K9 PTSD Center

12/30/2025

🚨 FINAL DAYS – K9 LICENSE PLATE PRE-ORDERS CLOSE JANUARY 15, 2026 🚨

This is an important moment for our K9 community.

On January 15, 2026, we will officially close the K9 License Plate pre-order program and submit the order to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

🐾 What does this mean?
✔️ This is your LAST chance to pre-order a plate
✔️ Last chance to reserve a plate number
✔️ Last chance to be part of the founding supporters who made this program possible

After January 15:
➡️ Plates will go into production
➡️ We will no longer be able to accept orders or reserve numbers
➡️ The plates will later be sold directly through the RMV, without the pre-order benefits

❤️ Every plate represents support for the Military & Police K9 heroes who served, sacrificed, and now deserve lifelong care.
❤️ This program exists because of YOU—the people who stood up for K9s when they needed it most.

If you’ve been waiting… this is the moment.
If this cause matters to you… don’t miss your chance.

⏳ PRE-ORDER DEADLINE: JANUARY 15, 2026 6-8months for production
🐕‍🦺 Honor a K9 Hero
🚔 Support Dakota’s Law
🚗 Carry their legacy every day

K9 PTSD Research Center is a 501-C-3 Non-Profit; At the heart of our mission is a clear focus: to treat and heal canines suffering from C-PTSD (Canine Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder).

12/17/2025

🚨 Act Now — Final Days to Order!
Limited-Edition “Supporting the K9s of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts” License Plate

🛑 Time is almost up. This is your final opportunity to order.

The official order for these plates will be submitted to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts on January 15, 2026.
Once submitted to the state, we will NOT be able to accept any additional orders.

These limited-edition specialty license plates directly support the mission of the K9 PTSD Research Center, helping provide lifelong care, rehabilitation, and advocacy for the police and military K9 heroes who served the Commonwealth.

Why Order Now

🔹 Directly supports K9 therapy, rehabilitation, and research
🔹 Raises awareness for K9 PTSD and proper post-service care
🔹 Honors the K9s who protect our communities every day
🔹 Strictly limited availability — orders close permanently on January 15, 2026

📅 Final Deadline: January 15, 2026
After this date, no further orders can be accepted under any circumstances.

How to Order

👉 Visit: www.k9ptsd.org/plate
👉 Complete your order before January 15, 2026

🐾 Every plate ordered is a visible commitment to protecting and honoring K9 heroes across Massachusetts.

⏳ Act now — once we submit the order to the state, the opportunity is gone.

K9 PTSD Research Center is a 501-C-3 Non-Profit; At the heart of our mission is a clear focus: to treat and heal canines suffering from C-PTSD (Canine Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder).

11/30/2025

We want to thank all of you for your incredible support and generosity toward the heroes in our care. 🐾❤️
During this season of gratitude, charity, and kindness, we are reminded every day that our mission is only possible because of you. 🙏🍂

Your donations, encouragement, and unwavering belief in our work allow us to continue providing lifesaving care, rehabilitation, and dignity to the K9 heroes who have served our communities and our country. 🇺🇸🐕‍🦺

From all of us at the K9 PTSD Research Center — thank you for standing with us, supporting us, and believing in these remarkable warriors. 🐾💙

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Veterans Day Tribute 🇺🇸
On this Veterans Day, we honor all those who have served and continue to serve our nation. They never serve alone — standing faithfully beside them are their loyal K9 partners, always ready to protect our country.

Today we proudly feature K9 Dex, a true hero we had the honor of returning to his handler — the hero he served beside. Together, they remind us what courage, loyalty, and love for country truly mean. 🐾❤️🇺🇸

10/24/2025

🇺🇸🐾 Welcome K9 Zekk (pronounced “Zeek”)!

We are honored to welcome K9 Zekk, a true hero to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Over the past two years, K9 Zekk has helped train more than 22,000 first responders in Nero’s Law alongside the Massachusetts State Police — ensuring that K9s injured in the line of duty receive the same lifesaving emergency care as their human partners.

Now joining us through our Furever Program, K9 Zekk begins a well-earned new chapter of rest, love, and appreciation among fellow heroes. His service has made a lasting impact that will continue to save lives for generations of K9s to come.

Let’s give K9 Zekk the warmest welcome he deserves! 💙🐾



State Representative Steve Xiarhos
Massachusetts State Police

10/23/2025

💛 A Once-in-a-Lifetime Moment at the K9 PTSD Research Center 💛

We witnessed something truly extraordinary — a reunion six years in the making. After serving side by side in war, a brave K9 and his handler were separated… until now.

Through the dedication and compassion of our team, they are finally back together again. 💫

This heartwarming story reminds us why we do what we do. For most of our heroes, once they arrive at the Center, they never leave — this reunion was a rare and deeply emotional moment for all of us.

We are beyond honored to be part of this incredible chapter in both of their lives. 💙🐾

SEEKONK, Mass. (WLNE) — Tactical Sergeant Russell Ferguson and K-9 Dex served for years together overseas, and after six years apart, they were reunited Saturday morning in Seekonk. K-9 PTSD Research Center founder James LaMonte said this is the first time in his organization’s history that a K-...

10/20/2025

Military Hero K9 Kalo checking in to make sure you're surviving Monday like a champ 🐾💪
He’s already completed three tactical naps, two snack missions, and had one heated standoff with a rogue squirrel—so he’s definitely winning the day! 😆

Stay strong out there, civilians — Mondays don’t stand a chance when you channel your inner K9 Kalo! 🦴🇺🇸

10/14/2025

🐾 Congratulations to K9 Officer Erik Blair & K9 Warner! 🐾

We are proud to announce that K9 Officer Erik Blair and K9 Warner of the Springfield Police Department have been awarded K9 Handler of the Year for 2026!

