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"There is a serious problem with the number of veteran suicides that happen each year. There is also a serious dog overpopulation issue in America. K9s For Warriors is actively making a difference in both of those areas. They give these men, women and dogs a second chance, and I am blessed to be a part of that process."
- A member of the Adoption & Procurement Team
"K9s For Warriors is a shining light in an often tumultuous and confusing world. My job is a way to serve the nation I love, but in a way that feels much more direct."
- A member of the K9 Training Team
“I love that K9s For Warriors values continual learning. I have had the opportunity to practice new skills, participate in professional development activities, and to serve in a few different roles, being given more responsibility as I have progressed in my career. My bosses trust me to try new ideas and provide support to bring those ideas to life.”
- A member of the Development Team
"K9s For Warriors gives me the chance to better veterans' lives by doing something I have done my entire life. To give back to someone who has given so much for me means everything."
- A member of the K9 Kennel Team
"K9s feels like family. It is easy to stay mission driven for something so important. We have the best staff and of course, dogs! Not a job if you love what you do!"
- A member of the Development Team
"The fact that I am a part of an organization that rescues shelter dogs that rescue veterans means everything to me. We're a part of something bigger than ourselves, and it's all about giving back."
- A member of the K9 Training Team
"K9s For Warriors brings together my passion for being a voice to forgotten dogs, and the need to help my fellow veterans. Daily, I am given the opportunity to create positive moments for them both."
- A member of the K9 Training Team
"I love working at K9s because you can see the Warriors come back to life before your eyes. What we do matters."
- A member of the Education Team
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K9 Trainer Apprenticeship Program

The fully immersive five-month program provides a learning development curriculum to prepare graduates of the program to seamlessly transition into a K9s For Warriors dog trainer role. The program offers educational practices focused on:

  • Acceptable training methods
  • Dog learning theory
  • Dog behavior and behavior modification
  • Warriors’ mental disabilities and how to work and communicate with them
  • Departmental policies and procedures
  • Interdepartmental communication
  • Dog care and grooming
  • Sanitary kennel management

Our next apprentice program will begin accepting applications in November, the program will run January through May.

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Determined to end veteran suicide, K9s For Warriors is the nation’s largest provider of trained Service Dogs to military veterans suffering from PTSD, traumatic brain injury and/or military sexual trauma.
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Thank you for your interest in touring our National Headquarters in Ponte Vedra, FL. K9s For Warriors is a residential training facility. Our Warriors live on our campus for 21 days while learning to work with their new Service Dogs. To respect our Warriors privacy, we are unable to accommodate field trips, large group outings, and large parties. Additionally, some of the tour information may not be suitable for children.

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