Our Mission

At Veterans With Dogs, our mission is clear: to empower Veterans to lead more independent lives. We firmly believe in the profound and life-transforming effects that occur when we bring people and dogs together in purposeful partnerships.

Our Vision for the Future

Looking ahead, we are filled with enthusiasm and optimism for the future. We see endless possibilities and opportunities to make an even greater impact in the lives of Veterans through our partnerships with assistance dogs.

These extraordinary canines are not just companions; they are highly trained allies that provide invaluable support, companionship, and assistance to Veterans facing the challenges of mental health conditions.

We invite you to join us on this incredible journey, to share in our passion and commitment to improving the lives of Veterans. Together, we can make a tangible difference and create a brighter future for those who have selflessly served our country.

How You Can Help

By supporting Veterans With Dogs, you become an integral part of our community, united by a common goal of empowering veterans and promoting their well-being. We strive to achieve goals, uplift veterans, and transform lives through the power of partnership.

Together, we can make a lasting impact at Veterans With Dogs.

Thank you for being a part of our shared vision.

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Our Commitment

We are committed to providing exemplary care for our assistance dogs. This commitment extends to:

  • Ensuring the highest standards of training and welfare for our dogs
  • Maintaining rigorous health and wellbeing protocols
  • Continuously improving our practices in line with the latest research and best practices

These values are not just words on a page; they are the principles that guide our daily operations, shape our long-term strategy, and define our organisational culture. By adhering to these values, we ensure that Veterans With Dogs remains true to its mission of supporting veterans through the transformative power of assistance dogs.

Our Founding Values

At Veterans With Dogs, our foundation is built upon three core values that guide every aspect of our work. These principles, expressed in Latin as "Respectum, curam et compassionem habere", are the bedrock of our organisation and shape our approach to supporting veterans and their canine companions.

Respect (Respectum)

We honour the unique journey of every individual:

  • Embracing the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our veterans
  • Crafting personalised support plans to address individual needs
  • Valuing the vital contributions of our staff, volunteers, and supporters

Care (Curam)

Our commitment to exceptional care for our assistance dogs is unwavering:

  • Implementing rigorous training and welfare standards
  • Maintaining comprehensive health and wellbeing protocols
  • Continuously evolving our practices based on cutting-edge research

Compassion (Compassionem)

Empathy and understanding are at the core of our approach:

  • Offering non-judgmental support to veterans and their families
  • Demonstrating patience and kindness throughout our training programmes
  • Extending consideration to every member of the Veterans With Dogs community

These values are not mere words; they are the living, breathing essence of Veterans With Dogs. They guide our daily operations, shape our long-term vision, and define our organisational culture. By staying true to these principles, we ensure that our mission of empowering veterans through the transformative bond with assistance dogs remains at the heart of everything we do.

Join us in upholding these values and making a difference in the lives of veterans across the UK.

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