PTSD Service Dogs Save Veteran Lives.
That’s why Dog Chow is on a mission to help more Veterans in need get one.
Why This Cause Matters
Every day, roughly 20 Military Veterans will take their own life in part due to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Which means that Veterans are 14 times more likely to die from suicide here at home than in combat.
PTSD service dogs are scientifically proven to reduce suicidal ideations and PTSD symptom severity in Military Veterans. And yet, these lifesaving dogs are not currently a covered medical benefit for America’s Veterans. Additionally, the need for these highly trained dogs greatly outpaces what our country’s nonprofit training organizations are currently able to supply.
The Dog Chow® Service Dog Salute™ Program Commitment
Donating $1.8 Million
and counting to train more PTSD service dogs
Advocating for Legislation
that will transform the lives of deserving Veterans
Supporting Research
to examine these dogs’ evidence-based impact
Raising Awareness
for the opportunities and challenges that still lie ahead
Help Us Make a Greater Impact
Since 2018, the Dog Chow Service Dog Salute program has been taking action to help more Veterans with a demonstrated need obtain a PTSD service dog. Yet there is still lots of work to be done to get these lifesaving dogs in the arms of every Veteran who needs one. Click below to see the simple ways you can help.