In the world of service, there are unsung heroes who often go unrecognized for their bravery, loyalty, and sacrifice. Among these heroes are the military and law enforcement K9s, whose unwavering dedication and service play a vital role in protecting...
Meet K9 Bartles the Dutch Shepherd, born Jan 11, 2014. He's been with Sgt S. Christian since 2017. Since his 1st handler was former military, he was also trained as a Service Dog, which makes him very gentle with people and other...
Reggie, a 10-year-old American Labrador mix, has been through quite the ordeal. Reggie's journey began when he admitted to the MedVet Emergency Department on January 31. Initially thought to have a laceration, further examination revealed the true nature of his injury—a...
At Big Barker, we believe every dog deserves comfort, especially those like Jenna, who are on a special journey to become service dogs. Recently, we had the privilege of donating one of our orthopedic beds to Jenna, a 14-month-old Labrador...
Shannon Boggs and her husband were watching TV while home in Virginia when suddenly their dog, Spy, came to alert them. Spy is a Service Dog trained to alert them of their daughter's condition who has Type-1 Diabetes. The dog...
Domenick Scudera is well known around the hallways of Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital. Almost every week, he brings one of his three Therapy Dogs to support the patients there. Cyrus, Lucky, and Deuce all only have two legs and provide hope to...
When a dog was found wandering the streets of Florida, her history was a mystery to the shelter she arrived at. She was soon named Luna by the staff at Walton County Animal Services. After just eleven days at the shelter,...
Mariesa and Chris Hughes first saw Moses at the Seminole County Animal Shelter years ago. Little did they know the impact this sweet dog would have on not just their lives, but hundreds of dogs to come. Moses was a senior...
Hey, I'm Tasia – a wife, mom of three human kiddos, personal trainer, and homeschooler. Dogs have been a part of my life since childhood, and my husband's love for his dog played a key role in winning my heart....
The bond between Willie and Carson has garnered national attention! Willie, a two-year-old lab was adopted by Savannah Stuart in 2021. Born with a rare condition, he had to have both of his eyes removed. Carson, a seven-year-old Australian Shepherd...
Burleigh County Sheriff's Department Patrol Deputy, Brandon Bellerud, represented the best among us during a recent call he was dispatched on. He was called to the local dam and reservoir for a dog that had gone through the ice on...
A police dog in Virginia, was able to bring Christmas joy to a family after finding their lost child. The family had reported their child missing early in the morning on Christmas. Maxa, a German Shorthaired pointer was brought in...
A three-year-old Pit Bull mix named Bolo visited the Hopkinsville Police Department for what was supposed to be a one day trip. However, this trip turned out to be a forever home when he stole the hearts of everyone! Bolo...
A pink, wrinkly puppy was rescued by the Friends of Marshall Animal Shelter (FMAS) earlier this year from dangerous conditions. The dog, later named Duncan, arrived at the shelter in serious pain. His skin was covered head to toe in scabs...
Hank, a three-year-old German Shepherd, is being recognized for the impact he has had on the life of ten-year-old Harrison Brimner. Harrison, who lives in Aliquippa, PA, has autism and Hank assists him with a variety of tasks throughout the...
Volunteers at the Stray Rescue of St. Louis (SRSL) received calls about a wounded dog tied to fence. They rushed to the scene and realized the magnitude of the situation. They discovered the sweetest soul and jumped into help. “His face...
Working in professional sports can put a strain on one's mental and physical health, but that's where Bailey, a 23-month Mini Bernedoodle, comes in! This black and white dog is the NBA's only trained and registered emotional support dog...
Staff Sergeant Thomas Watkins was reunited with his former K9 colleague, Blek, following his retirement from the armed services. Blek was known amongst handlers as a tough dog to manage before meeting Watkins. "That was the issue that they...
Texas-based non-profit, Off The Grid Animal Sanctuary, has focused on the rehabilitation of animals of all sizes for years. Specifically, they hone in on making sure their animals feel safe and cared for. Just a few days ago, a visitor...
The Canton Police Force is welcoming their newest deputy, a five-month-old Golden Lab, named Leo. He will act as the department's very own community service dog, or "feel-good dog" as Capt. Andrew Schiffer calls it. “He puts a smile on everybody's...
Officer Kristine Rzewnicki, of the Leesburg Police in Virginia, has made a impact on her department after discovering the Thin Line Service Dogs nonprofit this past summer. They had always wanted to create a wellness program for the department, and this presented an...
