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The Dog’s Journey

K9s For Warriors cares for every dog at each step of their journey. From intake to pairing with a Veteran, and even career-changes — we prioritize the best fit for each dog.

Where Our Dogs Come From

At K9s For Warriors, a majority of the dogs we procure are rescue dogs. We believe in second chances and saving lives at both ends of the leash.

Our procurement team tirelessly searches for suitable Service Dog candidates at shelters across the country, primarily in the Southeast and Southwest regions. 

In 2024 alone, our team members traveled over 66,000 miles to rescue dogs – that’s roughly 2.6 times around the Earth.

We also accept dog and puppy donations as well as collaborate with select purpose-bred and rescue providers to continue providing high quality Service Dogs to our Warriors battling invisible wounds of war.

Since 2011, we’ve rescued more than 2,000 dogs.

K9s For Warriors procurement team rescues six dogs from a backyard breeding case at a local Florida shelter.

Service Dog Training

Once a dog is selected for our program and cleared by our veterinary team, Service Dog training begins!

Like humans every dog is different, especially when working with rescue dogs. On average our Service Dogs train for six to eight months before they pass our Service Dog standards. Once they have passed, they’re ready to be paired with a Veteran!

Paws For Change Program

K9s For Warriors partners with Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office to teach inmates new life skills while giving them the opportunity to train future Service Dogs. 

The Paws For Change program is designed to not only empower inmates, but also aid K9s in its efforts to meet the growing need for highly-trained Service Dogs to pair with Veterans. 

Paws For Change aims to expand the healing powers of dogs to prisoners in need.

Career Paths

Every dog brought into our program has the goal of becoming a life-changing Service Dog for a Veteran, but not every dog passes our rigorous Service Dog standards.

For those pups not suitable for service work and ultimately career-changed, go on to become therapy dogs for first responders or find their forever home with a loving family.

Adoptable Dog Waitlist

Thank you for your interest in adopting one of our dogs. We hope that your perfect fit becomes available soon! Please fill out the application below – and our Adoption Team will add you to our waitlist. 

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