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The incredible 7th grade students at Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart in Bethesda, Maryland, combined their passion for community service and a lesson in animal welfare to raise $800 in support of Warrior Canine Connection (WCC). These students not only learned about the importance of animal welfare but also put their knowledge into […]
Unleash the love this Valentine’s Day with WCC’s adorable, service dog-inspired printable cards—free to download and perfect for dog lovers of all ages! Whether you’re looking for a fun activity for kids, a thoughtful touch for classrooms, or a sweet surprise for friends and coworkers, these paw-some designs are sure to make tails wag. Just […]
At WCC, we’ve always believed the bond between humans and dogs goes far beyond companionship—it’s a connection built on love, trust and healing. A new study, “Behavioral and emotional co-modulation during dog–owner interaction measured by heart rate variability and activity,” reveals that during interactions, the hearts of dogs and their owners actually synchronize, beating in […]
If you had the privilege of knowing Shelley Smith, you know what a truly special person she was. She had a gentle, kind spirit that made everyone feel comfortable and she loved every living creature—big and small. Her sudden passing in January has left us all heartbroken and in shock. She meant so much to […]
Not every hero needs a bronze statue or a painted portrait hanging in a prominent building to be remembered. Sometimes a dog will do just fine. Earlier this year, an organization called Warrior Canine Connection announced it was naming a service dog after George Owings III. Read the full story in Southern Maryland News.
A year after being introduced to the public, ‘Jimmy’—a service dog in training—visited the Jimmy Stewart Museum days before Christmas. Jimmy is being trained by Maryland-based nonprofit, Warrior Canine Connection, and is currently in training at Duquesne University. Read more about Jimmy’s journey in the Indiana Gazette.
For Veterans navigating life after military service, programs like Wounded Warrior Project’s (WWP) Project Odyssey provide critical tools for healing and resilience. Through outdoor activities and group-based skill-building, Project Odyssey helps Veterans build resiliency by reconnecting with themselves and others. Project Odyssey is a 12-week program that helps strengthen coping and communication skills through group […]
When the Smith family first met Juanita, a Warrior Canine Connection (WCC) dog who decided a service dog career wasn’t for her, they immediately knew she was the perfect match. What they didn’t expect was that Juanita would not only help them navigate the unique challenges of military life but also bring them an unexpected […]
Please join us in welcoming three “new faces” to Warrior Canine Connection (WCC). Desiree Kirby, Kayla Prince and Laura Osborne all joined our pack this fall. We’re happy to introduce you to each of them below. Desiree Kirby, Business & Human Resources Manager Desiree may be new to our team, but she’s no stranger to […]
After the devastation of Hurricane Helene in late September, we’re glad to share that Warrior Canine Connection’s Asheville, North Carolina, program is back up and fully operational, with all our Veterans safely back in programming. While the Asheville community faces a long road to full recovery—with water access issues, damaged roads and widespread flood impact—our […]
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