Dog and U.S. Marine bond during war

Spike, a black lab, stands at attention with U.S. Marine Jared Heine in Afghanistan. When Heine was injured, the two were separated. Spike ended up working as a police dog in Richmond, Va. and just recently the two were reunited thanks to a social media effort launched by Heine's mother.

Chip Reid will have the story of the emotional connection Wednesday night on the "CBS Evening News."

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Spike and Jared enjoy a birthday celebration.

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Spike rests his snout on Jared's head.

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Spike sports a hat during a birthday celebration.

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With a rifle by his side and Spike on his lap, Jared reads from a book.

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Spike greets Jared with some loving kisses.

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Spike wags his tongue with his fellow marines.

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As another dog keeps watch, Spike gets a hug.

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While on patrol, Spike takes a seat next to Jared.

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Spike and Jared take a few minutes to relax

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Spike goes long during a game of fetch.

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Spike and Jared seeing eye-to-eye.

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Who wore it better? Spike or Jared?

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Spike gets a much deserved bath.

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Bonded by their time in Afghanistan, Jared and Spike share a special relationship.