What We Do
Veterans With Dogs delivers life-changing support through specialist programmes that harness the human–canine bond. Take a closer look below, and find out more about our work.
Assistance Dogs
Highly trained assistance dogs partnered with British Armed Forces veterans living with recognised mental health conditions, supporting daily function, confidence, and independence.
- PALS™ pathway with one-to-one trainer support
- Real-world reliability and public access skills
- Long-term welfare and aftercare guidance
Puppy Programme
Carefully selected puppies nurtured through our structured Puppy Programme to develop resilience, sociability, and task foundations — the bedrock of future assistance work.
- Ethical selection and early socialisation
- Positive, evidence-based training methods
- Assessment milestones and readiness checks
Support Paws (Schools)
A school-based, child-centred initiative for military children, focusing on emotional literacy, confidence, and calm through structured interactions with trained dogs in education settings.
- Calming routines and regulated spaces
- Confidence-building tasks and reading time
- Teacher collaboration and safeguarding practice
Community Dogs
Community-facing engagements where trained dogs and handlers support group activities, outreach, and wellbeing initiatives — building connection beyond individual partnerships.
- Group sessions and peer-support events
- Outreach with local partners and services
- Inclusive, strengths-based activities
How We Help
Our assistance dogs support daily routines, reduce hyper-vigilance and anxiety, and help veterans navigate public spaces with confidence. Practical training gives veterans a non-judgemental partner, makes independent living easier, and builds connections within their communities.
Impact That Lasts
Decades of research shows that our assistance dogs reduce PTSD symptoms, boost wellbeing, and increase independence for veterans. Partnerships with our dogs deliver real, lasting change and improved emotional health.
