33rd.IPSD 4TH DIV.

The 33rd Infantry Platoon (Scout Dog), or 33rd IPSD, was an integral unit within the 4th Infantry Division during the Vietnam War. Activated in 1967, the platoon was tasked with providing scout dog teams trained for patrol, detection, and security missions, enhancing the division's ability to locate enemy forces and avoid ambushes. Operating primarily in the Central Highlands of Vietnam, the 33rd IPSD teams worked closely with infantry units, often leading patrols through dense jungle terrain. Their efforts contributed significantly to force protection and mission success, with handlers and their dogs forging a legacy of bravery and sacrifice.