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# Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs

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- [Can I Leave My Service Dog at Home?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/can-i-leave-my-service-dog-at-home/) - Learn all about the rules and regulations surrounding service dogs, and why leaving your service dog at home is not recommended.
- [How Our Service Dogs Assist People with PTSD](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/how-our-service-dogs-assist-people-with-ptsd/) - Service dogs can provide a wide range of support for people with PTSD. This condition impacts portions of the brain that regulate emotions and fear responses. It is characterized by high anxiety, panic attacks, brittle emotions, debilitating triggers, and re-experiencing traumatic events through flashbacks and/or night terrors. It is common in veterans and first responders
- [Featured Recipient Regis and Cheyenne](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-regis-and-cheyenne/) - Meet our featured recipient Regis and his medical service dog. Read their story here to see how service dogs improve the lives of their owners.
- [In the Spotlight Blake Sowers](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-blake-sowers-2/) - Learn more about Blake Sowers, Kennel Master at Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs and US Army Veteran, who joined the Guardian Angels team in July 2022.
- [Message From Our Founder-June](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-june/) - Learn about how service dogs can help individuals living with PTSD during June's PTS Awareness Month from our founder.
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Awarded $700,000 Florida Appropriation](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-awarded-700000-florida-appropriation/) - Guardian Angels receives $700,000 in Florida funding to restore its Williston campus and expand service dog training for veterans.
- [The Art of Matching: How We Pair Service Dogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/the-art-of-matching-how-we-pair-service-dogs/) - Learn about our thorough and personalized approach to pairing service dogs with their recipients, ensuring a successful and lifelong partnership. Contact us today to find your perfect match!
- [Public Access Confidence: Handling Distractions, Crowds, and Everyday Challenges](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/public-access-confidence-handling-distractions-crowds-and-everyday-challenges/) - Learn how service dogs are trained to stay calm through crowds, distractions, and everyday challenges while helping recipients gain confidence and independence.
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs to Host Pawtumn Bark-A-Que Fundraiser Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-to-host-pawtumn-bark-a-que-fundraiser-saturday-oct-3-2026/) - Support medical service dogs at Pawtumn Bark-A-Que Oct. 3 in Washington County with food, music, fall fun, and community giving.
- [What Makes a Great Service Dog Candidate? Temperament, Confidence, and Work Drive](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/what-makes-a-great-service-dog-candidate-temperament-confidence-and-work-drive/) - Selecting the right dog to become a medical service dog is a vital process that involves a variety of critical factors, from temperament to breed and size, learn more here!
- [Veteran Mental Health and Service Dogs: What Research Suggests and What Programs Provide](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/veteran-mental-health-and-service-dogs-what-research-suggests-and-what-programs-provide/) - Learn what research says about service dogs and veteran mental health, including PTSD support programs and available resources from Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs.
- [Service Dog vs Emotional Support Animal: Public Access, Travel, and Everyday Scenarios](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/service-dog-vs-emotional-support-animal-public-access-travel-and-everyday-scenarios/) - Learn the real differences between service dogs and emotional support animals—public access rules, travel, housing, and everyday scenarios so you know what to expect.
- [Dan & Jet: Regaining Restful Nights ](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/dan-jet-regaining-restful-nights/) - Learn how Dan's medical service dog, Jet, has helped him regain better sleep and so much more.
- [Celebrate National Puppy Day with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/celebrate-national-puppy-day-with-guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs/) - National Puppy Day is March 23rd, and we're celebrating the very first step in a journey that leads to life-changing pairings for veterans, first responders, and civilians living with disabilities. Those wagging tails and lots of kisses? They're not "just puppies." They're future medical service dogs in the making, and at Guardian Angels, their training
- [Celebrating Mary Jo Brandt's 10-Year Anniversary With Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/celebrating-mary-jo-brandts-10-year-anniversary-with-guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs/) - Learn more about the lasting impact Mary Jo Brandt has had on the Guardian Angel Medical Service Dog's mission.
- [Sponsor a Service Dog: What Your Support Makes Possible](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor-a-service-dog-what-your-support-makes-possible/) - Learn how sponsorship funds a service dog’s journey, selection, multi-year training, matching, and follow-up so recipients pay nothing. Learn more and help here!
- [Veteran Suicide Prevention is Falling Short in Southwestern PA](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/veteran-suicide-prevention-is-falling-short-in-southwestern-pa/) - Veteran suicide is a crisis in PA. Learn how task-trained medical service dogs provide daily, proven support that reduces risk and saves lives.
- [What Every Dog Owner Should Know About Service Dogs and Public Safety](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/what-every-dog-owner-should-know-about-service-dogs-and-public-safety/) - Service dogs are vital medical partners. Learn how responsible pet ownership helps keep service dog teams safe in public spaces.
- [Holiday Safety Tips for Service Dogs: What Recipients and the Public Should Know](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/holiday-safety-tips-for-service-dogs-what-recipients-and-the-public-should-know/) - Stay informed this holiday with essential tips for service dog recipients. Learn how to protect service dogs from seasonal hazards, respectful etiquette, and more!
- [Message from Our Founder - 2025: A Year of Life-Changing Service](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-2025-a-year-of-life-changing-service/) - From expanded programs to national recognition, 2025 was a year of growth and impact for Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs.
- [Featured Recipient: Cara & Connie Awarded at the Concert of Light for Veterans](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-cara-connie-awarded-at-the-concert-of-light-for-veterans/) - Veteran Cara and her service dog Connie received a $10,000 MAP award after years of hardship. Support veterans like her through Guardian Angels.
- [Ways to Give Back This Holiday Season](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ways-to-give-back-this-holiday-season/) - Make a life-changing impact this holiday season. Support Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs through donations, sponsorships, or volunteering.
- [Understanding the Difference Between Visible and Invisible Disabilities](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/understanding-the-difference-between-visible-and-invisible-disabilities/) - Explore the powerful differences between visible and invisible disabilities, why awareness matters, and how service dogs transform lives.
- [Service Dog Public Access Skills: Navigating Real-World Distractions](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/service-dog-public-access-skills-navigating-real-world-distractions/) - Discover how Guardian Angels trains service dogs to stay focused and calm amid real‑world distractions, empowering recipients to navigate life confidently.
- [Guardian Angels NAMED FINALIST FOR THE 2025 DEFENDER SERVICE AWARDS, PRESENTED BY CHASE](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-named-finalist-for-the-2025-defender-service-awards-presented-by-chase/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs named finalist in 2025 Defender Service Awards, honoring their life-changing support for veterans & first responders
- [Service Dog Communication: How Dogs Alert to Medical Changes](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/service-dog-communication-how-dogs-alert-to-medical-changes/) - Service dogs at Guardian Angels use scent and behavior detection to give recipients life-saving alerts and greater independence every day.
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Receives $60,000 Gift to Support Service Dog Medical Care](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-receives-60000-gift-to-support-service-dog-medical-care/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is proud to announce that it has received a generous $60,000 donation to its Recipient Veterinary Relief Fund from long-time donor and friend of the organization, Karen Hilburn. This plan covers the costs of all medical care for service dogs at no cost to the 89 recipients it currently serves
- [Featured Recipient: Adam & Buddy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-adam-buddy/) - When Adam was first introduced to Buddy, his Guardian Angels Medical Service Dog, he wasn’t sure what to expect. Buddy was Adam’s very first service dog, and he wondered if there would be an instant connection. Those worries disappeared the moment they met. "I didn’t know what to expect as he is my first service
- [September Is Suicide Prevention Month: How Guardian Angels Is Making a Difference](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/september-is-suicide-prevention-month-how-guardian-angels-is-making-a-difference/) - At Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, we are dedicated to changing lives through the power of service dogs. This September, during National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, we're reminded of the heartbreaking reality: approximately 22 veterans die by suicide each day in the U.S. First responders are also at significantly higher risk of PTSD and depression, and across
- [The Ripple Effect: How Service Dogs Improve Family Dynamics & Relationships](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/the-ripple-effect-how-service-dogs-improve-family-dynamics-relationships/) - Service dogs change more than one life—they bring families closer. Discover the ripple effect these dogs have on relationships and home life.
- [Guardian Angels Expands Mutt Strut Nationally to Support More Veterans and First Responders](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-expands-mutt-strut-nationally-to-support-more-veterans-and-first-responders/) - Join the National Mutt Strut to support veterans and first responders with service dogs—walk anytime, anywhere Oct. 10–22, 2025!
- [The Impact of Service Dogs for Veterans and First Responders](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/the-impact-of-service-dogs-for-veterans-and-first-responders/) - Veterans, firefighters, law enforcement, and emergency medical professionals face mental and emotional demands that not many others experience. Their roles require them to manage life-threatening emergencies, process traumatic events, and maintain composure under immense pressure. Over time, these stressors can accumulate and significantly affect mental well-being. One method of mitigating these issues is the use
- [Can Service Dogs Work in Extreme Weather? Keeping Them Safe in Heat and Cold](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/can-service-dogs-work-in-extreme-weather-keeping-them-safe-in-heat-and-cold/) - Service dogs are life-changing, task-trained "medical devices with a heartbeat" for individuals living with a disability. Whether guiding veterans with PTSD, alerting them to seizures, or assisting with mobility impairments, these dogs are on duty day and night in all weather conditions. Unlike pet dogs, who can stay indoors when the weather is too hot
- [Continue Your Lifesaving Legacy: Bank Accounts, Investments, and CDs & Life Insurance](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/continue-your-lifesaving-legacy-bank-accounts-investments-and-cds-life-insurance/) - In last month's newsletter, we explored two of the most simple and powerful ways to create a legacy of support for Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs: Wills & Trusts and Beneficiary Designations in our article titled "Celebrate National Legacy Day: Leave a Lifesaving Legacy with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dog." If you missed that article, you
- [PTSD Awareness Month: How Service Dogs Help People with PTSD](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ptsd-awareness-month-how-service-dogs-help-people-with-ptsd/) - June is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month. This month and every month, we at Guardian Angels are committed to fighting the stigma around PTSD and providing our unwavering help and support to all those battling this invisible disability. Approximately 72% of all our service dog recipients suffer from PTSD. We specifically train our dogs
- [15 Years of Transforming Lives](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/15-years-of-transforming-lives/) - Explore highlights from our 15th Anniversary Celebration—a heartfelt evening honoring the powerful bonds between our service dogs and the individuals they serve. These moments reflect our mission, our milestones, and the community that makes it all possible.
- [Celebrate National Legacy Day: Leave a Lifesaving Legacy with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/celebrate-national-legacy-day-leave-a-lifesaving-legacy-with-guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs/) - Leave a legacy this National Legacy Day. Learn how bequests and beneficiary designations can support Guardian Angels’ lifesaving mission.
