EP-402 Alfred Brenner: I Felt Like I Was Dying - A Marine K-9 Handler’s True Story

In this episode Alfred recounts his unexpected journey into the Marines, training as a K-9 handler, and the harrowing experience of an IED explosion in Afghanistan that cost him his dog, Grief, and left him seriously wounded. He shares the chaos of combat, the bond between handler and dog, and the long road of recovery. Alfred also reflects on recruitment, boot camp, canine school, the losses among his unit, the healing power of reunions, and his decision to write Surviving with Grief to honor those who cannot speak for themselves. _________ Please leave us a review on Apple/Spotify Podcasts: Apple: Spotify: Mentors4mil Links: Instagram: Patreon Support: Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer:

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EP-402 Alfred Brenner: I Felt Like I Was Dying - A Marine K-9 Handler’s True Story is an episode from Mentors for Military Podcast by Mentors for Military.

This episode is 01:28:04 long.

This episode was published on Nov 11, 2025.

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