Vern and Bella
Vern spent four years in the Navy and served another 16 years in the Army before retiring to the Joplin area. Vern served with multiple tours to Iraq. He is a father of three. Vern and Bella have been graciously sponsored by Petland Charities with the “One of Us” Campaign and their training is paid in full. Thank you to Petland Charities for all of your hard work and dedication and for supporting our mission, as well as Vern and Bella’s Journey.
Our Veteran Carrie has been paired with MJ. Currently, MJ is in his obedience training. They are sponsored by Jack Henry and Associates through the “One of Us” Campaign and their training is already completely paid for. Thank you to the Jack Henry Team and we look forward to seeing what you name our newest K9 in the program!
Jeremy and Nova
Recently entered our program and are sponsored by the Webb City Elk’s Lodge. Jeremy is a Coast Guard Veteran and was a police officer in the Dallas area.
Elke has been sponsored with the “One of Us” Campaign. Elke is in her obedience training and currently does not have a Veteran yet.
Madison and Gunther
Madison joined at 17 and served honorably in the Marine Corps for four years, stationed at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. She currently resides in Arkansas where she attends U of A as a Graphic Designs major. Her K9 is Gunther, a poodle who is currently in his first month of service dog training. Pinnacle Pet has sponsored Madison and Gunther with our “One of Us” Campaign Sponsor. We are so grateful!
Jimmy and Riley
Jimmy is the Director of Heartland Canines for Veterans as well as a prior NCO and Officer in the US Army, serving three tours in Iraq. Jimmy and Riley graduated in November. Their sponsor is “One of Us” Campaign Sponsor Lozier and we Thank you for your support!