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 and over 1,000 dogs are euthanized. 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 independence. Graduates of the program are able to live a life of renewed purpose and independence, that they previously did not think was possible. Many have reunited with their families, gone back to school, restored their relationships with family, 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.
2 min read
Warrior David Says He’s “Living Proof” of Your Impact
Tuesday, October 1st 2024
3 min read
Salute to Service Dogs: Celebrating National Service Dog Day
Friday, September 20th 2024
5 min read
Asking for Help Changed My Life
Friday, August 16th 2024
2 min read
Warrior Shilo Found a New Way To Live
Wednesday, July 24th 2024
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.
Nation’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.
You Gave Tim a New Leash on Life
2 weeks ago
Skonce Was a Stray Dog. You Helped Us Give Him Purpose.
2 weeks ago
He Changed Our Lives
4 weeks ago
I’m Learning to Embrace the Person I Am
2 months ago
You Gave Tim a New Leash on Life
2 weeks ago
Skonce Was a Stray Dog. You Helped Us Give Him Purpose.
2 weeks ago
He Changed Our Lives
4 weeks ago
I’m Learning to Embrace the Person I Am
2 months ago
Confidence and Freedom to Live
3 months ago
Warrior David Says He’s “Living Proof” of Your Impact
3 months ago
2024 Golf Tournament Highlights
3 months ago
Salute to Service Dogs: Celebrating National Service Dog Day
3 months ago
“I know where I am is better than where I was”: How Service Dogs Are Saving Veteran Lives
4 months ago
