Tag Archive for: Warrior Canine Connection

Puppies with a purpose visit VA’s Central Office

Recently, the halls of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Central Office in Washington, D.C., welcomed some very special visitors: six-week-old puppies from Warrior Canine Connection (WCC).

VA employees gathered for smiles, cuddles and a chance to meet the pups. VA leaders, including Deputy Secretary Paul Lawrence and Chief Veterans Experience Officer Lynda Davis, also attended in support of the event and to highlight the meaningful role trained service dogs can play in Veterans’ lives. Read the full VA News story here. 

Want a Second Dog? Trainers Say These 7 Breeds Fit Into Any Home So Easily

There’s no denying that choosing a second dog breed can be tricky as narrowing down the best dogs for multi-dog households isn’t as simple as it may seem. Because of that, bringing a new dog into a home with other pets can be an exciting, but sometimes a challenging experience as well. Read the full story in the Charlotte Observer here.

 

Mission Matters: Bob Ouelette, Warrior Canine Connection

Lisa Williamson sits down for the latest Mission Matters with Army veteran Bob Ouellette. Bob is now involved with Warrior Canine Connection and shares how he came to join this amazing organization, as well as the great work they are doing with veterans who help train service dogs for other veterans. Listen to the Wreaths Across America interview here.

Warrior Canine Connection Enlists Warriors to Train Service Dogs for Fellow Warriors!

Maria Milito of Maria’s Mutts and Stuff Podcast on iHeart chats with Warrior Canine Connection’s Mar Leifeld, Assistant Director of MBTR–Mission Based Trauma Recovery–programs.  They discuss how veterans with PTSD help train puppies to become service dogs for veterans who need one. Warrior Canine Connection says: “One dog can help more than 80 warriors” so give a listen and learn! (This is their third time on Maria’s Mutts & Stuff!) Listen to the full conversation here. 

Boyds-based Warrior Canine Connection helps veterans heal with service dogs

A national shortage of people who raise puppies is delaying the process

Warrior Canine Connection is a national nonprofit that trains and pairs service dogs with veterans. Its goal is to help them recover from post-traumatic stress and reconnect with their families and communities. But a national shortage of people who raise puppies is delaying the process, leaving many veterans waiting.
Check out the full story in BethesdaToday.

Warrior Canine Connection helps veterans heal with service dogs

BOYDS, Md. — Warrior Canine Connection is a national nonprofit that trains and pairs service dogs with veterans. Its goal is to help them recover from post-traumatic stress and reconnect with their families and communities. But a national shortage of people who raise puppies is delaying the process, leaving many veterans waiting. Watch the full story from Capital News Service.

Tugger the service pup visits Delaware Valley veteran’s home

Ahead of Thursday’s First Responders Night at Citizens Bank Park, the Phillies, Team Foster and Warrior Canine Connection joined the beloved Tugger the service pup for a special visit to the Delaware Valley Veteran’s Home to celebrate and honor local vets. Read the full story on MLB.com.

‘He was my reason to stay’: Air Force veteran credits service dog with saving her life

MONTGOMERY COUNTY — September is Service Dog Awareness Month, and WMAR-2 News is taking a closer look at the incredible bond between veterans and their service animals. One veteran’s four-legged partner not only helps her heal, but also saved her life. Watch the full story on WMAR News 2 Baltimore.

Couple Helps Train Service Dogs Amid Nationwide Shortage

For the last ten years, Pat and Jane Hipsley have been volunteering as puppy raisers who open up their home to puppies who will hopefully one day become service dogs. It comes amid a national shortage for volunteer puppy raisers. Saturday TODAY’s Peter Alexander reports. Watch the full story on NBC’s Today.

For each Baltimore Ravens reception, Tito’s Handmade Vodka to donate $100 to veteran service dog nonprofit Warrior Canine Connection

by Marcus Dieterle

There’s another reason for fans to root for the Baltimore Ravens this football season.

For every reception the Ravens make, Tito’s Handmade Vodka will donate $100 (up to $35,000) to Warrior Canine Connection, a nonprofit that trains service dogs for veterans. Read the full story in Baltimore Fishbowl here.

Contact Us

14934 Schaeffer Road
Boyds, MD 20841

(T) 301.260.1111
info@warriorcanineconnection.org


Warrior Canine Connection
is a 501(c)(3)
Nonprofit Organization
# 45-2981579