In the Aroostook County town of Washburn, a bronze German shepherd will honor the military dogs of the former Loring Air Force Base.

The sculpture and memorial installation will be unveiled at Washburn’s Veterans Memorial Park on Saturday, Aug. 16, during the town’s annual August Festival.

About 100 sentry and guard dogs patrolled Loring with their handlers day and night, no matter the weather. A small cemetery on the base holds about 14 dogs who died there, but nothing existed to honor all the canine guards. For one local veteran who has helped the park add a new military tribute for eight years, it’s a recognition long overdue.

“I can’t let go that there’s nothing at Loring to honor all the dogs, because they’re veterans. And we’re going to do that,” said Larry Harrison, a retired Air

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