Tactical Paws enjoyed by Airmen, dogs

Senior Airman Elijaih Tiggs, 319th Reconnaissance Wing photojournalist journeyman, pets Memphis, his 2-year-old Australian Cattle Dog mix, as Memphis takes a play-break during “Tactical Paws” Sept. 18, 2019, at the dog park on Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota. Tiggs and Memphis attended Tactical Paws, a casual event created to allow the base community to socialize, exercise their dogs and share helpful tips regarding local animal care options. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elora J. Martinez)

Memphis, a 2-year-old Australian Cattle Dog mix, is greeted by his owner, Senior Airman Elijaih Tiggs, 319th Reconnaissance Wing photojournalist journeyman, Sept. 18, 2019, on Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota. Spending time with Memphis is how Tiggs says he decompresses from work: “His energy and personality just make me happy.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elora J. Martinez)

Tactical Paws enjoyed by Airmen, dogs

Senior Airman Elijaih Tiggs, 319th Reconnaissance Wing Public Affairs photojournalist journeyman, buckles a harness around Memphis, his 2-year-old Australian Cattle Dog mix, before heading to “Tactical Paws” Sept. 18, 2019, on Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota. Tactical Paws was a social event at the base dog park meant to mirror recent mandatory resilience tactical pauses in a more playful way, so base members and their furry friends could enjoy each other’s company and share information regarding animal care in the community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elora J. Martinez)

Tactical Paws enjoyed by Airmen, dogs

Senior Airman Elijaih Tiggs, 319th Reconnaissance Wing photojournalist journeyman, walks Memphis, his 2-year-old Australian Cattle Dog mix, out of the dog park after “Tactical Paws” Sept. 18, 2019, on Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota. Tactical Paws was a base event for Airmen and their dogs to play, socialize and relax after work. The event was inspired by recent resilience tactical pauses across the U.S. Air Force, in which Airmen had a day to be with their wingmen and discuss the importance of mental health and different avenues of help or support offered to those who need it. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elora J. Martinez)

Tactical Paws enjoyed by Airmen, dogs

Senior Airman Elijaih Tiggs, 319th Reconnaissance Wing photojournalist journeyman, and his dog Memphis, a 2-year-old Australian Cattle Dog mix, drive to the base dog park for “Tactical Paws,” a resilience event, Sept. 18, 2019, on Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota. Tiggs and Memphis joined other base members and furry friends for the event, which mirrored recent mandatory resilience tactical pauses around the U.S. Air Force. Tactical Paws brought the Grand Forks AFB community together to socialize, but more importantly to share information regarding local tips and options for pet healthcare and boarding in case of deployment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elora J. Martinez)

Tactical Paws enjoyed by Airmen, dogs

Memphis, a 2-year-old Australian Cattle Dog mix, poses for a photo during “Tactical Paws” Sept. 18, 2019, at the dog park on Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota. Tactical Paws was a social event which mirrored recent resilience tactical pauses around the U.S. Air Force, meant to reflect on mental health throughout the service and raise awareness of increasing suicide rates in Airmen. Memphis enjoyed the company of other dogs at the event while his owner and other Airmen in attendance had the opportunity to share helpful tips and information regarding animal care options in the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elora J. Martinez)

Tactical Paws enjoyed by Airmen, dogs

Published Sept. 23, 2019
By Senior Airman Elora J. Martinez
319th Reconnaissance Wing Public Affairs

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