Months later, Craig came home to join Fred. But Craig was changed — he had been through hell and back, and it showed. As he tried to adjust to civilian life, Craig was plagued by nightmares; being in large crowds frightened him, and he wouldn’t talk to anybody. He realized then how much he needed Fred. The goofy dog helped Craig start conversations with new people, gently bringing him back into the world. Fred's presence by his side often gave him a reason to open up, it even got him talking to a very special woman named Nora. Fred’s joy touched everyone who met him. Suddenly, Craig realized that other people needed to hear not only his stories but Fred’s as well. Fred’s sweet nature saved both of their lives. In those difficult moments in which everything seemed grim, Fred’s attitude became a way for Craig to remember that there was good in the world. That was a message he wanted others to know.

This Stray Dog Saved By A Marine Saved Him After Returning From War