Karen has devoted her life and career to helping others. The hospital corpsman recently discovered that love is … keep reading
When a bonded pair of dogs breaks so does their Navy veteran’s heart
A veteran and her two first mates Kristine serves in the Navy and in March 2018 adopted a … keep reading
Army medic values lives of shelter’s most overlooked dogs
Zachary has a special place in his heart for the downtrodden. Perhaps that is why the veteran Army … keep reading
Four on the floor: how to get your dog to stop jumping on people
Management and training Learning how to get your dog to put four on the floor is a great … keep reading
Veteran military dog handler comes to the rescue of pint-sized hurricane refugee
Michael’s love of dogs sprang from his most memorable time in the service, as a dog trainer and … keep reading
Fate bonds grieving retired Army veteran and cat surrendered to animal shelter
Life during wartime Evangeline devoted more than two decades in service to our nation. The now retired Army … keep reading
Veteran battling trauma and depression gains new purpose saving traumatized dog
For years Ashley has been coping with the aftermath of crippling trauma and depression arising from her military … keep reading
Snaggly-toothed special needs senior dog fulfills a Navy veteran’s lifelong dream
Just one day after being approved by Pets for Patriots, Mark fell in love with a special needs … keep reading
Navy veteran finds best mate in dog who never leaves his side
More than 40 years after separating from service Kevin learned that even former sailors need a first mate. … keep reading
Cruelty survivor overcomes her fears to rescue Navy veteran living with depression and anxiety
Patches is a cruelty survivor who is believed to have been rescued from a dog-fighting ring. She became … keep reading
Old rescued hound gives Navy Reservist renewed sense of purpose
Kimberly knows that veterans often feel adrift following their military discharge, or when transitioning from active duty to … keep reading
Adopted dog helps combat veteran through deployments, PTSD, and life
It was 2011 when Frank, a career combat veteran, turned to Pets for Patriots to find a four-legged … keep reading
Misunderstood shelter dog brings new life to disabled Navy veteran
It took a misunderstood shelter dog to help Chris and his wife cope with the grief of losing … keep reading
Love of Bronze Star veteran helps twice surrendered dog outlive cancer prognosis
A Bronze Star veteran with dozens of military medals summons all his grit and love to help his … keep reading
Veteran learns that senior special needs dog is the buddy he always wanted
Michael is an Air Force veteran who longed for a constant companion. A senior special needs dog named … keep reading