Jammu, Feb. 23 -- An Army dog involved in anti-terror operations led security forces to the terrorists hiding in a 'dhok' and was the first to be hit during the ensuing gunfight in the Chatroo area of Kishtwar district of Jammu & Kashmir on Sunday, officials said.

"Brave K9 trooper Tyson, a German Shepherd, of Army's 2 Para Special Forces was injured during a counter-terror operation. He was hit in the front right leg," one of the officials said.

The official said that Tyson was the first to charge towards the dhok where the terrorists were hiding. "Despite being shot, Tyson continued advancing, demonstrating exceptional courage and loyalty in the line of duty," the official added.

The canine was immediately airlifted for medical treat...