Bass becomes the 75th recipient of ‘the animals’ VC’ for his heroic actions in Afghanistan
A retired US Marine Corps dog has today (24 January 2023) become the 75th recipient of the PDSA Dickin Medal* - the animals equivalent of the Victoria Cross.
The highest honour available to animals, Multi-Purpose Canine (MPC) Bass was presented with the award for his bravery and life-saving devotion to duty after his six-year service in the US Marine Special Operation Command (MARSOC). The now-retired Belgian Malinois, who lives in San Antonio, Texas, with his former handler, Staff Sergeant Alex Schnell, was presented with his Medal during a virtual ceremony with Jan McLoughlin, Director General of PDSA, the UK’s largest veterinary charity. The video of Bass’ story and presentation can be viewed at www.pdsa.org.uk/bass.