Navy Dog

A Dog's Days in the US Navy

By: Neal J. Kusumoto Captain US Navy (ret)

Narrated by: Chris Monteiro

Having Seaman Jenna as the mascot on the USS Vandegrift was never meant to be a statement or symbolic act, or to put the crew on the radars of four-star admirals. Jenna came aboard unannounced, a Christmas gift that brought instant joy to the crew and transformed a gray ship into a home for 225 sailors. Her addition was not pre-approved by the chain of command—contrary to military protocol. Before long, Jenna became a phenomenon—the only dog on a Navy ship since World War II—despite the best efforts to keep her from the public eye. This orphaned Shiba Inu and the displaced crew shared countless adventures and trials during her five years on board. Jenna dodged being eaten in Korea (a country that still views dogs as edible fare), sidestepped Hawaii's strict quarantine law, avoided threats of being shot in Australia, charmed a Chinese admiral, and nearly initiated an international incident in Pakistan. Jenna became a symbol of the ship and of free will, and created a bond amongst the crew that remains strong decades later . . . long after her death. Neal Kusumoto is proud to say that he was the captain of that fine ship, blessed with a magnificent crew that included one special sea dog. Join Seaman Jenna as a part of the crew on her five-year adventure on the high seas.

©2023 Neal J. Kusumoto, Captain, US Navy (ret) (P)2023 Tantor

As a Shiba owner I loved it!

I've owned and rescued shibas for years and when I saw this book I didn't expect much but was intrigued. I loved hearing the stories of her antics and training of the soldiers. Great book and glad I gave it a chance!

For dog lovers everywhere

We all think about what kind of life our dog might live if their world were a little broader than our own backyards. This is the story of an amazing dog, who had amazing adventures and touched the lives of everyone she ever met. For dog lovers around the world—you will not be disappointed to spend the time on this title.

inappropriate!!!

Animal war stories are almost always for all age groups. There supposed to be delightful and endearing or profound and heroic stories.
THE FILTHY LANGUAGE this author uses is not only ridiculous, but stupidly not nessisary given the story line..Advise parents to pass on this one for age groups who the fu## and sh#$ words are inappropriate...
And for adults who find this garbage dilutes the charm and innocence animal stories give, don't spend a credit..
to the author----
GREAT JOB IN BAD TAST MR.!!!!