Running with Purpose: Celebrating Team Semper K9 Athletes At Semper K9 Assistance Dogs, we believe in running for more than just the miles—we run with purpose. Each of our Team Semper K9 athletes is making a difference by fundraising and raising awareness for our mission: providing life-saving service dogs to disabled American veterans, free of…
Semper K9 is proud to announce the acceptance of Hanford into our Service Dogs for Veterans Program. Hanford is an English Lab donated by Sliding G Ranch and named in memory of US Army veteran Earl “Hank” Hanford, Jr. Earl “Hank” Hanford, Jr was born January 21, 1930, in Danbury, CT. Hank was a Veteran…
Semper K9 is excited to announce the acceptance of Mike into our Service Dogs for Veterans Program. Generously donated by Lynn Michaels, Mike is named in memory of Citadel graduate Captain Michael Francis Ritz, U.S. Army. Captain Michael Francis Ritz, U.S. Army, had a short, distinguished military career marked by dedication and valor. Michael was born on February 9,…
Semper K9 is proud to announce the acceptance of Loretta ‘Etta’ into our Service Dogs for Veterans Program. Etta is a Chocolate Lab donated by Graystone Retrievers. Etta is named in memory of Loretta Perfectus Walsh, U.S. Navy. Historical records reflect that on March 17, 1917, the first woman to enlist in the Navy was…
Semper K9 is proud to announce the acceptance of Bonnie into our Service Dogs for Veterans Program. Bonnie is a Chocolate Lab donated by Graystone Retrievers. Bonnie is named in memory of Semper K9 supporter Bonnie L. Aubin. Bonnie was born on July 8, 1967 in Fort Belvoir, Virginia and was the daughter of the…
Semper K9 is proud to announce the acceptance of Stella into our Service Dogs for Veterans Program. Stella is an English Lab donated by Sliding G Ranch. Send a gift to Stella from our Amazon Wishlist: https://bit.ly/4aRa2MX Contribute to Stella’s Training or make a Memorial Gift: Support a Semper K9 Service Dog in Training: Donate
At Semper K9 Assistance Dogs, every service dog’s name carries a story of honor, resilience, and service. Rose, one of our newest service dogs in training donated by Graystone Retrievers, is named in memory of Semper K9 donor, the beloved Betty White—an icon known not only for her comedic brilliance but also for her dedication…
At Semper K9 Assistance Dogs, every service dog’s name carries significance, often rooted in military history, tradition, and values. Sierra, one of our newest service dogs in training donated by Kate King, is no exception. Named after the letter “S” in the NATO phonetic alphabet, Sierra’s name represents more than just a letter—it symbolizes a…
At Semper K9 Assistance Dogs, every service dog in training carries a name that reflects a story of love, dedication, and service. Lolly, one of our promising service dogs in training, is named in memory of Loretta Bernardo, a remarkable woman whose legacy continues to inspire through the lives she touched and the lasting impact…
