Dogs Ease Veterans’ Trauma at Palo Alto VA center (San Jose Mercury News...
MENLO PARK — The black Labrador retriever knew something was wrong. He refused to leave the side of Sandro Navarro, repeatedly nuzzling the troubled man, trying to comfort him. It was the anniversary...
View ArticleTraining Dogs for Service: Helping Veterans Cope with Distress (News Article)
“A lot of Veterans with PTSD tend to isolate. They don’t engage. They build a defensive wall around themselves so they can feel safe. But dogs have an ability to shatter that wall. They’re friendly and...
View ArticleContinued Support for Hurricane Harvey
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View ArticleCelebrations in Menlo Park
Timmy will continue to serve many Veterans in his new role. Check out our Facebook page to see pictures of the graduation. This was the first Facility Dog graduation ceremony that was held here on VA...
View ArticleSan Diego Veterans Day Parade
At Paws for Purple Hearts it was time to join the country in honoring our veterans and their sacrifices by celebrating Veterans Day. It is this weekend our nation takes time to give thanks to all those...
View ArticleIn the Community
“I am so excited about in the community this morning and our special guest we have joining us from Paws for Purple Hearts” said Jessica Cash from 93.3 WFLS in Fredericksburg, Virginia as CAO Mike...
View ArticleThat’s A Wrap!
With the month of June coming to a close, the Paws for Purple Hearts team is wrapping up a number of different events! As many of you know, we are celebrating our eleventh year as an organization and...
View ArticleIn the Community
As a nonprofit, our community and supporters are the reason we are able to fulfill our mission in helping Warriors. In the last year we have seen immense growth at PPH, including 2 new sites opening,...
View ArticleTunnel to Towers: Our Dogs Went Climbing for a Cause!
How would you like to start your Sunday by climbing 765 stairs? Paws for Purple Hearts said “Sign me up!” Our dogs showed their support for our Veterans and First Responders on April 30th at Tunnel to...
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