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Clayton Dopke

Clayton Dopke

Clayton was born and raised in New River, AZ. He joined the Army in 2018, and served as a Joint Fire Support Specialist (13F) stationed at Fort Drum in upstate New York. He deployed to Afghanistan in 2020 in support of Operation Freedom’s Sentinel, and upon returning was honorably discharged. Clayton attended Coconino Community College in Flagstaff, AZ, graduating with his Associate of Arts in General Studies. He then transferred to Arizona State University and received his Bachelor of Science in Psychology.


In his free time, he loves to snowboard, skateboard, and scuba dive. Clayton joined the Soldier’s Best Friend team in 2025 as a Program Support Specialist, and is very passionate about providing the highest level of support, professionalism, and guidance to his fellow veterans during their time as a part of the SBF program. 

Our Impact

  • Graduated Veteran/Dog Teams

    443

  • Rescued Arizona Homeless Dogs

    340+

  • Our Goal for Veterans Served in 2025

    225

  • Training Hours Provided in 2024

    3376

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