- [Mint Condition – Our 15th Anniversary Challenge Coin](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/mint-condition-our-15th-anniversary-challenge-coin/) - Celebrate 15 years of lifesaving impact with Guardian Angels. Donate $150+ by June 30 to receive our limited-edition challenge coin.
- [How Service Dogs Support First Responders with PTSD and Trauma Recovery](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/how-service-dogs-support-first-responders-with-ptsd-and-trauma-recovery/) - Discover how service dogs help first responders heal from PTSD and trauma—offering vital support, comfort, and a path to recovery with Guardian Angels.
- [Bill Flanagan to Emcee Anniversary Event](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/bill-flanagan-to-emcee-anniversary-event/) - PITTSBURGH, PA – On Saturday, May 17, 2025, Pittsburgh will gather for a night of storytelling, resilience, and community at An Evening of Inspiring Tales and Tails, an extraordinary celebration hosted by Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs to mark its 15th anniversary of changing lives through service dogs. At the heart of this inspiring evening
- [Improved Care and Lower Costs – Guardian Angels’ On-Site Vet Hospital](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/improved-care-and-lower-costs-guardian-angels-on-site-vet-hospital/) - Guardian Angels' new on-site vet hospital boosts care and cuts costs, ensuring service dogs receive top-quality treatment faster, safer, and more affordably.
- [Highest Honors Awarded to GAMSD for Donor Trustworthiness](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/highest-honors-awarded-to-gamsd-for-donor-trustworthiness/) - We’re proud to announce that Guardian Angel Medical Service Dogs (GAMSD) has earned the 2025 Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid, the world’s largest source of nonprofit information. This prestigious designation represents the highest level of recognition offered by Candid (formerly known as GuideStar). What does this mean for you as a supporter? It’s third-party validation that GAMSD
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Celebrates 15 Years of Transforming Lives with Special Event](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-celebrates-15-years-of-transforming-lives-with-special-event/) - Join Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs as we celebrate 15 years of changing lives with service dogs. Learn about our special anniversary event and impact!
- [Author and Medal of Honor Recipient Kyle Carpenter to Deliver Keynote Address at Pittsburgh Event](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/author-and-medal-of-honor-recipient-kyle-carpenter-to-deliver-keynote-address-at-pittsburgh-event/) - PITTSBURGH, PA- March 18th, 2025– Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs (GAMSD) is honored to welcome Author, Medal of Honor recipient, and U.S. Marine veteran Kyle Carpenter as the keynote speaker for its 15th Anniversary Event, “Inspiring Tales & Tails,” taking place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at The Event Center at Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh,
- [How Service Dogs Handle Distractions in Public Places](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/how-service-dogs-handle-distractions-in-public-places/) - Service dogs stay focused in busy environments. Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs explains their training and how they handle public distractions.
- [Make Your Birthday More Meaningful!](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/make-your-birthday-more-meaningful/) - Birthdays are a time for cake, gifts, and celebration, but what if you could make yours even more meaningful this year? Creating a Birthday Fundraiser allows you to turn your special day into an opportunity to give back. Instead of gifts, ask your family and friends to donate to Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. Their
- [Medal of Honor Recipient to Give Keynote Speech on May 17th](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/meet-medal-of-honor-recipient-kyle-carpenter-this-may/) - We are honored to announce that Medal of Honor recipient and author Kyle Carpenter will speak with Guardian Angels supporters this May at our anniversary event in Pittsburgh. The Medal of Honor is our country’s highest military honor, and we invite you to join us on May 17th in Pittsburgh to meet Kyle and hear
- [Featured Recipient: Matthew and Skipper](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-matthew-and-skipper/) - Matthew first served with the US Navy in the Persian Gulf. He was motivated to rejoin the military following the September 11th attacks even though he had been discharged for several years. While serving his country a second time as an infantry medic, Matthew had a near-death experience that left him with multiple permanent disabilities.
- [Service Dogs for Non-Visible Disabilities](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/service-dogs-for-non-visible-disabilities/) - Service dogs provide life-changing support for non-visible disabilities. Learn how Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs help those with PTSD, diabetes, & more.
- [Beyond the Basics - Unconventional Service Dogs Tasks](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/beyond-the-basics-unconventional-service-dogs-tasks/) - If you are familiar with service dogs, you may already know that they can be trained to perform everyday tasks such as guiding visually impaired individuals or assisting with mobility or hearing impairment, etc. But did you know that service dogs can perform various other lesser-known tasks? From alerting to PTSD episodes to detecting changes
- [FDNY Battalion Commander Jack Oehm to Speak at Our 15th Anniversary Party](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guest-speaker-just-announced-for-our-15th-anniversary-party-fdny-battalion-commander-ret-jack-oehm/) - Celebrate 15 years with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs! Join us on May 17th for an inspiring night featuring guest speaker Jack Oehm, FDNY (Ret.). Get event details and tickets today!
- [Message From Our Founder- January](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-january-2/) - We are thrilled to ring in 2025! First, I want to thank all our amazing partners, volunteers, donors and staff that made 2024 another memorable year. We couldn’t do it without everyone’s combined efforts year after year. With that being said, we set the groundwork in 2024, so together we will soar into 2025 with
- [In The Spotlight-  2024 Employee of the Year- Emily Almodovar Warner](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-2024-employee-of-the-year-emily-almodovar-warner/) - Each month, Guardian Angels recognizes the outstanding contributions of its employees, and we select one person as our employee of the year. We are pleased to announce that Emily Almodovar Warner is our 2024 Employee of the Year winner. Emily is a vital member of our dog training staff and a participant in our master
- [An Exciting 2025 Ahead!](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/an-exciting-2025-ahead/) - Join us in celebrating 15 years of transforming lives! Exciting events, a new mental health partnership, and ways to connect—learn how you can be part of it.
- [Service Dogs and The Holidays](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/service-dogs-and-the-holidays/) - Learn how to navigate the holidays with service dogs. Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs offers tips for creating a safe, joyful season for everyone!
- [Featured Recipient: Laurie & Kash](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-laurie-kash/) - Laurie McGruder's journey from PTSD to thriving life with service dogs Twinkle and Kash showcases the transformative power of Guardian Angels Medical Dogs.
- [Message from Founder – End of Year 2024](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-founder-end-of-year-2024/) - Despite 2024’s challenges, Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs celebrated milestones, strengthened programs, and stayed committed to our life-saving mission.
- [Join Us for Our 15th Anniversary Party on May 17th!](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/join-us-for-our-15th-anniversary-party-on-may-17th/) - Join us May 17, 2025, in Pittsburgh for our 15th Anniversary Party—an inspiring evening of stories, celebration, and connection. Don't miss it!
- [In the Spotlight: Kelly Forbes](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-kelly-forbes/) - Kelly Forbes, Veterinary Hospital Manager, combines a decade of expertise with a passion for service dogs, making a lasting impact at Guardian Angels.
- [Announcing the 2024 Service Dog Hero of the Year ](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/announcing-the-2024-service-dog-hero-of-the-year/) - Each year, Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs invites our Recipients to enter their dog in our Service Dog Hero of the Year Awards. This award recognizes a Guardian Angels Medical Service Dog who goes above and beyond the call of their training and displays extraordinary efforts to avoid a tragedy. Although there are many incredible
- [Guardian Angels & One Brother One Sister Redefine Mental Health Support](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-one-brother-one-sister-redefine-mental-health-support/) - See how Guardian Angels and One Brother One Sister are transforming mental health support through service dogs and community partnerships.
- [The Future of Service Dogs: Innovations in Training and Support](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/the-future-of-service-dogs-innovations-in-training-and-support/) - Discover groundbreaking advancements in service dog training and support that are shaping the future. Learn how Guardian Angels leads the way!
- [The Importance of Service Dog Etiquette: Do's and Don'ts](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/the-importance-of-service-dog-etiquette-dos-and-donts/) - Learn the key do’s and don’ts of service dog etiquette from Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. Respect boundaries and support service dog teams!
- [Anonymous Donor Sponsorship for Annual Mutt Strut Free Tickets for One Day Only.](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-announces-anonymous-donor-sponsorship-for-annual-mutt-strut-and-akc-fit-dog-walk-free-tickets-for-one-day-only/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Announces Anonymous Donor Sponsorship for Annual Mutt Strut and AKC Fit Dog Walk – Free Tickets for One Day Only. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Pittsburgh, PA – October 3, 2024—Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is excited to announce that an anonymous donor has generously pledged to cover the cost of event
- [GUARDIAN ANGELS MEDICAL SERVICE DOGS NAMED FINALIST IN  2024 “DEFENDER SERVICE AWARDS”](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-named-finalist-in-2024-defender-service-awards/) - Furthering Defender brand’s commitment to aiding and honoring organizations who serve their communities, Defender is proud to announce the 25 finalists across 5 categories for the 2024 Defender Service Awards presented by CHASE CHASE, the presenting sponsor, is donating $5,000 to each of the 25 category finalists to expand their mission Guardian Angels Medical Service
- [The Role of Service Dogs in Physical Rehabilitation for Veterans](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/the-role-of-service-dogs-in-physical-rehabilitation-for-veterans/) - Discover how service dogs play a crucial role in the physical rehabilitation of veterans, providing support, motivation, & companionship on the road to recovery.
- [The Role of Donations in Matching Medical Service Dogs with Those in Need](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/the-role-of-donations-in-matching-medical-service-dogs-with-those-in-need/) - Donations are crucial in pairing medical service dogs with those in need. Learn how your support changes lives through Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs.
- [In the Spotlight- Caroline Shaffer](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-caroline-shaffer/) - Caroline Shaffer is a traveling dog trainer with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, and this month, she will celebrate her one-year anniversary with the organization. Caroline is currently training Slugger, a service dog who will be paired with a local military veteran and whose training is supported by the Pittsburgh Pirates and PNC. How Caroline
- [Exciting Developments at Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs' Pennsylvania Campus](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/exciting-developments-at-guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-pennsylvania-campus/) - Explore the latest developments at Guardian Angels' PA Campus. Learn how we're transforming lives with service dogs. Get involved today!
- [The Community Mutt Strut Returns to the Great Lawn on the North Shore this October!](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/the-community-mutt-strut-returns-to-the-great-lawn-on-the-north-shore-this-october/) - Celebrate service dogs and support veterans at our Mutt Strut. Enjoy fun activities in Pittsburgh. Join us to make a difference!
