K9s For Warriors
4.6 from 122 reviewsAddress 114 Camp K9 Rd, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32081
Phone Number +19046861956
Description K9s For Warriors is the Nation’s Largest Provider of Service Dogs for Veterans. Determined to end veteran suicide, K9s For Warriors provides highly-trained Service Dogs to military veterans suffering from PTSD, traumatic brain injury and/or military sexual trauma. With the majority of dogs coming from high-kill rescue shelters, this innovative program allows the K9/Warrior team to build an unwavering bond that facilitates their collective healing and recovery. K9s For Warriors exists because of a fierce dedication to saving the lives of both veterans and rescue dogs. This program is backed by scientific research and empowers veterans who fought for our freedom to live a life of dignity and independence.
Website http://www.k9sforwarriors.org/
A Google User
I became aware of K9's for Warriors several years ago. After researching the organization and the work that they do, I decided to support the organization. The K9's trains dogs to work with veterans in need of support, PTSD being a big reason for needing help. The organization now has several facilities for different functions. The main facility is in Ponte Vedra, Florida. As we were in Jacksonville, we scheduled a tour of the facility. We saw how the trainers work with the dogs, many of whom are rescued dogs, the kennels for the dogs and some of the facilities for the veterans also being trained on how to use the dogs to their best advantage. Elizabeth Reeger was our tour guide. She is an enthusiastic, dedicated supporter of the program and very knowledgeable about the details. After learning more about the program and what it has accomplished, we left knowing that this organization is doing a great job to help veterans. The organization is expanding rapidly, now with about 110 employees, and working to expand their ability to work with more veterans and train more of the dogs for this service. It is an outstanding group of people helping former military personnel returning to the States and having problems adjusting to civilian life after having served in stressful conflicts around the world.
A Google User
Beautiful facility for a great cause. Glad they are able to help some dogs from shelters and partner them with veterans. Wish we could interact with the dogs more but understand why we can't. Definitely a great place to volunteer to help.
A Google User
The staff here is amazing! Please call ahead for a tour. If you are thinking of what to do to do more for your community, ask about volunteering and call for more info. If you like donating, come in and see what this organization is all about. You can literally see results of your donations. Call ahead and see you soon.
A Google User
I had a highly disappointing experience at K9s for Warriors. I felt like my family was being discriminated against due to having young children. The handlers were hesitant to let dogs interact with my kids, making the adoption process difficult. The event was disorganized, and once we found a dog we liked, obtaining necessary paperwork was a challenge. The communication about adopting a dog without my husband present was confusing, and despite rushing to bring our other dog, the chosen dog was adopted just 15 minutes after I left. This left my children devastated, and overall, it was a frustrating and upsetting experience.
A Google User
They told me that I am ineligible because my family are immigrants and that I "go to Colombia to get illegal drugs." I am traumatized beyond words.
A Google User
This is the best help I've had with PTSD. Being paired up with my battle buddy Cowboy has helped me start to live life again.
Business Hours
Monday:09:00AM - 17:00PMTuesday:09:00AM - 17:00PMWednesday:09:00AM - 17:00PMThursday:09:00AM - 17:00PMFriday:09:00AM - 17:00PMSaturday:ClosedSunday:Closed
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
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