With a remarkable record of service, this incredible team has been instrumental in locating over $1 million in illegal narcotics, tracking violent offenders, and finding lost children — true heroes who exemplify dedication and excellence in serving the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Join us this May 2026 at Skipper’s Chowder House in South Yarmouth for the award presentation during the Yarmouth Police Blue 5K Race.

Come celebrate these outstanding achievements and honor those who protect and serve our communities every day. 💙🐾


K9 Flexx and Retired/Police K9 Mr. Warner.
State Representative Steve Xiarhos
Springfield Police Department

10/06/2025

🐾 K9 Hulk Wants to Know... Have YOU Ordered Your K9 Plate Yet? 🚔

Meet K9 Hulk, who proudly served the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a Tactical Entry K9 for the Massachusetts State Police.
After years of service protecting our communities, Hulk now thrives at the K9 PTSD Research Center, living the life he truly earned — a hero’s life.

Now, you can honor heroes like Hulk by per-ordering the Official Massachusetts K9 Heroes License Plate!

🔹 Available Now for Pre-Order
🔹 $40.00 for Two Years
🔹 Funds support retired Police and Military K9s across the Commonwealth

💡 IMPORTANT:
UPDATE-Current total as of this post is 1754 per-orders
The final plate design and color are subject to change pending production approval by the Commonwealth. Once we reach 3,000 per-orders, plates will enter official manufacturing — estimated 8–10 months after the goal is met.

Every order brings us closer to honoring the service, loyalty, and sacrifice of our K9 heroes who protect and serve Massachusetts every day.

🐾 Order yours today and show your support!
👉www.k9ptsd.org/plate

K9 PTSD Research Center is a 501-C-3 Non-Profit; At the heart of our mission is a clear focus: to treat and heal canines suffering from C-PTSD (Canine Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder).

09/28/2025

We are deeply grateful to State Representative Steve Xiarhos and Carlos Gonzalez State Representative, Steven Howitt for State RepresentativeSenator Kelly Dooner for standing with us in support of Dakota’s Law, and to all the Representatives who have joined in backing this powerful and much-needed legislation. Dakota’s Law was born out of the love and sacrifice of our K9 heroes here at the K9 PTSD Research Center we see firsthand the struggles they carry long after their service ends.

Your support ensures that these brave dogs — who gave everything to protect us — finally have a voice. Together, we are honoring their service, protecting their future, and showing them the gratitude they have always deserved. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you.

We ask everyone reading this to please contact your local Representative and urge them to stand with Dakota’s Law. Every voice matters, and together we can make sure our heroes are never forgotten.

https://www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/neros-law-dakotas-law-police-k9s-massachusetts/

State Representative Steve Xiarhos
WBZ / CBS News
Boston Police Department (Official)
Webster Police K9 Unit
K9 Flexx and Retired/Police K9 Mr. Warner.
Springfield Police Department
Massachusetts State Police

Massachusetts legislators are proposing two bills that would help protect injured and retired police K9s.

09/14/2025

Official Mass K9 License Plate Available now!

After years of development, we are thrilled to share that the official K9 Heroes License Plate has been approved by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts! (The final design is subject to change, not the design itself, the coloring within the design.)
It’s been a long wait, but now you can proudly show your support for the K9s who bravely serve our Commonwealth every day. With over 3,500 votes cast, this design was chosen by you—the community—with an overwhelming 80% of the vote.
A note about the design: because the plate has very limited space, we were only able to feature two heroes to represent the working dog world. The letters “SG” honor K9 Sergeant Sean Gannon, and the featured breeds stand as symbols for the many others. While the design could not include every breed, we want to be clear—Labs, Dutch Shepherds, German Shepherds, Malinois, and every working dog are heroes we recognize each and every day.
Before placing your order, please make sure to read all the details carefully on the order page. We must reach 3,000 pre-orders before the plates will be released to the state for production.
Now it’s time to make history. Let’s hit 3,000 orders in the next 30 days. We’ve done all we can—now the rest is up to you. The cost of the plate will be $40.00.
Together, let’s honor our heroes and make history.

Gannon
State Representative Steve Xiarhos
State Senator Kelly Dooner
Steven Howitt for State Representative
Carlos Gonzalez State Representative
Yarmouth Police Dept.
Yarmouth Police Foundation
Massachusetts State Police
Webster Police K9 Unit
Springfield Police Department
Boston Police Department (Official)
Worcester Police Department (Official)

09/05/2025

✨ A Hero Reuniting with a Hero ✨
Meet MWD K9 Dex/A332 EDD — a true American hero. 💙🐾
K9 Dex gave everything for our country. He served 3 tours in Iraq and 3 tours in Afghanistan as an Explosives Detection Dog protecting his fellow Soldiers, Airmen and Marines saving countless lives.
After years of service, his story almost ended in heartbreak —K9 Dex was scheduled to be euthanized. 💔
But fate had other plans. His former handler — his battle partner, his best friend — found out and refused to let K9 Dex’s story end this way. Even while deployed overseas, he stepped in to save him, his handler entrusted us to keep K9 Dex safe and to give him the war decompression therapy he needs until the day they are reunited.
Now, after six long years apart, these two heroes will finally be together again. 🐕❤️👨‍✈️
We’ll be sharing their powerful reunion in the coming months. Stay tuned — this is one you won’t want to miss.
Because heroes never forget each other.

Military Dog Handlers