- [Night at the Pirates – A Pawsome Fundraiser in Support of Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/night-at-the-pirates-a-pawsome-fundraiser-in-support-of-guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs/) - Join us on Sept 9th at PNC Park! Enjoy a Pirates game & support Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. Get discounted tickets & make a difference today!
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs: A Lifeline During National Suicide Prevention Month](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-a-lifeline-during-national-suicide-prevention-month/) - Support veterans with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. Donate now to help us change lives and raise awareness during Suicide Prevention Month.
- [Emergency Situations: How Medical Service Dogs Respond](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/emergency-situations-how-medical-service-dogs-respond/) - Learn how service dogs respond to emergencies, providing vital assistance and support. Discover their training and life-saving capabilities. Read now!
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Recognizes the William H. Donner Grant](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-recognizes-the-william-h-donner-grant/) - With a generous grant from the William H. Donner Foundation, our mission to train service dogs for disabled individuals continues. Learn more about our work.
- [Beyond the Leash: The Unseen Costs of Training a Medical Service Dog](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/beyond-the-leash-the-unseen-costs-of-training-a-medical-service-dog/) - Discover the hidden expenses of training medical service dogs for and about the the vital role of community support with financial support.
- [Service Dogs and Other Pets](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/service-dogs-and-other-pets/) - For those thinking of getting a service dog but already have pets in the home, or wonder if you could add pets to the home in the future with a service dog, read this!
- [Featured Recipient: Michael and Santa Paws](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-michael-and-santa-paws/) - Discover how Guardian Angels' service Dog Santa Paws helps recipient Michael in his daily life. Learn more about their inspiring journey!
- [In the Spotlight: Brian DeLong, Regional Coordinator](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-brian-delong-regional-coordinator/) - Discover how Brian's fundraising expertise and passion for veterans drive the mission of Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs.
- [Guardian Angels and The Pirates: Teaming Up to Train Pirates Pup Slugger](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-and-the-pirates-teaming-up-to-train-pirates-pup-slugger/) - Meet Slugger, the new team dog of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Learn about his journey with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs.
- [Message From Our Founder: The Role of the Recipient in Our Teams](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-the-role-of-the-recipient-in-our-teams/) - We pair our recipients with service dogs trained for long-term success. Learn how consistent care ensures lasting skills.
- [Strengthening the Pack: The Lifeline of Support for Service Dogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/strengthening-the-pack-the-lifeline-of-support-for-service-dogs/) - Learn about the crucial role that support systems play in the lives of service dogs and those they serve. Discover how you can be a part of strengthening this vital pack and changing lives.
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Bully Max, and Pittsburgh Pirates Team Up](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-bully-max-and-pittsburgh-pirates-team-up/) - Join Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Bully Max, and the Pittsburgh Pirates for an unforgettable Pup Night at PNC Park on April 23.
- [How to Take Advantage of the CTU Patriot Scholarship](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/how-to-take-advantage-of-the-ctu-patriot-scholarship/) - As part of our commitment to helping veterans and their families, Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs would like to remind our supporters and recipients of the CTU Patriot Scholarship. What is the CTU Patriot Scholarship? In 2008, a commendable initiative was taken by the Colorado Technical University: the creation of a scholarship aimed at reciprocating Discover the inspiring story of a Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs team member who harnessed the CTU Patriot Scholarship to advance their education and how you can, too!
- [Benefits of Service Dogs for Veterans](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/benefits-of-service-dogs-for-veterans/) - Discover the benefits service dogs can provide to veterans, from helping with PTSD to providing companionship and support. Learn more from Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs!
- [Celebrate Michigan's Military: A Decade of Honoring our Heroes](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/celebrate-michigans-military-a-decade-of-honoring-our-heroes-with-guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs/) - Commemorate a decade of honoring our heroes at the 10th Annual "Celebrate Michigan's Military". Join us June 6th to support our courageous military community.
- [History of Service Dogs and Current Laws](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/history-of-service-dogs-and-current-laws/) - Discover the incredible history of service dogs and how they are protected by current laws. With proper training, these amazing animals can transform lives.
- [Keeping Your Dog at a Healthy Weight and The New Respiratory Disease in Dogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/keeping-your-dog-at-a-healthy-weight-and-the-new-respiratory-disease-in-dogs/) - Learn the best tips for keeping your furry friend at a healthy weight and discover the latest information on the emerging respiratory diseases affecting dogs.
- [Starting Off The New Year With a Career at Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/starting-off-the-new-year-with-a-career-at-guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs/) - Ready to make a positive impact and find your dream job? Discover the available opportunities and get expert career advice for setting yourself up for success.
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Joins Prestigious Congressional Initiative](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-joins-prestigious-congressional-initiative/) - Discover how Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is helping to revolutionize the medical service dog industry and supporting those in need. Join us on our mission!
- [Message From Our Founder: February](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-january/) - Learn how your support has helped save lives and strengthen families through our ZERO suicide rate and less than 3% divorce rate, thanks to the medical service dogs.
- [What Are The Costs Associated with Training A Service Dog?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/what-are-the-costs-associated-with-training-a-service-dog/) - Discover the true costs associated with service dog training and how it can change lives for both individuals and families. Learn more here!
- [Celebrating Carol Borden's 70th Birthday with a Special Cause](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/celebrating-carol-bordens-70th-birthday-with-a-special-cause/) - Join us in celebrating Carol's 70th birthday. Help us reach our $70,000 goal to change lives with service dogs. Every donation makes a difference. Donate here!
- [Mary Jo Brandt recognized as a Diversity Game Changer](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/mary-jo-brandt-recognized-as-a-diversity-game-changer/) - We are pleased to acknowledge Mary Jo Brandt, COO, as the distinguished recipient of the Orlando Magic Diversity Game Changer of the Week award.
- [What to Do When Someone Requires Service Dog ID?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/what-to-do-when-someone-requires-service-dog-id/) - Are you facing difficulties with your service dog because someone is asking for identification? Read this guide to see what to do if someone is requiring ID.
- [Get into the Spirit of Giving This Holiday Season!](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/get-into-the-spirit-of-giving-this-holiday-season/) - As the holiday season approaches, we are reminded of the importance of giving back to our community and those in need. That's why December is recognized as National Giving Month – a time to spread compassion and joy by supporting organizations that make a difference in people's lives. There are many ways to give back
- [Bringing a Service Dog on International Travel](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/bringing-a-service-dog-on-international-travel/) - Have you been thinking about bringing your service dog with you on an international trip? Read here to understand the process and considerations for your dog!
- [Recap of the Pennsylvania Campus Groundbreaking](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recap-of-the-pennsylvania-campus-groundbreaking/) - Learn & Support PA's newest medical service dog center for raising, training, and donating service dogs for veterans and first responders. Read more here!
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs to Break Ground on Pennsylvania Campus ](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-to-break-ground-on-pennsylvania-campus/) - [PITTSBURGH, PA] - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs has announced they are breaking ground on their Pennsylvania Campus. This campus will bring the organization’s mission to help those with permanent disabilities to the northeast region of the United States. The new state-of-the-art campus will cover 102 acres, with one hundred acres in Washington County, McDonald,
- [Advice for Navigating Airport Security with Your Service Dog](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/advice-for-navigating-airport-security-with-your-service-dog/) - Flying with your service animal? Learn about the airport security process and prepare yourself ahead of time in order to make it easier on you and your dog.
- [In the Spotlight: Lucy Barnes, Gifts Advisor](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-lucy-barnes-gifts-advisor/) - Hired in July of 2023, Lucy Barnes brought her passion for helping others and her fundraising and donor relations skills to Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. "I am eager to learn and contribute to the organization's mission. I hope to deepen my understanding of the training and placement process for medical service dogs, as well
- [The Mutt Strut Event Recap](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/the-mutt-strut-event-recap/) - The 2023 Mutt Strut on the Great Lawn at the North Shore, was filled with generous community support, live music, and loads of fun for all. Read more here!
- [Message From Our Founder: Progress Update on the Pittsburgh Campus](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-progress-update-on-the-pittsburgh-campus/) - We're expanding with a new, state-of-the-art campus near Pittsburgh. Stay updated on our progress as we make a difference in the lives with our service dogs.
- [How to Handle a Service Dog in Your Restaurant](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/how-to-handle-a-service-dog-in-your-restaurant/) - Are you a restaurant owner or manager unsure about allowing service dogs in your establishment? Read this guide to prepare your business for service dogs!
- [Featured Recipient: Karen and Patton](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-karen-and-patton/) - As a Navy Corpsman & ER Supervisor Karen has seen trauma throughout her life. Learn how her service dog improves her everyday life as she has for so many.
- [In the Spotlight: Wren San Clemente](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-wren-san-clemente/) - This month, we recognize Wren San Clemente who is one of our trainers. Read her journey with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs here!
- [Bucco's Journey](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/buccos-journey/) - ...from Pirates Pup to Super Service Dog In 2021, the Pittsburgh Pirates and PNC teamed up to sponsor the training of a medical service dog for a veteran in need. The Pirates became the first professional baseball organization to team up with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs for this cause. In a public social media
- [Message From Our Founder: September](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-september/) - The Community Mutt Strut, presented by PNC Bank and sponsored by many great companies, including the Pittsburgh Pirates, is just around the corner. This event will be held on September 16 on the Great Lawn at the North Shore from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is excited to invite you
- [Guide to Introducing Your Service Dog at Work](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guide-to-introducing-your-service-dog-at-work/) - If you have a disability and rely on a service dog to complete daily tasks, read these tips to prepare to take your service dog to work!
- [Importance of Veterinary Care](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/importance-of-veterinary-care/) - When it comes to your service dog, their health & well-being are always at the heart of what you do. Make sure they have proper veterinary care with these tips.
- [Fundraising Teams- We need you!](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/fundraising-teams-we-need-you/) - Learn how you can make a positive impact on the lives of both service dogs as well as veterans, first responders, and civilians in need.
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs announced the Annual Community Mutt Strut](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-announced-the-annual-community-mutt-strut/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs announces the return of the Mutt Strut Sept. 16 at the Great Lawn on the North Shore. Learn more and register here!
- [Veterans helping Veterans. VFW Memorial Park Post #764 Raises funds for Guardian Angels](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/veterans-helping-veterans/) - June 3, 2023: McMurray, PA (EIN Presswire) – Everyone at VFW Post 764 goes all in to help their fellow veterans. Each year, they host a number of fundraising activities that culminates in one awe-inspiring day, featuring a final fundraising event and motorcycle run. As part of the day’s festivities, more than 80 motorcycles took
- [Message From Our Founder: Why German Shepherds Are Our Breed of Choice](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-why-german-shepherds-are-our-breed-of-choice/) - Learn why our founder chose German Shepherds to be our main choice of service dogs and how they help us bring hope, joy, and independence to those in need.
