helping both ends of the leash

Service Dogs help improve quality of life and the extent of daily activities that veterans are able to take part in. The effects of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Traumatic Brain and other life-altering injuries, and the many unique burdens our heroes carry, can be debilitating.

Paws of War’s specialist Service Dog Training Program takes the ideal dog candidates (saved from kill shelters across America) through extensive training on everything they need to support veterans, including personalized training to suit the individual needs of the veteran they will be placed with.

Some of the many ways service dogs can support veterans is during flashbacks, anxiety attacks, medical emergencies, with memory-related tasks, physical tasks, emotional support, a sense of calm and security, and companionship when it’s needed the most.

These partnerships are life-changing, and life-saving, and the bonds forged between our heroes and their canine best friends, are unbreakable. They help our heroes to live healthy, active, and connected lives, with the dignity they deserve, and all the healing benefits of unconditional love from dogs who understand.

our mission

At Paws of War, we believe in the power of companionship. We bring together veterans, first responders and rescued animals, creating bonds that foster healing and mutual understanding.