Canine Champions for Veterans

08/05/2022

Want to know the science behind how service dogs truly help our vets? Read this.

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2022/07/220727141337.htm

A new analysis dives into the use of service dogs by U.S. veterans who have posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), illuminating factors and mechanisms that may underlie the mental health effects of these relationships.

08/04/2022

The Coast Guard was founded on Aug. 4, 1790! 😮 Let's celebrate all our Coast Guard men and women today!

08/03/2022

What are your favorite service dogs to follow on social media?

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/travel_news/article-11027999/Meet-Finnian-globetrotting-service-dog-antics-turned-social-media-hit.html

Photos and videos of his antics form entries in digital diaries that document his travels. He has over 54,000 followers on Instagram and over 74,000 on TikTok.

08/02/2022

We thank and salute World War II veteran George Dramis. 🇺🇸

https://www.militarytimes.com/veterans/2022/07/31/veteran-honored-for-once-secret-role-in-wwii-ghost-army/

The “Ghost Army” formed in 1944 with a key job: deceive the German military as to the whereabouts of Army divisions.

08/01/2022

We salute our Air Force service members today! If you were in the Air Force or know someone who was, let us know so we can celebrate them! 🇺🇸

07/29/2022

Did you know that the Chaplain Corps predates Independence Day and that chaplains have served in every conflict in American history? Let's celebrate them today for their service!

07/28/2022

Today is National Buffalo Soldiers Day, the holiday celebrating the contributions of some of the earliest African-American troops in the United States military.

National Buffalo Soldiers DayThese troops served on the Western frontier after the Civil War. They served in a variety of ways including security, law enforcement, and other frontier-specific activities. In 1866, Congress passed legislation known as the Army Organization Act, which formalized the creation of six all-Black U.S. Cavalry and infantry units.
*Information from veteran.com

07/27/2022

Today is National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day, when we remember as many as 50,000 American troops who died in the conflict (official sources vary on the actual number), and over 100,000 wounded, and thousands of prisoners of war.

07/26/2022

Did you know that today's National All Or Nothing Day? We can't think of anyone who embodies that more than a U.S. Soldier.

07/25/2022

Are you a veteran looking for a job? Are you a business looking to hire hardworking veterans? Tell us below and spread this post, so we can really make National Hire A Veteran Day a day where some veterans find jobs!

07/22/2022

Happy 102nd birthday to WWII Marine, James O. Smith!

https://www.wlwt.com/article/local-ww2-veteran-james-smith-102-birthday-surprise/40631100 #

A local WWII veteran is celebrating his 102nd birthday with a sweet surprise!

07/21/2022

Reminder: Your service dog has to feel well enough to do its job properly! Managing the heat is vital for your health and theirs.

https://journalstar.com/lifestyles/health-med-fit/panting-pooches-when-summer-heat-is-too-much-for-your-dog/article_19317c7a-20a4-5ef1-91bd-ccd93693638f.html

SUNDAY, July 17, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- Summer is a great time to enjoy the outdoors with your dog, but when the temperatures spike or the fireworks come out, it's

07/20/2022

Williams, who died in June at age 98, is lying in honor in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, a tribute reserved for the nation’s most distinguished private citizens. Only six others have received the honor: civil rights icon Rosa Parks, the Rev. Billy Graham and four Capitol police officers.

https://www.marinecorpstimes.com/military-honor/2022/07/14/congress-salutes-marine-veteran-the-last-wwii-medal-of-honor-recipient/

Only six other private citizens have received the honor: civil rights icon Rosa Parks, the Rev. Billy Graham and four Capitol police officers.

07/19/2022

Happy National Stick Out Your Tongue Day. 🤣🤣🤣

Who ISN'T guilty of snapping a tongue out pic of their service dog?

07/18/2022

"It's been nearly two decades since the cattle rancher was a soldier, but what Frink went through during his three deployments in Iraq and 16 years as a civilian anti-terrorism specialist still haunts him through nightmares, migraines and bouts of hypervigilance. Like far too many veterans suffering from PTSD, that pain nearly drove him to su***de."

https://people.com/human-interest/how-a-herd-of-cattle-helped-iraq-war-veteran-with-ptsd-find-healing/

Marvin Frink, who left the military with injuries to his body and mind, has discovered unexpected joy in cattle farming and in helping other struggling vets

07/08/2022

Congrats to Army veteran Adam Alexander!

https://www.nbc15.com/2022/07/05/wisconsin-veteran-named-dav-veteran-year/

It's been a banner year for Army veteran, Adam Alexander. He was recently named the DAV "Veteran of the Year".