- [Featured Recipient Aron & Allie](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-aron-allie/) - This month, we feature our recipient Aron and his service dog, Allie. Read about Aron's life before Allie and how his life changed with a service dog.
- [In the Spotlight: Samantha Wilkinson, Veterinary Technician](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-samantha-wilkinson-veterinary-technician/) - This month, we feature our Veterinary Technician, Samantha, who helps our mission by caring for our medical service dogs.
- [Celebrate Michigans Military 2023](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/cmm-2023/) - What a night it was at Celebrate Michigans Military 2023! We thank everyone who participated and are looking forward to next year!
- [In the Spotlight: Tucker Whetstone, Trainer and IT Assistant](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-tucker-whetstone-trainer-and-it-assistant/) - Tucker Whetstone, Trainer and IT Assistant uses his passion for animals and his technical knowledge and abilities to further our mission of helping veterans in need!
- [July's Featured Recipient: Brian Kellum](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/julys-featured-recipient-brian-kellum/) - This month's featured receipt is Brian Kellum who served a more than 15-year career in law enforcement. Read his story with his service dog, Renegade, here.
- [Message from Our Founder July: Water and Boating Safety for Dogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-july-water-and-boating-safety-for-dogs/) - Make sure your service dog is safe while out on the water! Learn about training, safety measures, and other tips for boating and swimming with your service dog.
- [Why is Canine Fitness Important?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/why-is-canine-fitness-important/) - Dogs, much like humans, get a variety of health benefits from regular exercise. Physical activity is an excellent way to enhance and lengthen your dog's life. Like non-working dogs, service dogs require a healthy weight and regular exercise to stay in their best working condition. Obesity in Dogs A dog being overweight is a major
- [Why are Service Dog Laws Important?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/why-are-service-dog-laws-important/) - Service dog laws are important to know to protect everyone's rights & recognize imposter service dogs. Learn more about service dog laws from the experts.
- [Pittsburgh Post Gazette Coverage of Passing of the Leash](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/pittsburgh-post-gazette-coverage-of-passing-of-the-leash/) - An incredible day in Pittsburgh, as we celebrated our Passing of the Leash Ceremony at Duquesne University on June 12, 2018. Guests enjoying a delicious luncheon, while hearing the heart-warming stories of our recipients, and how their incredible service dogs have changed their lives. A friend’s paw: Veterans celebrate with their service dogs – Story
- [Can I Train a Service Dog Myself?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/can-i-train-a-service-dog-myself/) - To train a successful service dog, there are a variety of factors that need to be considered. Learn what it takes to train a service dog from the experts.
- [Preparing Your Dog for Summer](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/preparing-your-dog-for-summer/) - With the summer season upon us, remember to take proper care of your dog and don't let heat cause them harm. Read these tips for caring for your dog.
- [Can I Play with My Service Dog?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/can-i-play-with-my-service-dog/) - Learn which games are good games and others that are not appropriate for service dogs from the experts at Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs.
- [Featured Recipient Jonathan Conover](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-jonathan-conover/) - Meet Jonathan Conover, a recent recipient of one of our medical service dogs. Read his story and learn more about how our life-saving dogs enhance life.
- [Message From Our Founder: Mental Health Awareness Month](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-mental-health-awareness-month/) - Many people do not realize the difference between visible and invisible disabilities. This month, we encourage you to learn the importance of mental health.
- [Featured Person Gwyneth Hiesinger](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-person-gwyneth-hiesinger/) - This month, we show our appreciation by featuring Gwyneth Hiesinger, who works in the organization’s finance department. Read her story here!
- [Preparing Your Home for a Service Dog](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/preparing-your-home-for-a-service-dog/) - If you're getting ready to welcome a service dog into your life, you need to start preparing your home. Here are some tips to make your home service dog ready!
- [Exercises to Keep Your Service Dog Fit](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/exercises-to-keep-your-service-dog-fit/) - Exercise is a crucial part of the physical and mental health of your dog. Learn good exercises and what to avoid with your service dog here!
- [Tips for a Healthier Service Dog](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tips-for-a-healthier-service-dog/) - Discover how you can improve the quality of life for your service dog with these five easy tips from Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs.
- [April: Month of the Military Child: Intergenerational PTS](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/april-month-of-the-military-child-intergenerational-pts/) - April is the month of the military child, and children hold a special place in our hearts here at Guardian Angels. Read more on how you can show your support.
- [How Service Dogs Help People with Mental Health Issues](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/how-service-dogs-help-people-with-mental-health-issues/) - Discover the benefits and different ways that these special animals offer comfort, aid, and companionship for those who need it most!
- [Message From Our Founder: The Power and Importance of Volunteers](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-the-power-and-importance-of-volunteers/) - Learn about the tremendous impact volunteers have on Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs and how you can help support our mission.
- [In the Spotlight: Robert Brown](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/14470-2/) - Get inspired by Robert Brown, an Army veteran and volunteer. Learn how his dedication is making a positive impact on so many lives through his volunteering.
- [Featured Recipient Sarah and Hero](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-sarah-and-hero/) - Meet this month's recipient, Sarah, and her medical service dog, Hero. Learn how Hero has helped improve her quality of life.
- [How Service Dogs Can Assist Recipients with a Traumatic Brain Injury](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/how-service-dogs-can-assist-recipients-with-a-traumatic-brain-injury/) - Get an in-depth look at how service dogs can support individuals living with a traumatic brain injury, from physical assistance to emotional support.
- [Message From our Founder: Women’s History Month](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-womens-history-month/) - Join our founder as she celebrates Women’s History Month by reflecting on her amazing journey to becoming the CEO and Founder of three non-profit organizations.
- [In the Spotlight: Chris Weber](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-chris-weber-2/) - This month, we are featuring Chris Weber for his excellent worth with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. Learn his story here!
- [Featured Recipient Natalie Vines](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-natalie-vines/) - Natalie C. Vines, Lieutenant Colonel (Medically Retired), is a Texas native who grew up and attended High School in Plano, Texas, and excelled in band, softball, basketball, and soccer. Natalie is paired with her service dog Bugg through Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. Natalie's Life Before Bugg "I began my military career by enlisting in
- [Guardian Angels Partnering with The Colorado Technical University Patriot Scholarship program](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-partnering-with-the-colorado-technical-university-patriot-scholarship-program/) - Guardian Angels is proud to partner with The Colorado Technical University Patriot Scholarship program. This “Best for Vets” winning program provides full tuition degree programs to our active-duty service members, veterans, their families, and caregivers, including non-medical attendants of a service member living with a service-connected disability. Each year, the Patriot Scholarship provides 50 full
- [Featured Recipient Bryan Carpenter](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-bryan-carpenter/) - Bryan wants it to be known that his pairing with Fahrny and the many recipients he has spoken with serve as an example of how the amazing dogs Guardian Angels trains have helped heal so many people.
- [Featured News: Check out “Good Dogs!” podcasts, featuring our Founder, Carol Borden](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-news-check-out-good-dogs-podcasts-featuring-our-founder-carol-borden/) - If you are looking for a way to gain education on the communication between people and dogs, understand dog behaviors and more, check out Good Dogs! podcasts.
- [Message From Our Founder: The Best Ways to Show Your Dog Love](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-the-best-ways-to-show-your-dog-love/) - From providing them with treats and praise to simply spending time with them, these tips will help make sure your dog knows just how much you love them.
- [‘You can see the changes’: At Plum event, Veterans attest to value of medical service dogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/you-can-see-the-changes-at-plum-event-veterans-attest-to-value-of-medical-service-dogs/) - Source: ‘You can see the changes’: At Plum event, Veterans attest to value of medical service dogs Excerpt: "As a sufferer of post-traumatic stress disorder, Army veteran Debbie Richey left her house only rarely. That changed with some constant canine companionship. “I finally started to be able to go out in public. At first, I
- [In the Spotlight: Sylee Gibson](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-sylee-gibson/) - Sylee Gibson, our new Human Resources/Development Director at Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, joined our organization in January and works remotely from Cleveland, TN, where she lives with her husband, Jerry, and their 4-year-old daughter, Gabriella. Sylee's Journey to Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs In December 2020, Sylee retired from the Collier County Sheriff's Office
- [Featured Recipient Matt Greer and Apollo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-matt-greer-and-apollo/) - Matt Greer was injured in Iraq, which halted his military career and ushered him back into civilian life. "This unexpected transition posed more challenges than what I was prepared to face. The routine in everyday life was no longer normal for me; seemingly simple daily tasks such as spending time with friends and family or
- [In the Spotlight: Zach Valentin, Employee of the Year](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-zach-valentin-employee-of-the-year/) - Read about our employee of year, Zach Valentin and his journey with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. Want to get involved like Zach? Contact us or donate!
- [How to Get a Service Dog](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/how-to-get-a-service-dog/) - If you have been considering getting a service dog, you may be wondering where to start. Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs has tips to help get started!
- [Gala of Angels: An Attendees Perspective](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/gala-of-angels-an-attendees-perspective/) - By Linda Jo Thornberg Owner, Higher Images On December 7, 2022, Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, I had the pleasure of attending one of the most amazing events that I have ever attended, hosted by Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. The event was held at Acrisure Stadium, home of the Pittsburgh Steelers, and was filled with
- [Help unleashed: GP Yacht Club sponsors Guardian Angels Dog](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/help-unleashed-gp-yacht-club-sponsors-guardian-angels-dog/) - Dozens of puppies like this one are being specially trained in Williston, Fla., on the main campus of Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. One of them has been sponsored by the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club. It didn’t take long for Grosse Pointe Yacht Club Commodore Brian Fish to secure the first $5,000. Read the full
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Receives  Consumers Energy Foundation Grant](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-receives-consumers-energy-foundation-grant/) - Funds to benefit Michigan Veterans living with Permanent Disabilities Jackson, MI (EIN Presswire): Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is honored to have received a grant in the amount of $10,000 from the Consumers Energy Foundation. This grant will assist Guardian Angels in training, donating, and supporting our veteran recipients in the State of Michigan. The
- [2023 New Years Aspirations for Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/2023-new-years-aspirations-for-guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs/) - We will mark down 2022 in history and fondly remember it as the year we accomplished another great milestone for our organization and the people we serve. In addition, to changing the lives of so many people for the better, we created another supportive branch of our organization. We are so proud to have hired
- [How Service Dogs Relieve PTSD](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/how-service-dogs-relieve-ptsd/) - Living with PTSD can be extremely difficult. Service dogs are trained to help relieve the symptoms of PTSD and provide much-needed support. Learn more here!
