MEET ROSIE

On October 4, 1777, there was a surprise attack on the British at Germantown. The battlefield must be a terrifying place and Lila was lost. She wound up with the American Army in its encampment. General Howe’s dog came to the attention of General George Washington. Lila’s dog collar had Howe’s name engraved on it.

General Washington ordered his soldiers to return Lila to General Howe, the enemy, and history records. He included a polite note.

I love this story because it tells of human kindness during a bloody war. It also is a testimony to the importance of making sure your pets have identification on them!

Every shelter employee would absolutely love it if every animal came in with an owner’s contact information on them. Good job, General Howe!