Holzerland Protection Dogs surprises local veteran with a new puppy

PENSACOLA, Fla. (WALA) – This sweet little girl is more than just a puppy. It’s the greatest surprise ever for Retired Army Staff Sergeant Timothy Rodriguez.

He’s lived a life of service. Following family tradition, he joined the Army in 1983 and spent several tours in Germany and Ethiopia before retiring in 2003. During those missions he experienced a lot and lost friends. Rodriguez then continued to serve back home, by working with the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office.

Holzerland Protection Dogs heard about his story and knew they had to get involved…

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