- [Guardian Angels recently presented with two prestigious awards for their work with veterans](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-recently-presented-with-two-prestigious-awards-for-their-work-with-veterans/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is proud to announce that they were presented with the Friend and Patriot of the Year Award, presented by the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum Trust. This award was given to our organization to recognize our long-term support of veterans. Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs was also presented
- [December Message From Our Founder](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/december-message-from-our-founder/) - Dear Friends, Today 61 million people in the United States are living with disabilities and that number grows daily. In addition to the many disabilities people suffer from, they are also more likely to face serious social isolation, anxiety and depression which leads to a higher risk of death. All these issues take a serious
- [Featured Recipient: Anita and Comet](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-anita-and-comet/) - Recipient Anita, a Navy Veteran, has narcolepsy, mobility issues, and sensory deficits in her legs and feet that make navigating certain surfaces very difficult. Before being paired with her Guardian Angels Service Dog, Comet in 2020, she said that getting around in her daily life was a constant challenge. Comet was trained to assist her
- [In the Spotlight: Chris Borden](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-chris-borden/) - Chris Borden, Chief Officer of Facilities at Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, has been with the organization since it began in 2010. Chris was born and raised in Texas and has a degree in Industrial Engineering from Texas A&M University. He has more than 20 years of experience in Sales Management in the Pet Industry.
- [Chris Ann Phillips, Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs CAO, Named Pittsburgh Veteran of the Year](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/chris-ann-phillips-guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-cao-named-pittsburgh-veteran-of-the-year/) - Chris Ann Phillips, Chief Administrative officer of Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs has been awarded the Pittsburgh Veteran of the Year - learn more here!
- [How Seizure Alert Dogs Assist Their Owners ](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/how-seizure-alert-dogs-assist-their-owners/) - Medical service dogs provide invaluable service to those living with seizure disorders. Learn about seizure-alert dogs and how they help their owners daily.
- [Maranda’s 5th Year Anniversary with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/marandas-5th-year-anniversary-with-guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs/) - Celebrating a milestone anniversary, Maranda reflects on her time with Guardian Angels and the life-saving impact their service dogs have had on her life.
- [Epilepsy Awareness Month: Gina & Rhino](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/epilepsy-awareness-month-gina-rhino/) - Read the story of Gina and how her medical service dog Rhino assists her with intractable epilepsy from a TBI (traumatic brain injury).
- [In the Spotlight: Blake Sowers](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-blake-sowers/) - Meet Blake Sowers, Apprentice at Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs and US Army Veteran. Learn about his experience with these life-changing dogs here!
- [What Conditions Make You Eligible for a Service Dog?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/what-conditions-make-you-eligible-for-a-service-dog/) - Our service dogs are paired with those who have permanent disabilities/mental impairment that hinders their quality of life. See qualifying conditions here.
- [Guardian Angels earns HIRE Vets Medallion from Dept. of Labor](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-earns-hire-vets-medallion-from-dept-of-labor/) - U.S. Secretary of Labor Martin J. Walsh recognized Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs as one of the 835 recipients of the 2022 HIRE Vets Medallion Award during a virtual award ceremony presented by the U.S. Department of Labor. Guardian Angels is one of only 19 Platinum awardees in the State of Florida, and one of
- [National Apprenticeship Week](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/national-apprenticeship-week/) - From November 14th through the 20th, we are celebrating National Apprenticeship Week! At Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, our apprentices learn to play a vital role with our organization by helping to train our amazing service dogs to assist disabled recipients. Importance of Apprentices at Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs The goal of our apprentice
- [What is the Purpose of a Mobility Service Dog?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/what-is-the-purpose-of-a-mobility-service-dog/) - Mobility dogs provide assistance to those who have difficulty with movement for a variety of reasons. Learn more about mobility dogs here!
- [Veterans Day Message From Our Founder](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/13300-2/) - As the daughter of a Korean War veteran and the mother of a son that did three tours of combat in Iraq and Afghanistan, and as an American, I believe we should be filled with appreciation and gratitude for the liberties and freedoms which have been secured by those willing to undertake the tremendous burdens
- [Message From Our Founder: Thank You to Our Supporters](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-thank-you-to-our-supporters/) - September was a whirlwind of exciting activities for Guardian Angels! We just wanted to say thanks to all of our sponsors! Read more about our events here!
- [In the Spotlight: Robyn Staebler](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-robyn-staebler/) - Michigan Ambassador Robyn Staebler is proud to support our mission and shares her story here! Read more about our amazing team.
- [Featured News: Potty Training Tips](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-news-potty-training-tips/) - Need some tips on potty training your pup? Follow these simple tips and before you know it, your puppy will be successfully using the toilet!
- [Featured Recipient Craig & Foxy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-craig-foxy/) - At a VA appointment, Craig’s doctor recommended a Service Dog to treat his disabilities. Learn how he was paired with Foxy who became service dog of the year!
- [What is a Diabetic Alert Dog?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/what-is-a-diabetic-alert-dog/) - A diabetic alert dog is a dog that has been trained to respond to scent samples and alert their owners. Learn more about these medical service dogs here!
- [Mutt Strut: Pittsburgh event benefits group that provides service dogs to veterans](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/mutt-strut-pittsburgh-event-benefits-group-that-provides-service-dogs-to-veterans/) - Tuesday, September 13, 2022 - Harry Funk for Trib Live Source: Mutt Strut: Pittsburgh event benefits group that provides service dogs to veterans "After a two-year hiatus, Pittsburgh’s Community Mutt Strut returned for an in-person day of fun for four-legged friends and their people pals, all for a good cause. The event, held virtually during
- [Guardian Angels on Fox 2 News Detroit with Erica Francis](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-on-fox-2-news-detroit-with-erica-francis/) - Thanks to Erica Francis and Fox2 Detroit for sharing our program! Thanks also to our Michigan Regional Coordinator, Mary Lamparter; Veteran & Guardian Angels Staff Member, Nancy Dakin and to Recipient Matt and his Service Dog, Cobalt for sharing their incredible story. If you believe that a service dog could assist you, learn more about
- [Tips for Teaching Your Dog How to Heel](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tips-for-teaching-your-dog-how-to-heel/) - At Guardian Angels, we teach the dog to walk nicely on the leash by first teaching them to be attentive to us. There is no collar or leash involved in the beginning. We use a yummy soft treat to reward them for their good behavior. It's important to avoid crunchy treats because they take too
- [Message From Our Founder: Join Us for Mutt Strut!](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-join-us-for-mutt-strutt/) - As summer draws to an end, the fun at Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is just beginning! The Community Mutt Strut, a free virtual and in-person event, is coming to Pittsburgh in person on September 10th and will also be held virtually from September 7th-10th. The virtual event will feature a nationwide dog photo contest
- [In the Spotlight: Mary Jo Brandt](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/12817-2/) - Mary Jo Brandt joined Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs as a volunteer in 2011, a Board Member in 2012, and accepted a position as Chief Operating Officer full-time in 2016. She has been instrumental in implementing and overseeing many policies and initiatives throughout her time with Guardian Angels. About Mary Jo Most recently, Mary Jo
- [Featured Recipient: John & Ranger](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-john-ranger/) - United States Army Captain John Kelly (Ret.) was paired with his service dog Ranger in August 2016. "I am a husband, father, veteran, paratrooper, and I'm lucky to be alive," said John. Before being paired with Ranger, John was in a dark place and had a serious commitment to no longer being here. In May
- [Featured Recipient: Sheldon and Roy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-sheldon-and-roy/) - Sheldon Ewers is a U.S. Navy veteran who later worked as a Michigan corrections officer. Sheldon had experiences in both of these positions that left him diagnosed with depression, PTS, and hypervigilance. Sheldon was paired with his service dog Roy in August 2016. One day in 2017, Sheldon experienced a deep depression that left him
- [Message From Our Founder: Introducing Dr. Rogers & the Borden Veterinary Hospital](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-i-am-very-excited-to-introduce-our-first-hospital-and-veterinarian-on-staff/) - We are excited to introduce the Borden Veterinary Hospital located on our campus in Williston, FL that can provide care to service dogs in need. Learn more!
- [Featured Recipient: Tasha & Blaney](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-tasha-blaney/) - After her service in the military, Tasha was paired with Blaney to help her with PTS. Read their story here and how Blaney helps Tasha's day to day life.
- [Featured Recipient: Jody & Nick](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-jody-nick/) - Nick struggled with high blood pressure which was impacting his health before being paired with his service dog Jody. Read their story here!
- [In the Spotlight: Dr. Charlotte Rogers](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-dr-charlotte-rogers/) - Learn more about Dr. Rogers, who joined the Guardian Angels’ team in May of 2022 as their veterinarians and how she helps us with our mission.
- [Dog Training Tips: How to Keep Your Dog Out of the Garbage](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/dog-training-tips-how-to-keep-your-dog-out-of-the-garbage/) - If you are struggling to keep your dog out of your trash, read these tips from the experts in dog training to teach your dog properly. Learn more here!
- [Different Types of Service Dogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/different-types-of-service-dogs/) - Service Dogs assist with many disabilities such as seizure and diabetic altering and make daily challenges easier for their owners. Learn more here!
- [Featured Recipient: Oliver and Dash ](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/featured-recipient-oliver-and-dash/) - Read Dash's, the medical service dog, story here and how he helps Oliver with his sleep cycle. Also see other service dog recipients and their stories.
- [In the Spotlight: Nancy Dakin, Development Project Administrator](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-nancy-dakin-development-project-administrator/) - Learn more about our team member Nancy Dakin and her role in helping us change lives by providing medical service dogs to those in need.
- [How to Choose a Dog from the Shelter](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/how-to-choose-a-dog-from-the-shelter/) - When choosing a shelter dog to become a service dog, we look for specific features to ensure they are up to the task. Learn about our dog selection process!
- [Ways to Reduce PTS Symptoms Over the 4th of July](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ways-to-reduce-pts-symptoms-over-the-4th-of-july/) - The 4th of July can be a challenging time for veterans with PTSD. See these tips on how you can help ease their symptoms this holiday.
- [What Happens to a Dog That Doesn’t Make It Through the Program?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/what-happens-to-a-dog-that-doesnt-make-it-through-the-program/) - Unfortunately, not every dog becomes a service dog. When that happens, we have a process to ensure the dog goes to the best possible home. Learn more here!
- [What’s the Difference Between a Service Dog and Therapy Dog?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/whats-the-difference-between-a-service-dog-and-therapy-dog/) - Service dogs and therapy dogs differ in a variety of ways, including the laws protecting them. Learn more about the difference between them here!
