The Rescue For PTSD

Happy birthday to our little “Bug”❣️Hailey was the second dog The Rescue For PTSD adopted and trained, and somehow she is 9 years old today ❤️

A big congrats to the Rescue’s Vice President Ed and his pup Milo for passing the American Kennel Club (AKC) Canine Good Citizen test! 🎉🐶 While Milo isn’t a service dog, he’s proud to show off his official “Good Boy” skills wherever he goes. We’re so proud of Ed and Milo for their hard work and dedication! 👏

Service skill spotlight ✨ The blocking technique is one of the first skills we teach every service dog. It's a small movement, but makes a big difference. What skill do you want to learn about next?

Trips to the grocery store are part of everyday life, but for many veterans living with PTSD, a crowded store can be overwhelming. Our pups restore confidence and independence, helping their handlers navigate the world again one outing at a time.

Our very own Shalean was named "Disabled Veteran Outreach Program Specialist of the Year" for 2026 from DAV Department of Texas 🏆 This marks her second time winning this award since 2023! We're so proud of the impact she has on the veterans she advises, and her advocacy has helped grow our Program, creating multiple service teams! Congrats Shalean! You've earned it! 🎉💙

We want to take a moment to thank two of our amazing sponsors St Laurence Catholic Church & Rotary International Their support has changed the lives of our veterans and rescues. We know Evie, Enzo, and Grace are especially grateful! 😊

In honor of PTSD Awareness Day, we want to shed light on what PTSD is and isn't:

❌ It is not weakness
❌ It is not a lack of resilience
❌ It is not something you can “just get over”

✅ It is a real response to real trauma
✅ It can manifest as hypervigilance, anxiety, sleepless nights, and emotional numbness
✅ It can be supported with the help of a trained service animal

At The Rescue for PTSD, we’re committed to helping veterans heal. For many, that healing begins with a service dog trained to provide both emotional and physical support.

Learn how you can be part of that journey: https://rescueforptsd.org/donate/

Beautiful day at the Raven at Three Peaks Golf Club ⛳️☀️ More friends, more socialization, and more adventures for Smoky!