Through the ages dog has served as a faithful companion to man : The natural gifts of smell, ferocity, speed, coupled with the sixth sense and a desire to please his master, have been extensively used by man to fit into his designs. The concept of war dog is as old as the war itself. Primitive man took his dog to the battle when rival tribes clashed. As such, “when we go to war, they go to war” and the hair raising tales of dogs in various wars speak volumes on their bravery, devotion and faithfulness, even endangering their own lives. While serving in the Indian Army, the author was responsible for organising the canine resources in consonance with the requirement of strategic and tactical employment of army dogs to meet the military objectives. His interaction with people at large in various spheres of society gave him the feeling that they are generally aware about the pet dogs but do not know much about the war dogs, working as silent K9 warriors, and hence this book
B. S. Panwar, AVSM, SM, PhD
General B. S. Panwar is the former Additional Director General and Head of Remount Veterinary Services, Indian Army. He is a postgraduate of G. B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, and holds a PhD from Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Jabalpur. He was commissioned into the Indian Army in 1969.
He served as Commandant of the RVC Centre and College, Meerut Cantonment, home to the Indian Army’s advanced Dog Training Facility. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in the scientific breeding, management, and specialized training of military working dogs, as well as the professional and military training of Army Dog Trainers. His initiatives significantly enhanced the operational efficiency of canine warriors and their handlers, particularly in counter-terrorism roles.
General Panwar’s exceptional professionalism earned him numerous honors, including the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM), Sena Medal (SM), Chief of the Army Staff Commendation Card, and GOC-in-C Central Command Commendation Card. He is a Fellow of the National Institute of Communicable Diseases (FISCD) and the National Academy of Veterinary Sciences (FNAVS), India, and has served as a panel veterinarian with the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI).
He has published several research and clinical papers, authored two books, and served as Editor of the Journal of the Remount Veterinary Corps.
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