America's VetDogs

Looking for a meaningful way to give back? America’s VetDogs offers corporate volunteer days, giving your employees the opportunity to support our mission while making a real impact. Volunteering with us is a great way to foster teamwork, boost morale, and help provide assistance dogs to individuals with disabilities. Bring your team together for a day of service and see firsthand the difference you can make. To learn more about how your company can get involved, call (631) 930-9090 and ask to speak with a member of our Development Team. ????

Honoring the Life and Legacy of MSG Dillon. ? Dillon was more than a facility dog. He was a beacon of comfort, strength, and unwavering support at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Since 2019, he touched the lives of countless active duty service members, veterans, families, and staff, offering companionship and care during their most challenging moments. When we asked Dillon’s handler what made him truly special, she shared that he loved his work wholeheartedly and greeted those he served with the sloppiest, most joyful kisses. His legacy of love and devotion will never be forgotten.

At America’s VetDogs, we recognize caregivers' support to our veterans and first responders. That is why we welcome them into the training process when needed, ensuring every team starts their journey with confidence and support. ???? Learn more about our service dog program by tapping here: https://lnkd.in/gnZRBKHf

This little charm is saving energy for all the St. Paw-trick’s Day fun! ???? Wishing you a day filled with luck, love, and maybe a nap or two.

Last week, Chief Marketing Officer Mike Rosen represented America’s VetDogs at the inaugural in-person meeting of the Face The Fight Coalition, held at USAA Headquarters in San Antonio, Texas. Face the Fight, an initiative of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, was launched in June 2023 to unite corporations, foundations, nonprofits, academia, and veteran-focused organizations in the fight against veteran suicide. With founding partners including USAA, the Humana Foundation, and Reach Resilience, the coalition is dedicated to breaking the stigma around mental health, improving access to care, and funding programs that provide military-specific suicide interventions.

We’re honored to share that America’s VetDogs has once again earned the prestigious Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency for 2025! This top-tier recognition is awarded to only 12% of nonprofits among nearly 158,000 organizations evaluated by Candid. Earning this seal reflects our unwavering commitment to transparency, integrity, and accountability. It ensures that our supporters, donors, and partners have full access to information about our mission, the impact of our programs, and how every contribution helps us provide service dogs to veterans and first responders with disabilities at no cost to those we serve. ???? Thank you for standing with us as we continue creating a future where everyone can live without boundaries?.

America's VetDogs facility dogs Biscuit and Charlie have been recognized in U.S. Veterans Magazine! ?? Each year, U.S. Veterans Magazine honors service dogs for their impact on veterans' lives. Biscuit and Charlie are being celebrated for their unwavering dedication, steadfast support, and companionship. Biscuit is an integral part of the facility dog team at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. He offers emotional comfort to patients, staff, and visitors and contributes to the healing process for service members, veterans, and their families. Charlie works at the Pentagon, where he brings joy and support to those around him while assisting with the Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff's priorities. His work fosters well-being among those who serve at one of the nation’s most important institutions. We are proud to see Biscuit and Charlie recognized for their important work. Read more about their impact here: https://lnkd.in/eFarfXfd

This past December, America's VetDogs was honored to be a beneficiary of Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers' New York Metro Area "Raise a Little Cane" program. Thanks to the generosity of Raising Cane's and its customers, $3,990.94 was raised through plush pup sales at local restaurants. These proceeds directly support our mission of providing specially trained assistance dogs to veterans and first responders, empowering them to live without boundaries?. Thank you to Raising Cane's and everyone who took part in this initiative. Your support makes a difference in the lives of those who have served our country. ?????

Last year, 2024 Citizen Honors Community Service awardee America's VetDogs recognized the Congressional Medal of Honor Society by naming a 9-week-old Labrador Retriever and future service dog "Honor." This is Honor now! America's VetDogs works to improve the lives of veterans and first responders with disabilities by matching them with dogs that best suit their needs, including their mobility, personality, lifestyle, and physical needs. We respect and appreciate their ongoing dedication to the men and women who have given so much to our country. Thank you for your service, Honor!

Welcome to the Air National Guard Readiness Center, Second Lieutenant Bailey! ???? Bailey joins SGT Cleo as a facility dog at Joint Base Andrews, providing animal-assisted therapy to personnel. Together, they make their rounds throughout the week, promoting wellness and stress management in a demanding work environment. Their presence brings comfort, connection, and a sense of calm to those who serve. Bailey’s enlistment ceremony was made even more special with a visit from local facility dogs Sully H.W. Bush, Charlie, and Bond. We are proud to see Bailey take on this important role. ?