SOLDIER’S BEST FRIEND | TOUCHING 2 LIVES AT ONCE
Soldier’s Best Friend provides United States military veterans living with combat-related Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) with Service or Therapeutic Companion Dogs, most of which are rescued from local shelters. The veteran and dog train together to build a trusting relationship that saves two lives at once, and inspires countless others.
A Service or Therapeutic Companion Dog provides constant support that can make it easier for veterans to readjust to civilian life and manage symptoms such as :
- Panic Attacks
- Depression
- Flashbacks
- Irritability
- Reclusive Behavior
- Anxiety
- Nightmares
- Uneasiness in Crowded Places
- Suicidal Thoughts
THE LIFE CHANGING DIFFERENCE FOR VETERANS
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SOLDIER’S BEST FRIEND | TOUCHING 2 LIVES AT ONCE
Soldier’s Best Friend provides United States military veterans living with combat-related Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) with Service or Therapeutic Companion Dogs, most of which are rescued from local shelters. The veteran and dog train together to build a trusting relationship that saves two lives at once, and inspires countless others.
A Service or Therapeutic Companion Dog provides constant support that can make it easier for veterans to readjust to civilian life and manages symptoms such as :
- Panic Attacks
- Depression
- Flashbacks
- Irritability
- Reclusive Behavior
- Anxiety
- Nightmares
- Uneasiness in Crowded Places
- Suicidal Thoughts
Soldier’s Best Friend is an Arizona-based nonprofit. Currently, training is offered in Phoenix, Tucson, Flagstaff, Prescott and Sierra Vista. On average, veteran/dog teams complete training in 6-9 months. Veterans with a confirmed diagnosis of PTSD or TBI who live in Arizona or are willing to relocate to Arizona for the duration of training are welcome to apply.
THE LIFE CHANGING DIFFERENCE FOR VETERANS
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Graduated 2017
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Graduated 2014
Mike and Maddy
Graduated 2012
Phillip and Taco
Graduated 2017
Tyloe and Lopy
Graduated 2017
Ric and Wilfred
Graduated 2014
Mike and Maddy
Graduated 2012
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