U.S. Military Dogs Cannot Be Buried At A National Cemetery

Photo: Army buddies: Sgt. Corey McCourt wanted his service dog Mina (pictured) buried in a national cemetery and his mother is now fighting to make it happen

Bomb-Sniffing Military Dog Denied Burial Alongside Handler's Army Family Despite Serving Nine Tours In Afghanistan -- Daily Mail

* Army mom determined to get Mina a hero's burial
* The Labrador retriever died at 13, having saved countless lives

A bomb-sniffing Army dog has been denied burial in a national cemetery, despite having served nine tours of duty in Afghanistan.

Mina, a Labrador retriever, was honorably discharged at age 11 with the rank of sergeant and then adopted by his brother in battle, Army Sgt. Corey McCourt.

Last week, Mina was euthanized at 13 after suffering a debilitating lung ailment. As McCourt continues his service duties, his mother June Etlinger got the job of finding a proper burial for Mina.

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My Comment: I expect an exception to be made in this case.