A New Chapter in Care: Inside the New Duffield Veterinary Clinic at K9s For Warriors
This January, K9s For Warriors reached a milestone years in the making – the opening of our first-ever on-site veterinary clinic. Located at our Davis Family Mega Kennel in Ponte Vedra, Florida, the new Duffield Veterinary Clinic represents a powerful evolution in how we care for the Service Dogs who go on to change and save Veterans lives.
Rediscovering Holiday Joy: Brian & Tucker’s First Season Together
For Army Veteran Brian, the holidays used to feel more like an obstacle course than a celebration. After an IED blast in Iraq in 2009 left him with combat-related PTSD, the festive season became overwhelming.
You Helped Hannah Find Joy in the Holidays
With Service Dog Finn at her side, she and her son now enjoy holiday shopping again.
Checking In with Our 1,000th Pairing
Ryan is a Veteran who served in the Army Reserves for more than 20 years. He was deployed in Iraq in 2005 and in 2006 as a truck driver. You may already know him – not just from being a hero, but for being the 1,000th Warrior to graduate from our program with loyal Service Dog Frankie, a Golden Retriever.
Justin Shares How You Changed His Life
When a Warrior graduates from the K9s For Warriors program, it doesn’t mark the end of their journey; it’s just the beginning. The Veteran and Service Dog become battle buddies, working together to mitigate the debilitating symptoms of service-connected traumas so that Veterans can live the life they deserve.
“Chas Has Allowed Me to Drop My Guard”
After 20 years of serving in the United States Air Force, Veteran Sean found himself in isolation. In 2024, he found exactly what he needed to ground himself in the form of a rescued flat-coat retriever named Chas.
K9s For Warriors Commemorates 9/11 during 5th Annual Golf Classic
K9s For Warriors reflected on the attacks of September 11, 2001, with two special events. Thank you to everyone who came out to support our mission.
On September 10, three artists took the stage at The Yards in Ponte Vedra Beach for Country for Courage: a 9/11 Tribute with Chris Lane and Friends. Country star Chris Lane was joined by singer-songwriter Ryan Larkins and local artist Ty Love. The event brought hundreds of country music fans together for a good cause!
He is My Pride and Joy
Early in the morning on September 11th, 2001, it was a normal workday for Raphael.
An officer with the NYPD’s Sanitation Police division in the Bronx, Raphael knew what to expect from his job: going after illegal dumpers and enforcing recycling laws. But everything shifted on September 11th.
You Gave Dana a Way to Cope — Just in Time
Dana always knew he was going to be a part of the military. His decision was a natural extension of his father’s and grandfather’s time in the Marines and Army. His journey started in ROTC as a freshman cadet at Ohio University.
School, Service, and Second Chances
August means it’s time to go back to school!
Many of our Warriors tell us their Service Dogs gave them the strength and courage to achieve their goals. Army Veteran Adam accomplished his goal of finishing school with Mojo by his side.