
Our Story
Our story began several years ago when a few driven and caring professionals coalesced around a common theme, moved to the core by an up close and personal encounter with what became our cause and mission.
PTSD develops as a normal reaction to a highly abnormal, traumatic situation. The after-effects of combat have lingered with our Veterans/First Responders for far too long, exacting a brutal toll on their lives. Every single day, 22 families in the US lose a military veteran and First Responder which numbers are even higher to suicide linked directly to PTSD. It can take years after exiting the service for post-traumatic stress to be identified, with symptoms often presenting themselves like a moving target. At the same time, more than a million shelter dogs are euthanized annually. K9s on The Front Line’s program saves such dogs, and they in turn save their Veteran/First Responders recipients; both having their second chance at life with more meaning, hope, purpose and partnership than ever.
President and CEO
Vice President/Director of Operations
Board Member
Legal Counsel/Board Member
Secretary
Board Member
Treasurer
Board Member
Board Member
Maine Head Trainer
Head Trainer/Veteran Liaison
Dog Trainer/Ambassador
Co-Founder
Co-Founder
This is an advanced program for Veterans who need a fully trained and certified Service Dog that allows access to all public places as defined by ADA federal law.
This is a more basic program for Veterans who don’t need a fully trained PTSD Service Dog, but would benefit from a well-trained, four-legged companion.
As a nonprofit that provides our services to Veterans completely free-of-charge, financial transparency is important to us.
Check out our blog for upcoming news, events, helpful resources, and more.
SEE MORESign up to receive occasional updates from K9s
on The Front Line.
Any questions or comments?
Contact Us