A prevailing myth in America lies in the widespread belief that Uncle Sam takes care of everything for veterans. For healthcare and other needs the government covers all the costs, right? Not true.

The dogs train for the specific needs of the person they’re working with, but are all taught to disrupt panic attacks and help veterans feel safer in stressful situations. Northwest Battle Buddies ...

A Missouri House committee learned about a valuable heartland service designed to train service dogs to help both veterans and families with severely autistic children. "Our mission is to change lives ...

An Air Force veteran says she has been denied service at local businesses because of her service dog, and she hopes sharing her story will help raise awareness.

FREMONT, Ohio — Fremont veteran Eli Semer and his service dog Memphis are being honored in the VFW Still Serving Campaign for their service after the military. Semer, president of the VFW Ohio Riders ...

A U.S. Army veteran in Chicago's southwest suburbs received a surprise of a lifetime on Veterans Day. He was presented with a service dog -- a companion that he said will help support and change his ...

NAPERVILLE, Ill. (WGN) – Jim Hertz, who served in Afghanistan, has helped train dogs for other service members. On this Veterans Day, he was surprised with a dog of his own. Hertz thought he was at ...

LONG ISLAND (PIX11) — This holiday season, eight military veterans and first responders with disabilities are receiving the greatest gift of all – independence. The heroes from across the country are ...

This Able Veteran will host its first-ever gala fundraiser, the Sweethearts & Service Dogs Valentine’s Gala, on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.