Laia
Major Steven Hutchison, who at 60 became the oldest soldier to die in Iraq, was one of countless service members who have adopted dogs and cats while stationed there. Like his fellow animal lovers, Hutchison found Laia, a sweet yellow puppy, a crucial source of comfort and humanity.
Maj. Hutchison (center) in Iraq
The Detroit Free Press has the beautiful story of how Laia found her way to the U.S. after Hutchison’s death in May, and how she continues to provide comfort to his friends, family, and fellow soldiers.
