Private Cooper

 is a fictional soldier and a central character featured in the 2002 werewolf movie Dog Soldiers. He was played by actor Kyle McKidd.

Biography
was a member of the British Army holding the rank of private. In 2002, he enlisted in a British Special Forces unit under the command of Captain Ryan. During an exercise in Northern Wales, Captain Ryan instructed him to shoot a dog to show that he had what it took to be in his unit. Cooper refused to shoot the defenseless animal and Ryan decided that he did not have the sort of fiber required for Special Forces.

Cooper remained with the Army and joined a unit lead by Sgt. Harry G. Wells. Cooper's unit was conducting a training exercise in the mountains of Scotland when they came upon his rival Captain Ryan. Ryan had been mortally injured and was stumbling through the woods virtually insensate. Cooper's team rendered medical assistance and tried to get to a safe point, but they were unable to radio anyone for an emergency evacuation. While the soldiers struggled to save Ryan's life, a werewolf attacked the group, nearly disemboweling Sgt. Wells. The commandos were fortunate to find a young woman named Megan, who was driving down a mountain road and offered them shelter. Sarge was brought back to Megan's house where Private Cooper tended to his injuries.

That night, more werewolves appeared and clawed their way into the house. The soldiers fought back, but Cooper's comrade, Terry Milburn was killed during the struggle. The werewolves retreated temporarily, giving Cooper and the others a momentary respite.