07/07/2022

What does the flag mean to you?

07/06/2022

Congrats and thank you to these Vietnam veterans!

https://www.today.com/video/president-biden-awards-4-vietnam-veterans-with-medal-of-honor-143502917664

President Biden awarded an inspirational group of Vietnam veterans with the nation’s highest military honor on Tuesday. The President honored Dwight Birdwell, Dennis Fuji, John Duffy, and Edward Kaneshiro, saying the men went “far above and beyond the call of duty.”

07/05/2022

Happy 4th of July! We know that today can be stressful for you and your service dog, so we hope you both have a safe and wonderful 4th! 🇺🇸

07/01/2022

Happy International Joke Day! Tell us your favorite dog joke.

06/30/2022

"From whatever life he left behind unwillingly to helping make someone else's life better."

https://www.koaa.com/news/covering-colorado/dumped-to-future-service-dog-the-story-of-bruno

Bruno, a pit bull who is almost one-year-old, was left at a park waiting for owners who dumped him and never came back. Thanks to a local veteran living nearby, Bruno has a new

06/29/2022

This is fascinating!

https://www.startribune.com/how-the-sesame-street-live-estate-turned-into-an-oasis-for-military-veterans/600185457/

Dr. Shawn Alderman spent 31 years in the Army, serving as a Special Forces surgeon and deploying numerous times overseas. After his retirement, his aunt donated her $4 million estate for his newest mission.

06/28/2022

“Unfortunately, sometimes our vets fall through the cracks. And quite frankly, they deserve better, said Oswald. “Our town is gonna work to make it better for our vets and our community.”

https://www.channel3000.com/veterans-hike-24-6-miles-from-beloit-to-edgerton-to-raise-awareness-for-homeless-veterans/

Edgerton Community Outreach is behind the 210 West Fulton Project. The project aims to expand the building, which was built in 1851

06/27/2022

Today, we want to recognize and honor YOUR stories. Please share what you're willing to share about your experience with PTSD.

06/24/2022

"Olean postal worker and armed service veteran Dwayne Jensen will soon make history with his four-legged furry friend, Beau (Bow), as they're going through a long process in having Beau as the first postal service dog."

https://www.wkbw.com/news/local-news/oleans-u-s-postal-service-dog-possibly-the-first-in-the-country

Olean's U.S. Postal Service may be the first in the country to welcome a service dog.

06/23/2022

Did you know that a non-military and unpaid civilian auxiliary exists for only two branches: the Air Force and Coast Guard! A big thank you to all the volunteers of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary!

06/22/2022

Happy 99th Birthday to WWII Veteran Joe Hayes!

https://www.wect.com/2022/06/18/its-just-so-unbelievable-community-surprises-world-war-ii-veteran-his-99th-birthday/

Hayes is a World War II veteran, and celebrated his 99th birthday on Friday. His family planned a surprise drive-by parade for him, but never expected the overwhelming turnout from the community.

06/21/2022

"Generations after generations of Americans have gone to war, backed by a promise that we made to them when they signed up that we would care for them when they got home," Tester said in a floor speech. "Unfortunately, that didn’t happen in the case of toxic exposure. We failed them. This bill is about righting a wrong that has been ignored for just way too damn long."

https://rollcall.com/2022/06/16/senate-passes-major-benefits-expansion-for-sick-veterans/

The Senate passed a bill to expand health care and disability benefits for veterans who served in war zones and later contracted diseases.

06/20/2022

What are we doing to help them?

At Canine Champions for Veterans, we work every day to provide service dogs to veterans suffering from PTSD, at no cost to these me and women who sacrificed to serve our country. Will you help us?
http://bit.ly/cc4vdonate

06/17/2022

On the last day of , take a moment to check on all of the flags you have hanging! Make sure they're all in tip-top shape. 🇺🇸
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