- [Shonda and Jack](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/shonda-and-jack/) - Meet our featured medical service dog receipt Shonda and her service dog Jack. Read her story here and how Jack assists her on a daily basis.
- [In the Spotlight: Mary Lamparter, Advisory Council Co-Chair- Michigan](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-mary-lamparter-advisory-council-co-chair-michigan/) - Meet Mary Lamparter, who is our Advisory Council Co-Chair in Michigan. Read her story and how she helps our mission to provide medical service dog.
- [Message From Our Founder: Guardian Angels Nationally Recognized for Their Work in Suicide Prevention](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-guardian-angels-nationally-recognized-for-their-work-in-suicide-prevention/) - Guardian Angels won the 7th Annual Veterans Award for Suicide Prevention from the Academy of the United States Veterans. Learn more about this award!
- [20-year Navy Veteran explains how service dog saved her life - WANE News, Indiana](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/20-year-navy-veteran-explains-how-service-dog-saved-her-life-wane-news-indiana/) - FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – As the saying goes, a dog is man’s best friend, but in this case, a woman’s best friend. "Karen Louise O’Neal, is a Navy veteran who served her country for 20 years. From 1973 to 1993, she served an EMT. After her stint in the military, she was diagnosed with PTSD, anxiety and depression because of events she witnessed".
- [Difference Between Service Dog and Emotional Support Animal](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/difference-between-service-dog-and-emotional-support-animal/) - To help assist people in understanding the difference between service dogs and other types of dogs, we've put together this guide to explain the differences.
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs wins 3rd VETTY Award for efforts in Suicide Prevention](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-wins-3rd-vetty-award-for-efforts-in-suicide-prevention/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs has been recognized as the winner of the 2022 VETTY Award in the suicide prevention category, presented by the Academy of United States Veterans. Guardian Angels is a national 501(c)3nonprofit organization whose mission is to rescue, raise, train, and donate highly skilled medical service dogs to veterans, first responders and
- [Message From Our Founder: Career Day Success](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-career-day-success/) - Today, we see help wanted signs everywhere. Some businesses have even closed their doors because they can’t get enough help. Fortunately, Guardian Angels Medical Services Dogs has maintained very faithful, reliable employees. Despite the challenges of the past couple of years, we needed to hire more great people because of our continued growth. We knew
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs And The Pittsburgh Pirates Team Up To Train A Service Dog For A Veteran In Need](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-and-the-pittsburgh-pirates-team-up-to-train-a-service-dog-for-a-veteran-in-need/) - The Pirates and PNC are teaming up with us to provide a service dog to a military veteran in the Pittsburgh area. Learn more about our collaboration here!
- [Jim Riehl's Friendly Automotive Group Donates to Service Dog Fund](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/jim-riehls-friendly-automotive-group-donates-service-dog-fund/) - Jim Riehl's Friendly Automotive Group has raised more than $7000 toward the training of a future Medical Service Dog, that will go on to help a veteran. Fox 2 News, Detroit covers the story
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Training Facility Coming to Pittsburgh - KDKA Story](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-training-facility-coming-to-pittsburgh-kdka-story/) - A great interview on KDKA’s Pittsburgh Today Live show with Guardian Angels’ Regional Development Director, Jack Wagner; Recipient, Dustin and his Service Dog, Spangle about Guardian Angels’ Pennsylvania Property Purchase… If you’d like to become involved with our program by supporting the training of Service Dogs for those on our waiting list, please visit: https://tinyurl.com/GAMSD-Giving
- [2019 Service Dog Hero of the Year Awarded to Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Alice](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/2019-service-dog-hero-of-the-year-awarded-to-guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-alice/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is excited to announce that on Friday, July 26, 2019 our Service Dog, Alice; specifically trained to assist Recipient Antonio was named the 2019 Service Dog Hero of the Yearby more than 900,000 nationwide voters and the American Humane Societies’ panel of judges.Alice has been watching over Antonio since 2016, after he tragically suffered a gun-shot wound to the head at the age of nine, while sitting in his parents’ car in 2015.
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Receives 100 Tickets From Southwest Airlines One Million Acts Of Kindness Challenge](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-receives-100-tickets-from-southwest-airlines-one-million-acts-of-kindness-challenge/) - Celebrating their 50th Anniversary, Southwest Airlines asked non profit organizations across the U.S. to tell them how they would benefit from free flights...
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Receives 2021 HIRE Vets Medallion Award from the U.S. Dept. of Labor](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-receives-2021-hire-vets-medallion-award-from-the-u-s-dept-of-labor/) - Guardian Angels becomes one of only 17 Platinum Medallion Awardees in Florida, and one of only 108 companies nationwide to receive the award for 3 of 4 years. WILLISTON, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, November 15, 2021 /EINPresswire.com/ -- U.S. Secretary of Labor Martin J. Walsh recognized Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs as one of the 848 recipients of
- [GGC National Contractors hosts first Annual Charity Golf Outing benefitting Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ggc-national-contractors-hosts-first-annual-charity-golf-outing-benefitting-guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs/) - Raises funds to train service dogs for veterans in need SEWICKLEY, PA, UNITED STATES, September 28, 2021 /EINPresswire.com/ -- GGC National Contractors hosted their first-ever charity golf outing with incredible success on September 20th at Diamond Run Golf Club on a beautiful day in Sewickley, PA. The event was sold out. "This was a terrific
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Wins 2021 VETTY Award for Efforts in Suicide Prevention](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-wins-2021-vetty-award-for-efforts-in-suicide-prevention/) - Nonprofit dedicated to providing Service Dogs to those in need honored to receive second VETTY Win from the Academy of United States Veterans WILLISTON, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2021 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs has been recognized as the winner of the 2021 VETTY award in the suicide prevention category, presented by the Academy of United
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs launches Puppy Love Campaign](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-launches-puppy-love-campaign/) - WILLISTON, FL, UNITED STATES- Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is pleased to announce the launch of the Puppy Love Campaign for the month of February. This campaign will benefit the organization’s mission of pairing veterans and first responders in need with lifesaving service dogs. “The goal for the Puppy Love Campaign is to raise awareness.
- [Career Day Press Release 2022](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/career-day-press-release-2022/) - GUARDIAN ANGELS MEDICAL SERVICE DOGS TO HOLD CAREER DAY APRIL 23, 2022: Williston, FL (EIN Presswire) –Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs will host its first ever Career Day at its Headquarters in Williston, Florida on April 23, 2022. Due to rapid growth, Guardian Angels will be interviewing for several positions including: Veterinarian Service Dog Trainers
- [Michael & Maci](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/michael-maci/) - While Michael was deployed in Afghanistan, his base was hit by rockets, which led to him suffering a shattered leg and jaw along with a traumatic brain injury. He was awarded the purple heart and spent over two years in Walter Reed Hospital, making him one of the longest-term patients at the hospital. Michael was
- [Sean & Thor – National Police Week](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sean-thor-national-police-week/) - Sean served his community for years as a police captain. While on duty, Sean received a call to respond to a local convenience store. There, he fought with a robbery suspect and was severely injured. Many surgeries and months of rehabilitation were necessary to help repair the damage from Sean’s broken back, traumatic brain injury,
- [In the Spotlight: Kensi Nicholson](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-kensi-nicholson/) - Since March of 2021, Kensi Nicholson has served the Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs’ team as an apprentice. Kensi’s Special Connection to Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs She has a special and strong connection to the mission of Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. Kensi comes from a large military family with relatives in every branch.
- [What Kind of Training do Service Dogs Get?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/what-kind-of-training-do-service-dogs-get/) - While you may be familiar with service dogs, you may not know the type of training they go through to become one. Service dog training includes various areas of study and can take a lengthy amount of time to complete. At Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, we’ve put together an overview of the training service
- [Pirates Adopt Team Dog; Ask Fans To Help Give Him A Name](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/pirates-adopt-team-dog-ask-fans-to-help-give-him-a-name/) - The Pirates have joined forces with Guard Angels Medical Service Dogs to introduce the Pirates Pup. Now we just need a name! Vote for your favorite name here!
- [Pirates Need Help Naming New Team Dog, Who Is Being Trained To Be ‘furever’ Friend For Veteran](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/pirates-need-help-naming-new-team-dog-who-is-being-trained-to-be-furever-friend-for-veteran/) - The Pirates teamed up with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs to provide a service dog to a military veteran. Help us choose a name here! Voting ends May 3.
- [Meet The Pittsburgh Pirates Team Dog](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/meet-the-pittsburgh-pirates-team-dog/) - Online voting is underway to name our upcoming medical service dog, the Pirates pooch. Find out how to participate in choosing a name here!
- [In the Spotlight: Jim Granoff, Volunteer Foster/Trainer](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-jim-granoff-volunteer-foster-trainer/) - At Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, our volunteers and fosters play a crucial role in helping us prepare our dogs for our recipients to help them lead a more independent and accessible life. Jim Granoff is one of the volunteers who goes above and beyond for our organization, to help us in our mission to
- [Kathy & Jule](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/kathy-jule/) - Recipient Kathy has Multiple Sclerosis, and before being paired with her Service Dog, Jule in 2020, reported that life was very difficult. Jule assists Kathy with her stability while walking. “There are times when I can’t tell the difference from a flat surface, a slope, or drop off, but Jule helps by maneuvering me, and
- [Message From Our Founder:  How Guardian Angels Survived and Thrived Through COVID](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-how-guardian-angels-survived-and-thrived-through-covid/) - A lot of businesses have suffered greatly through the pandemic. Thirty percent of small businesses and even some large businesses, including non-profits, closed their doors permanently in the last two years. It is estimated that another 10% of the remaining businesses have been so severely damaged that they may still permanently close in the next
- [Message from Our Founder on the Future of the Company](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/message-from-our-founder-on-the-future-of-the-company/) - See our founder's message here and upcoming projects to help us train & provide service dogs. Our recent projects new facilities in Pittsburgh and Florida.
- [In the Spotlight:  Chris Weber](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/in-the-spotlight-chris-weber/) - Meet the team responsible for helping us train and provide service dogs to those in need. This month, we're featuring Chris Weber and his story with GAMDS.
- [Brain Injury Awareness Month](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/brain-injury-awareness-month/) - March is Brain injury awareness month so to help you learn more, we've put together facts and how GAMSD can support those with brain injury with service dogs.
- [Matt & Cobalt](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/matt-cobalt/) - Meet our featured medical service dog recipient Matthew and learn more about how Cobalt has helped in his day-to-day life. Also, see how you can help support!
