K9s for Warriors

K9s For Warriors Celebrates Milestone Achievement: 1,000 Veterans Paired with Life-Saving Service Dogs

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Friday, March 22, 2024

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This achievement highlights the incredible impact Service Dogs have on the lives of our nation's heroes and their families.

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This achievement highlights the incredible impact Service Dogs have on the lives of our nation's heroes and their families.
Through their collective efforts, the organization has made great strides in its mission set forth by K9s For Warriors founder, the late Shari Duval.
28-year Navy Veteran Charlie was one of the first Warriors to get a Service Dog from K9s For Warriors back in 2011.
"This month marks an extraordinary milestone for K9s For Warriors as we celebrate the graduation of our 1,000th Warrior paired with a life-saving Service Dog –1,000 unique Warrior lives saved," says K9s For Warriors Chief Program Officer Kevin Steele.

According to a New Study, Veterans with PTSD Who Had Service Dogs Showed Healthier Cortisol Levels Compared to Those Without

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

PHOENIX, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New research from The University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine looked at the impact service dogs had on the cortisol levels of veterans suffering from PTSD. The study found that those with service dogs had healthier cortisol levels when compared to those without service dogs. The research, led by Dr. Maggie O'Haire, Associate Dean for Research and Professor at the College of Veterinary Medicine, and Dr. Leanne Nieforth, with the help of K9s For Warriors and funding support from the Dogtopia Foundation, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Purina, provides further evidence of the positive benefits service dogs offer veterans.

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The study found that those with service dogs had healthier cortisol levels when compared to those without service dogs.
The study assessed a total of 161 veterans who had PTSD, 88 who had a service dog and 73 who did not.
The study concluded that overall, veterans with service dogs had stress hormones more like those in healthy adults without PTSD than veterans without service dogs.
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), a key provider for veterans, has been hesitant to allocate funds for service dogs for individuals dealing with PTSD service dogs, citing a lack of clinical evidence substantiating their effectiveness.

RCA Unveils a New Audio, TV Line, and Smart Home Technology at CES 2024

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Monday, January 8, 2024

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RCA's new TV series, in partnership with Treasure Creek, will be shown for the first time ever at CES 2024 and is expected to launch later this year.

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RCA's new TV series, in partnership with Treasure Creek, will be shown for the first time ever at CES 2024 and is expected to launch later this year.
The launch of RCA's first line of smart pet feeders also takes center stage at CES 2024, with connectivity to RCA's Smart Home App solidifying the company's commitment to seamless smart home experiences built for today.
"CES 2024 marks a significant milestone for RCA as we pioneer the next generation of audio, TV, and connected home technologies," said Tony Bozzini, President of RCA.
RCA will also showcase new smart home security cameras, gaming monitors, and tablets in their CES booth (details below).

New Research to Evaluate the Effects of Station Dogs on Mental Health of First Responders

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

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WASHINGTON, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) and Pet Partners today announced funding for a new study to evaluate how resident facility dogs in police stations, also known as "Station Dogs", may impact officers' job-related well-being and mental health. This funding was awarded to a team of researchers at the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine led by Dr. Kerri Rodriguez.

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Our nation's hard-working first responders deserve every form of mental health support, and this research will show how the positive effects of the human-animal bond can be part of that equation.
"Pet Partners is proud to fund this research to evaluate the impacts of trained facility dogs within police stations," said C. Annie Peters, President & CEO of Pet Partners.
"Our nation's hard-working first responders deserve every form of mental health support, and this research will show how the positive effects of the human-animal bond can be part of that equation."
"This research project will provide mental health professionals, human resource professionals and policymakers with important data and best practices to deploy therapy animals in support of our first responders."

MEN'S WEARHOUSE ANNOUNCES NEW STORE OPENING IN BURLINGTON, NC

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

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HOUSTON, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Men's Wearhouse, the largest specialty retailer of menswear and rental products in the United States, today announced the opening of a new store in Burlington, North Carolina at 1451-D University Drive, #1060.

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With its arrival at the University Commons shopping center, Men's Wearhouse now totals 635 locations across the United States.
In addition to their new store expansion, Men's Wearhouse continues to enhance their cutting-edge omnichannel offerings to further its remarkable customer experience beyond its store walls.
In honor of the opening, Men's Wearhouse will host a celebration and official ribbon cutting for the Burlington community at the new store location (1451-D University Drive, #1060) today, December 7, at 10:00 a.m.
The Men's Wearhouse Burlington store is open just in time for customers to explore its expansive menswear collection for both gifts and occasion dressing this holiday season.

