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1. What is K9s For Warriors?

K9s For Warriors provides service dogs to post-9/11 military Veterans coping with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injury (TBI), and/or military sexual trauma (MST). As the nation’s largest provider of service dogs for disabled Veterans, this nonprofit’s goal is to help service members ease back into civilian life.

2. How will K9s For Warriors help me?

Studies show service dogs can help those with PTSD. Soldiers with a verified clinical diagnosis of PTSD, TBI, or MST can apply for a service dog at no cost to them. Once selected, Soldiers then attend the training with their new service dog during a three-week program at K9s for Warriors’ 17,000-square-foot campus in Florida.

If you are interested in getting a service dog, visit K9s For Warriors application webpage for details.

3. What tips does K9s For Warriors have for me?

Reach out for help. K9s For Warriors can assist Soldiers throughout the application process. Even if you do not qualify for the program, K9s For Warriors’ team can help you find other support and resources.  

Stay connected. The organizations supports Soldiers long after the training program is complete. The nonprofit can provide services, such as health care and food for your service dog, as well as funds to assist with emergency veterinary care.

Give back. Find a way to get involved with K9s For Warriors, such as raising awareness or donating a dog to the service dog training     program.