He stood beside him in every mission. He guarded him without fear. He followed him without question. Today, the soldier lies silent in his final parade… and the one who understands this loss the most stands right there beside him. This K9 doesn’t understand ranks, medals, or ceremonies. He only knows one truth — his partner is gone. Look closely… the tears in his eyes, the heavy breathing from grief, the way he refuses to leave his side. A soldier protects a nation. A K9 protects his soldier wit