K9s For Warriors Earns Top Marks in Charity Rankings as Giving Tuesday Approaches

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

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PONTE VERDA, Fla., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- K9s For Warriors is proud to announce it has received a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator this year, the highest rating the agency awards. Additionally, it has received Platinum recognition from Candid (formerly GuideStar), the organization's highest distinction. K9s has also been rated a top nonprofit by Great Nonprofits.

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The honors come as Giving Tuesday approaches and millions of Americans make decisions about which nonprofit to support.
And the recent recognition from third-party rating agencies shows you can give with confidence to K9s For Warriors.
Those who support K9s For Warriors, remind America's military heroes their fellow Americans have their backs this Giving Tuesday.
Many of the Warriors who graduate from K9s For Warriors say their Service Dog has saved their life.

MEN'S WEARHOUSE ANNOUNCES NEW STORE OPENING IN HARKER HEIGHTS, TX BRINGING HIGH-QUALITY MENSWEAR TO COMMUNITY AND EXCEEDING BRICK-AND-MORTAR EXPECTATIONS

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Friday, November 17, 2023

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With its arrival at Market Heights Shopping Center, Men's Wearhouse now totals 634 locations across the U.S..

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With its arrival at Market Heights Shopping Center, Men's Wearhouse now totals 634 locations across the U.S..
This will mark the second of six new stores scheduled to open over the coming months, the first being a storefront recently opened in Prosper, TX.
In addition to their new store expansion, Men's Wearhouse continues to enhance their innovative omni-channel offerings to enhance its exceptional customer experience beyond its store walls.
The Men's Wearhouse Harker Heights store is open just in time for customers to explore its expansive menswear collection this holiday season.

American Water Charitable Foundation and American Water Military Services Group Continue Partnership with K9s For Warriors

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

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“The American Water Charitable Foundation is delighted to once again partner with K9s For Warriors to support their mission and the wellbeing of our veterans,” said Carrie Williams, President, American Water Charitable Foundation.
“We are incredibly grateful for the support of the American Water Charitable Foundation to further our mission to end veteran suicide,” said K9s For Warriors CEO Carl Cricco.
“We are pleased to collaborate with the American Water Charitable Foundation in continuing our support for K9s For Warriors, an organization that focuses on the veteran community and resonates with our team,” said Sean Wheatley, President, American Water Military Services Group.
“This partnership reinforces our Military Services Group’s mission to provide safe and reliable water and wastewater services to service members and their families on 18 military installations.”
In 2022, the American Water Charitable Foundation, in collaboration with American Water’s Military Services Group, provided a $25,000 State Strategic Impact grant to K9s For Warriors.

MEN'S WEARHOUSE ANNOUNCES LANDMARK $6.5 MILLION DONATION TO U.S. VETERANS DRIVEN BY CUSTOMER CONTRIBUTIONS

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

HOUSTON, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of Veterans Day, Men's Wearhouse announces a $6.5 million contribution to Veteran organizations in support of service members and their families.

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HOUSTON, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of Veterans Day, Men's Wearhouse announces a $6.5 million contribution to Veteran organizations in support of service members and their families.
Through its year-round campaign driving donations in-store alone, Men's Wearhouse saw a record-breaking 1.3 million unique donors, resulting in its largest-ever contribution to honor U.S. Veterans this November.
The retailer remains true to its loyalty to the veteran community by sharing $6.5 million across four causes.
"Men's Wearhouse is committed to uplifting our Veterans and giving them the support they deserve.

NutriSource® To Celebrate Opening of New Facility Dedicated to Training Service Dogs for Veterans and First Responders

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

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PERHAM, Minn., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NutriSource®, one of America's most beloved and trusted pet brands, announced today the opening of The Spot, a new service dog training facility in Greenfield, MN that will provide "Battle Buddies" to veterans and first responders as they bravely follow their path towards healing.

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ft facility features a large training room that can host multiple service dog teams, a breakroom that simulates a home environment where veterans and first responders receive real-life training with their service dogs, and beautifully finished areas for intake, boarding, grooming and administration.
The Spot will identify recipients for service dogs in collaboration with Soldier's 6, a Minnesota-based non-profit that provides active-duty military members, honorably discharged veterans and first responders with specially trained K9s.
Under the direction of former law enforcement officer and The Spot's head trainer Mike Boehmer, The Spot is expected to train as many as 65 service dogs annually.
There is no cost to recipients for their service dogs or training.