The Nation’s Largest Provider of Service Dogs for Veterans
Saving Lives
at Both Ends of the Leash
Determined to end Veteran suicide, K9s For Warriors provides highly-trained Service Dogs to military Veterans suffering from PTSD, traumatic brain injury and/or military sexual trauma. With the majority of dogs being rescues, this innovative program allows the K9/Warrior team to build an unwavering bond that facilitates their collective healing and recovery.
The First 1,000 Warriors
A Battle Worth Fighting
Roughly 20 Veterans die by suicide every day, and K9s For Warriors is determined to change that. K9s For Warriors exists because of a fierce dedication to saving the lives of both Veterans and rescue dogs. This program is backed by scientific research and empowers Veterans who fought for our freedom to live a life of dignity and independence. Graduates of the program are able to live a life that they previously did not think was possible. Many have reunited with their families, gone back to school, found renewed enjoyment in life, and significantly reduced their medications.
92
%
of our Veteran graduates report a reduction in medication*
*Study conducted by Flagler College, St. Augustine, Florida
82
%
of our Veteran graduates report reduced suicide ideation*
*Study conducted by Flagler College, St. Augustine, Florida
Real Warriors. Real Stories.
3 min read
Hope on the Horizon
Wednesday, May 8th 2024
4 min read
A Letter to Those Who Brought Me Jake
Monday, April 15th 2024
3 min read
A Love Story of Two Warriors, Trauma, and Triumph
Wednesday, February 14th 2024
3 min read
Checking in with One of K9s For Warriors First San Antonio Graduates
Thursday, December 21st 2023
What Drives Us
K9s For Warriors remains committed to ending Veteran suicide, raising awareness for invisible disabilities, and creating policy level reform. We do this through our best-in-class support & service, expert training program, and cutting-edge research.
Our Mission
Determined to end Veteran suicide, K9s For Warriors provides highly-trained Service Dogs to military Veterans suffering from PTSD, traumatic brain injury and/or military sexual trauma.
World’s Largest Rescue to Service Program
Before it was widely accepted, K9s For Warriors believed in the power of Service Dogs to treat Veteran’s service-connected traumas. Independent research, along with our own, validates the effectiveness of a K9 companion in preventing Veteran suicide.
Our proven program allows us to save the lives of rescue dogs in conjunction with saving Veterans’ lives. To date, our team has rescued more than 2,000 dogs. Giving these four-legged heroes a second chance and new purpose.
Leading the Way
K9s For Warriors is the nation’s largest provider of Service Dogs to military Veterans suffering from post traumatic stress, traumatic brain injury and/or military sexual trauma.
Stories to Inspire
Check out our blog to learn more about how K9s For Warriors is impacting the lives of Veterans and rescue dogs, our latest developments affecting the organization, along with relevant industry research and advocacy efforts.
Hope on the Horizon
3 days ago
A Letter to Those Who Brought Me Jake
4 weeks ago
Salute to Heroes Gala 2024 – An Evening Celebrating 1,000 Warriors & Service Dogs
2 months ago
A Love Story of Two Warriors, Trauma, and Triumph
3 months ago
Hope on the Horizon
3 days ago
A Letter to Those Who Brought Me Jake
4 weeks ago
Salute to Heroes Gala 2024 – An Evening Celebrating 1,000 Warriors & Service Dogs
2 months ago
A Love Story of Two Warriors, Trauma, and Triumph
3 months ago
UF College of Veterinary Medicine X K9s For Warriors: A Unique “Paw”tnership
4 months ago
Checking in with One of K9s For Warriors First San Antonio Graduates
5 months ago
Petco Love K9 Center: Helping Save Lives on Both Ends of The Leash in Texas
5 months ago
2023 Golf Tournament Highlights
8 months ago
Living with PTSD: 3 Warriors’ Stories of Hope & Healing
11 months ago