- [Southwest Airlines Awards Guardian Angels 100 free flights](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/southwest-airlines-awards-guardian-angels-100-free-flights/) - Celebrating their 50th Anniversary, Southwest Airlines asked non profit organizations across the U.S. to tell them how they would benefit from free flights...
- [Guardian Angels receives 2021 HIRE Vets Medallion](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-receives-2021-hire-vets-medallion/)
- [Guardian Angels' Jack Wagner on KDKA with Meghan Schiller](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-jack-wagner-on-kdka-with-meghan-schiller/) - If you’d like to help the next veteran on our waiting list be paired with a Service Dog this Veterans’ Day, please go Here
- [Guardian Angels featured in Tribe Live, Pittsburgh](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-featured-in-tribe-live-pittsburgh/) - Great article about Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs written by Darren Yuvan, and published on Monday, November 8, 2021. Click here to read the full article, or see the pdf attached below:
- [Veterans Tout Benefits of Service Dogs - The Almanac Article](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/veterans-tout-benefits-of-service-dogs-the-almanac-article/) - Pictured above are: Recipient Craig & his Service Dog, Foxy, Guardian Angels Medical Service Dog Regional Coordinator, Jack Wagner and (in white uniform) Life Changing Service Dogs for Veterans President, Bill Jeffcoat. In the article by Harry Funk, Recipient Craig talks about the many changes Service Dog Foxy has made in his life – both
- [Recipient Eric discussing Michigan's New Service Dog Law](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipient-eric-on-the-news-discussing-michigans-new-service-dog-law/) - Here’s a terrific interview from Michigan, done by our very first Michigan recipient, Eric with Lansing
- [Passing of the Leash - Hero Dog of the Year 2015](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipient-tom-his-super-service-dog-camo/) - Each year, Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs selects one dog that has gone above & beyond the call of duty...
- [Ranger: A PTSD Service Dog Book Getting Noticed!](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ranger-a-ptsd-service-dog-book-getting-noticed/) - The Daily Herald, an Illinois Newspaper, does a great article about our Ranger: A PTSD Service Dog book's Illustrator, Gail Diedrichsen.
- [KDKA Story about Super Service Dog, Camo & his Veteran Recipient, Tom](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/kdka-story-about-super-service-dog-camo-his-veteran-recipient-tom/) - Watch this amazing story about Veteran Tom and the difference his Super Service Dog, Camo has made in his life – done by Sarah Arbogast at KDKA News: http://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/ About Latest Posts Mary Jo Brandt Mary Jo has an extensive history working with the media as well as a Bachelor of Science degree from the
- [Chubb Classic & Waste Management choose Guardian Angels](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/chubb-classic-waste-management-choose-guardian-angels/) - The recent Chubb Classic PGA golf tournament teamed up with Waste Management to feature a birdie contest – for every 50 birdies, they would donate $1,000 (up to $5,000) to a charity of their choosing. We were honored beyond words that they chose Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs to contribute to this year. See the
- [Fox 2 Detroit Story on our recipients, mission and children's book](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/1690-2/) - About Latest Posts Mary Jo Brandt Mary Jo has an extensive history working with the media as well as a Bachelor of Science degree from the College of Engineering and Engineering Technology at Northern Illinois University. Mary Jo has worked for companies such as Gannett, News Bank Inc., E.W. Scripps Company, Lee Enterprises, Pulitzer, Inc.,
- [Home - Gainesville Magazine](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/home-gainesville-magazine/) - A great read about #ServiceDogs and the services that they provide to their recipients, as well insight into the work that goes into training and pairing these amazing dogs.Click this link to read and enjoy! http://homemagazinegainesville.com/from-isolation-to-engagement/ About Latest Posts Mary Jo Brandt Mary Jo has an extensive history working with the media as well as a
- [Mutt Strut Comes to Dayton, Ohio](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/mutt-strut-comes-to-dayton-ohio/) - WDTN News covers the Mutt Strut Kick-Off Breakfast. The beginning of Dayton’s first Annual Mutt Strut fundraising event, hosted by PNC Bank. While this fun-fundraising event is seeing it’s first time in Dayton, PNC has hosted the event for the past 2 years in Pittsburgh, and last year, adding Erie, PA to the lineup. This
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Awarded HIRE VETS Gold Medallion for 2019](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-awarded-hire-vets-gold-medallion-for-2019/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is honored to have been awarded the Department of Labor’s HIRE Vets Gold Medallion for 2019. In fact, we are the only company or organization in all of Levy, Alachua, Gilchrist, Dixie, Marion and Citrus Florida Counties combined to receive the award. The HIRE Vets program is designed to recognize
- [Guardian Angels Expands Foster Family Program to Pittsburgh Area](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-expands-foster-family-program-to-pittsburgh-area/) - Foster Trainer, Chuck with one of his future Service Dog Fosters Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Foster Family Program Expands into Pittsburgh Williston, FLA: Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Inc. a 501(c)3 non-profit organization based in Williston, Florida announces the expansion of its Foster Family Training Program into Pittsburgh and surrounding areas as part of
- [Two Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs enter American Humane Hero Dog Awards for 2020](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/2-guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-enter-american-humane-hero-dog-awards-for-2020/) - #TeamNick & #TeamRhino Enter Hero Dog Awards Our recipients may be of different genders, with different medical conditions and different histories. They may live half way across the country from each other, but #TeamNick and #TeamRhino share 3 very important things: They both have Service Dogs that come from Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. They’ve
- [Nottingham Resident Helps Improve Lives of Veterans through Service Dogs - South Hills Messenger](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/nottingham-resident-helps-improve-lives-veterans-service-dogs-south-hills-messenger/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Pittsburgh Regional Coordinator, Tony Accamondo gives his passion and efforts to Veterans, working to raise funds to pair them with medical service dogs.
- [KDKA Story - 6 Pittsburgh Recipients](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/kdka-story-6-pittsburgh-recipients/) - Click the link below to view a heartwarming story of our 6 Pittsburgh recipients, and to hear their incredible stories. Our Pittsburgh area Regional Coordinator, Tony Accamando, who owns Veterans Cable Services and started Life Changing Service Dogs for Veterans – Tony is driven to help his fellow veterans, and has led the charge in
- [Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Recipient Story](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/pittsburgh-post-gazette-guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-recipient-story/) - As our Executive Director and Trainer visited with our Regional Coordinator, Tony Accamando and our Pittsburgh recipients, last week in Pittsburgh; The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette took the opportunity of their visit to tell the story of Guardian Angels and our recipients. Below, is the article written by Linda Wilson-Fuoco, and published in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette on July 16,
- [Service Dogs "Life-Changing" for Local Veterans - Story by WESA 90.5 - Pittsburgh](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/service-dogs-life-changing-local-veterans-story-wesa-90-5-pittsburgh/) - Pittsburgh NPR Station WESA 90.5’s Matt Nemeth visited with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Executive Director, Carol Borden and our recent Pittsburgh recipients during the Guardian Angels team recent visit to “The ‘Burgh”. You can read Matt’s article here: http://wesa.fm/post/service-dogs-life-changing-local-veterans Photo credit to Matt Nemeth About Latest Posts Mary Jo Brandt Mary Jo has an
- [Waterside Neighbors Magazine - February, 2017](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/waterside-neighbors-magazine-february-2017/) - Waterside Neighbors Magazine published this nice feature story on Guardian Angels for their February, 2017 issue.
- [A Man's Best Friend - by the Duquesne Duke](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/mans-best-friend-duquesne-duke/)
- [Fake Service Animals: Atlanta's ABC News, WJAX talks about their impact on Airlines](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/fake-service-animals-atlantas-abc-news-wjax-talks-impact-airlines/) - WJAX News, Atlanta interviews AFA International President Sara Nelson, Guardian Angels Founder and CEO Carol Borden and Florida State Representative Jimmie T. Smith regarding the impact of fake service animals.
- [Carol Borden Nominated for Pet Industry Woman of the Year](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/carol-borden-nominated-pet-industry-woman-year/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is proud to announce that our Founder & CEO, Carol Borden has been named a finalist for the Pet Industry Woman of the Year
- [Better Health Destination Florida Segment](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/better-health-destination-florida-segment/) - Better Health Destination Florida host, Rob Kircher visited with Guardian Angels Founder & CEO, Carol Borden during our Bark-A-Que event March, 2017 in Naples, Florida.
- [WGCU Radio Interview with Carol Borden](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/wgcu-radio-interview-carol-borden/) - Listen to this terrific interview on #ServiceDogs, by host Julie Glenn as she interviews our own Carol Borden, Rebecca Williams from the Southeast ADA Center and Maryann Grignon from the Southwest Florida Council of the blind as they discuss service dog laws, policies and the difference between Service Dogs and Emotional Support Animals. http://news.wgcu.org/post/service-or-support-animals-training-key-helping-disabled-floridians
- [Echo Analytics Article - How Animals Aid Learning in Tampa](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/echo-analytics-article-how-animals-aid-learning-in-tampa/)
- [Armstrong Cable Healing Heroes Campaign](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/armstrong-cable-healing-heroes-campaign/) - Armstrong Cable has launched the Healing Heroes Campaign in conjunction with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs to pair Veterans with Medical Service Dogs. Join us, because Together, We can Unleash the Power to Heal.
- [WSB-TV Atlanta Investigates Imposter Service Animals on Flights - October, 2016](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/wsb-tv-atlanta-investigates-imposter-service-animals-flights-october-2016/) - WSB-TV Atlanta interviews Carol Borden of Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, and others about the importance of legitimate service dogs, and the danger of imposters.
- [100.3 The Sound - Los Angeles-Radio Promo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/100-3-sound-los-angeles-radio-promo/) - Watch this promo for an upcoming Radio interview of our very own Carol Borden on 100.3 The Sound FM. And be sure to check back to hear the full interview soon!
