Making an Impact.
You can make a meaningful difference in the emotional, physical, and social health of our nation’s heroes and hero families—and save at-risk shelter dogs and cats
1.5 million
animals each year will not make it out of shelters alive due to lack of adopters, enough to fill all Major League Baseball stadiums combined.
1 in 5
Iraq/Afghanistan veterans suffer from major depression, increasing their suicide risk. Pets give them a renewed sense of optimism and purpose.
Samuel + Boomer
“I didn’t know a buddy like this could make such an impact in my life.”
Samuel was gripped by loneliness til Boomer came into his life in 2025. But hard times followed and the Army veteran reached out to us for help.
Boomer is a dual recipient of hardship and hero program support for his extensive allergies and basic needs. Thanks to our supporters, he’s still Samuel’s best buddy and favorite friend to the ladies in his neighborhood.
John + Lilly
John is a 94 year-old Coast Guard veteran. In 2024 he adopted Lilly, herself a senior, after the passing of John’s wife of 71 years.
From time to time the Coastie veteran needs a little help, which we’re honored to provide thanks to the generosity of our hardship program donors.
If you need a little extra inspiration in your day, click below to read John’s story, told in his own words.
Magdalena + Kimchi
After serving in Iraq and being awarded the Bronze Star, Magdalena decided to be a hero to a pet in need. But soon after adopting Kimchi she rushed her to the hospital with what turned out to be pneumonia.
While our funds are not available for urgent or emergency care, our hardship program provided meaningful relief to help Kimchi’s new mom buy pet food and other essentials, all thanks to our generous supporters.
The Dodo and GEICO honor Pets for Patriots adoptions by sharing their heartwarming tales