The West Monroe Police Department honored K-9 Veteran’s Day by sharing the story of former K-9, Darco, who worked to protect and serve in the community of Ouachita Parish. On March 13, 1942, the United States recognized the first K-9 Veterans Day to honor the dogs that served in the armed

President Donald Trump on Thursday saluted the heroic canines who "defend our citizens and our homeland." National K-9 Veterans Day is an annual March 13 celebration of "canine courage," and the bravery of military and police dogs.

News5 got the chance to meet those K-9 soldiers who work for the security forces at Peterson Space Force Base.

K9 Veterans Day on March 13 honors the service of military and working dogs, inspired by Stubby, the first dog promoted to sergeant.