Our Beginnings
For those coping with PTSD receiving a service dog can be an important step to regaining control of their lives, and a vital part of their healing process.
For most, the day they receive their service dog is a day of renewed optimism and hope for the future.
k9va.org focuses on keeping those feelings alive.
We realize that in order for a service dog to perform its mission the animal will or often will require:
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Up-level or remedial training specific to the temperament of the animal and the unique needs and requirements of the owner.
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Integration as a service dog and not a pet into the owner's immediate and extended family.
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Exercise, proper nutrition and veterinary support to keep the service dog healthy and engaged.
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Information, support and resources for the dog's owner as they maintain a living, breathing member of their family.
k9va.org is committed to developing a grass-roots,
community-based network of individuals and organizations in the Northern Maryland / Greater Baltimore areas who can contribute to and benefit from the support, guidance and resources
of each other.