PALS Impact—Changing Lives across the United Kingdom
Veterans With Dogs leads the way in evidence-led support. Our Partner Animal Life Skills (PALS) Programme is built on more than a decade of British research and real-world success.
These photographs capture the daily transformation British veterans experience with their assistance dogs—from misty moors to sunlit beaches.
Clinical and Social Outcomes (Source: Annual VWD Veteran Survey 2024)
| Outcome | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Improved Mental Wellbeing | 75% |
| Enhanced Independence & Skills | 72% |
| Lasting Social Connection | 70% |
| Durability & Value | 94% |
Improved Mental Wellbeing
75% of veterans report less anxiety and depression, while 80% feel calmer and less isolated. Hope often returns within months of partnership.
Enhanced Independence & Skills
72% regain confidence for shopping, travelling, and socialising—activities many once avoided. Independence builds at each step with their dog’s support.
Lasting Social Connection
70% feel more connected to family, friends, and community. 64% report better communication and healthier relationships.
Durability & Value
94% maintain clinical PTSD improvement after 10 years. Partnerships lower hospital visits and reduce long-term healthcare needs.
The PALS Difference
- Evidence-led: Driven by independent British research and clinical expertise; PALS evolves with each new study.
- Support beyond placement: Lifelong aftercare and tailored mentoring for every partnership.
- Welfare-first for humans and dogs: Only positive, reward-based training. Wellbeing of both veteran and dog is tracked throughout.
- Partnered with the best: NHS clinicians and leading UK researchers keep us at the cutting edge. Learn more about our PALS approach.
“Before I was matched with my assistance dog, I felt isolated and hopeless. Now I have a companion who understands me without words. The bond we share has brought joy and stability to my life—I'm forever grateful.”
Discover the rigorous British research underpinning every step of the PALS approach.
