Pentagon Responds to Claims US Military Dogs Were Left in Cages in Afghanistan

Animal welfare groups say that U.S. military contract dogs face 'death or worse' in Kabul

A U.S. military dog is seen at Bagram air base in Afghanistan, on March 22, 2002. Joe Raedle/Getty Images

Several animal welfare groups said that U.S. military contract dogs that were allegedly left behind in Afghanistan face “death or worse,” although a Pentagon spokesperson denied claims that working dogs were left behind in cages.

Dr. Robin R. Ganzert, president and CEO of American Humane, issued a statement Monday condemning the reported decision to leave the animals behind in Kabul.