Sgt. Kelli Helfinstine, base veterinary technician, gives Pako, a 96th Security Forces Squadron, a scratch on the head after her Air Force Achievement Medal ceremony Feb. 6 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. Helfinstine was awarded the medal for her efforts in saving Pako’s life when he suffered a heat stroke and almost died in June. ( Air Force

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