BAY AREA GRADUATION
On July 22nd, we were honored to celebrate the graduation of three Assistance Dogs: Chapman, Reid, and Booth aboard the USS Hornet.
BAY AREA ASSISTANCE DOG GRADUATION
This Summer, we are thrilled to announce that we have the opportunity to host an Assistance Dog Graduation aboard the USS Hornet on July 22nd at 11am! Join us for this once in a lifetime event
EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT: NEW TRAINING EQUIPMENT
This Spring our Bay Area site was lucky enough to receive a donation of new training equipment from Jared, a local Boy Scout, for his Eagle Scout project. In line with the overarching goals for an Eagle Scout project, Jared has worked hard to prepare, plan, fundraise, and create the training items.
DOGS IN FLIGHT
With air travel being the biggest form of long distance travel, airport training is a necessary part of any Service Dog’s education.
THANK YOU, VIRGINIA NATURAL GAS!
Virginia Natural Gas, in line with their long history of supporting Veterans, donates to Paws for Purple Hearts to support Ohana, a Service Dog-in-training. Their generous $5,000 donation allows
IN THE COMMUNITY
As a nonprofit, our community and supporters are the reason we are able to fulfill our mission in helping Warriors. In the last year we have seen immense growth at PPH, including 2 new sites
GIRL SCOUTS LEND A HELPING HAND
Girl Scouts from troop 61707 visited the Bay Area site this Summer to help with puppy socialization and a few volunteer activities. They generously donated a variety of supplies for the volunteer
GRADUATION BELLS
This month marks one year since the first ever San Diego Service Dog graduation! As we hit the one year mark, we can’t help but reminisce about last year’s graduation and this past year’s triumphs.
SUPPORTING WARRIORS THIS INDEPENDENCE DAY
As Independence Day approaches, many are preparing their holiday festivities. Along with barbeques and parties, we ask that you join us in supporting our Nation’s Warriors as you celebrate the
FUN IN THE SUN
Looking to beat the heat with your four-legged friend? Summer heat can sometimes make outside playtime difficult. Despite the weather, dogs need fun, exercise, and enrichment all year long.
BEING A PUPPY PARENT
Have you ever wondered what it is like to be a Puppy Parent to a future Service Dog? Puppy Parents are an indispensable element of our Service Dog training program and prepare our service