tuff times of war
AnnaSalerno 10 years ago
Awwwww even big tough men love a soft furry adorable kitten... love at first sight... =^..^= These are great shots!
Bianca de Bont 8 years ago
I think having a cat is what keeps them sane in Those harsh times. Everyone needs love to keep them grounded
Stephanie C. Fox 7 years ago
Here is the best (my opinion) part of Schehereazade Cat - The Story of a War Hero, in a watercolor painting. The book can be found at (https://www.amazon.com/Scheherazade-Cat-Story-War-Hero/dp/0692973389/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=) David-Hold...6d-png.jpg
TovaNapell 10 years ago
No madder were the soldier is located it is always good to have a feline friend or K9 companion to help you through the tuff times of war
AnnaSalerno 10 years ago
Awwwww even big tough men love a soft furry adorable kitten... love at first sight... =^..^= These are great shots!
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