Amazing dogs help veterans with PTSD - Next Step Service Dogs

 

When a rescue dog with smarts and the right temperament is partnered and trained for a veteran with PTSD, a miracle often happens. A noise, sight, smell, color, or shape can trigger paralysis or a meltdown - this service dog learns to detect these triggers and avert the terror by distracting the veteran, keeping the vet in the here and now, with joy and laughter. Extreme anxiety in public places is dramatically reduced when the dog moves beside, in front, or behind the veteran, creating a protective barrier. Night terrors are interrupted when the dog licks the veteran awake. So join us, support a wonderful mission - save a dog's life, save a veteran's life by donating at www.nextstepservicedogs.org, thank you!