- [100.3 The Sound Radio Interview with Carol Borden](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/100-3-the-sound-interview2017/) - Did you miss the on-air interview? Tina Mastramico with 100.3 The Sound based in Los Angeles interviewed our very own Founder and CEO, Carol Borden in this 12-minute interview, aired on Sunday, July 2, 2017. Just click the play button below to hear the interview in its entirety. https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Guardian-Angels-Medical-Service-Dogs-Carol.mp3
- [Guardian Angels Receives Grant from DVNF](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-receives-grant-from-dvnf/) - WCJB TVNews20 covers the exciting news that Guardian Angels has received a $25,000 grant from DVNF – the Disabled Veterans National Foundation to train a service dog for a veteran in need. Watch the full story here: https://www.wcjb.com/video?vid=508971992 About Latest Posts Mary Jo Brandt Mary Jo has an extensive history working with the media as
- [Recipient John talks with Andy Davis on Y108 about his Service Dog, Ranger](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipient-john-talks-with-andy-davis-on-y107-about-his-service-dog-ranger/) - John & his Service Dog, Ranger Veteran John sits down with Andy Davis to talk about the experiences that led to his #PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury, And how his Service Dog, Ranger saved his life. This powerful story gives some true insight into the need for Medical Service Dogs. Many thanks to WorralWind Studios
- [Recipient Dustin talks about his Super Service Dog, Spangle to the Post-Gazette](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipient-dustin-talks-about-his-super-service-dog-spangle-to-the-post-gazette/) - This interview was done in Pittsburgh, as we paired 5 new recipients with Service Dogs. Dustin, who’s had his Service Dog Spangle since August of 2018, and Ben and his Service Dog Bolt, who’ve been together since September of 2019; joined with the newly paired recipients to help them get answers to some of their
- [5 Service Dogs Paired in Pittsburgh](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/5-service-dogs-paired-in-pittsburgh/) - Guardian Angels trainer Joanne lives in Pittsburgh, but on Friday, May 22nd, she booked a one-way ticket to Florida to meet up with Guardian Angels Florida trainer, Paige. The 2 of them loaded a truck with crates, and proceeded to drive to Pittsburgh, because that’s where they were needed. 5 applicants, who’d been eagerly awaiting
- [TCF Bank Raises $20,000 for Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tcf-bank-raises-20000-for-guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs/) - TCF Bank customers and team members raised more than $20,000 for Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, supporting the training of medical service dogs to help disabled veterans and first responders.
- [Recipient Mike and his Super #ServiceDog, Julie speak with #NBC25 News](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipient-mike-super-servicedog-julie-speak-nbc25-news/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Recipient, Mike speaks about how his #ServiceDog, Julie changed his life for the better.
- [Pittsburgh's KDKA News interview Recipient John about Mutt Strut 2017](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/pittsburghs-kdka-news-interview-recipient-john-mutt-strut-2017/) - If you'd like to purchase tickets now, simply click the below link: Mutt Strut
- [Pittsburgh Post Gazette - Saved by A Dog - A Soldier's Story](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/pittsburgh-post-gazette-saved-dog-soldiers-story/) - By Linda Wilson Fuoco / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette John & his #ServiceDog, Ranger Every day Army Capt. John Kelly sees a reminder of his 2009-2010 deployment in Afghanistan. Inked on his right forearm is a large tattoo of six military“dog tags,” each inscribed with the name of a friend killed in battle. “I saw people get
- [Mutt Strut - 2017](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/mutt-strut-2017/) - What can we say about this year’s #MuttStrut, other than “Thank You”. Thank you to PNC Bank, and all their hard work making this such an incredible event. Thank you to the beautiful people of Pittsburgh, who came out and supported us this year. Thank you to Frick park for use of their beautiful space.
- [Pupdate on Service Dog, Huey from Pittsburgh International Airport](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/pupdate-service-dog-huey-pittsburgh-international-airport/) - Pupdate on Service Dog Huey following injury
- [Best Friends Day](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/best-friends-day/) - We create new best friends everyday. And with your help, we can continue creating more. Join our Paw Prints Club and make help someone in need get their own very special 4-legged best friend! Learn more: https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/pawprintsclub/
- [Red Wings Alumni Charity Hockey Game to benefit Veterans - Fox2 News Detroit](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/red-wings-alumni-charity-hockey-game-benefit-veterans-fox2-news-detroit/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Recipient, Mike his Service Dog, Julie and Ted Stahls speak about a Veterans Day weekend fundraising Hockey game with the Detroit Red Wings alumni.
- [Guardian Angels at the PNC Father-Son Challenge, December, 2017](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-pnc-father-son-challenge-december-2017/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs was thrilled to partner with PNC Bank at the PNC Father Son Challenge held in December, 2017 at the beautiful Ritz Carlton, Orlando, Grande Lakes Resort.
- [Nate Burney - Article in Army Magazine January, 2018](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/nate-burney-article-in-army-magazine-january-2018/) - This month's Army Magazine's Seven Questions segment features Guardian Angels very own National Canine Program Director, Nate Burney.
- [Vetty Award Acceptance Speech, 2018 - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/vetty-award-acceptance-speech-2018/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs accepts the 2018 #VETTY Award in the Mental Health Category On January 20, 2018 our Founder and CEO, Carol Borden and our National Canine Program Director, Nate Burney were in Washington, D.C. at the Mayflower Hotel for the 2018 VETTY Awards, created and hosted by the Academy of United States
- [Stahl's Automotive Museum Raises funds- Grosse Pointe Magazine](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/stahls-automotive-museum-raises-funds-grosse-pointe-magazine/) - Stahls’ Automotive Museum Raises Funds for Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs – by Melissa Walsh This month’s Grosse Pointe Magazine has published a fantastic story about the incredible people at Stahl’s Museum, and their fundraising efforts this past Veterans’ Day weekend. Read the story here: About Latest Posts Mary Jo Brandt Mary Jo has an
- [The Ilene Silverman Show Interviews Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ilene-silverman-show-interviews-guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs/) - The Ilene Silverman Show Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Founder and CEO, Carol Borden; along with Fundraising & Events Coordinator, Rachel Edwing were honored to be recent guests on the Ilene Silverman Show. In watching this terrific 30 minute interview, you can learn a great deal about our organization and ways to get involved! If
- [WCJB Gainesville - Guardian Angels Receives 2018 Vetty Award](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/wcjb-gainesville-guardian-angels-receives-2018-vetty-award/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs wins 2018 Vetty Award in Mental Health Category. The good news is spreading! WCJB, TV-20 out of Gainesville, Florida covers the story of our Academy of United States Veterans “VETTY” Award, accepted by our Founder & CEO, Carol Borden on January, 20, 2018 at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C.
- [Sarasota Police Department - PSA: Service Animals](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sarasota-police-department-psa-service-animals/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs was honored to team up with the Sarasota Police Department to increase awareness of Service Dog Laws in Florida.
- [Guardian Angels named Finalist for 2020 VETTY® Award](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-named-finalist-for-2020-vetty-award/) - We've just received the exciting news that Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs has been named a Finalist for a 2020 VETTY Award by the Academy of United States Veterans (AUSV) in the Suicide Prevention Category.
- [For the Love of Dogs & Chocolate](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/love-dogs-chocolate/) - Thank you to everyone who sponsored, donated and attended our “For the Love of Dogs & Chocolate” event at Swamp Head Brewery on February 11, 2018. With special thanks to Swamp Head Brewery, 98.5 KTK, Rocco & Roxie Supply Co. and Astor Chocolate. About Latest Posts Mary Jo Brandt Mary Jo has an extensive history
- [Guardian Angels Recipient, John & Service Dog Ranger chosen to name Draft Pick](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-recipient-john-service-dog-ranger-chosen-name-draft-pick/) - How Exciting! Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs' Recipient, John and his Service Dog, Ranger have been chosen by the Pittsburgh Steelers to announce the 5th draft pick in this year's NFL Draft! John is a veteran of Afghanistan, an Army Captain, and Bronze Star recipient. He has been chosen as part of the NFL's Salute
- [Brandon & Service Dog Apache - U.S. Dept. of Defense Interview](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/brandon-service-dog-apache-u-s-dept-defense-interview/) - U.S. Dept. of Defense article about Air Force Veteran, Brandon and the difference his Service Dog Apache is making in his life.
- [John & Ranger's Steelers Draft Pick](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/john-rangers-steelers-draft-pick/) - I Can’t Describe the level of Awesome On April 28, 2018, Guardian Angels Recipient, Captain John Kelly, (Ret.) and his Super Service Dog, Ranger were invited to announce the Pittsburgh Steelers 5th round draft pick on live television. John shared with us some of his great behind the scenes photos and videos of his experience.
- [ABC Jet 24 Coverage of the Mutt Strut Kick Off Breakfast](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/kdka-coverage-mutt-strut-kick-off-breakfast/) - Planning for the 2018 Mutt Strut is underway in Pittsburgh, and there was a big turnout for the kick off breakfast held on May 22, 2108. Information on upcoming Mutt Strut ticket sales will be available soon, watch our website and social media for details! This year’s event looks to be even bigger and better
- [The Mutt Strut Comes to Erie, PA WJET News Story](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/mutt-strut-comes-erie-pa-wjet-news-story/) - WJET News Reports on the Mutt Strut coming to Erie, PA. PNC Bank and Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is proud to announce the expansion of the Mutt Strut event for 2018! Thanks to WJET news for this coverage of our upcoming event. If you’re interested in attending, volunteering, becoming a vendor or sponsoring this
- [Armstrong Discusses their Healing Heroes Program](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/armstrong-discusses-healing-heroes-program/) - Our incredible friends at Armstrong Cable talk about their Healing Heroes Program, benefitting Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, and the results they’ve seen first-hand. About Latest Posts Mary Jo Brandt Mary Jo has an extensive history working with the media as well as a Bachelor of Science degree from the College of Engineering and Engineering
- [Guardian Angels featured on Fox & Friends "Good News" with Janice Dean](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-featured-on-fox-friends-good-news-with-janice-dean/) - Guardian Angels travels to Michigan to Deliver Service Dogs to Veterans during COVID-19 crisis. Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs donates individually trained medical service dogs to veterans, first-responders and civilians who suffer from both visible and invisible disabilities including PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury, diabetic & seizure disorders, mobility issues and more. This year, Guardian Angels
- [Guardian Angels Heading for Washington County, PA](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/newcampusprogress-washingtonctypa/) - Artist Rendering of future Guardian Angels Washington County, PA Campus Media Contact: Jack Wagner 412-352-1111 jwagner@medicalservicedogs.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Awarded Economic Development Grant to Support Construction of New Campus in Washington County, Pennsylvania WILLISTON, FLORIDA (Jan. 5, 2021) – Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs was recently awarded the Economic Development
- [Recipient Haylee & Service Dog Spree on NBC News upon return to School](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipient-haylee-service-dog-spree-nbc-news-upon-return-school/) - Recipient Haylee was in the 1200 building at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School on February 14, 2018 when a gunman opened fire, killing 17 of her fellow classmates and teachers. Since that time she has had panic attacks, terrifying nightmares and the continuous fear of being alone. On June 30, 2018, we paired her with
- [Annual event honors military, benefits service dog organization](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/annual-event-honors-military-benefits-service-dog-organization/) - GP as a puppy during training. A few short years ago, a group of Grosse Pointe organizations and individuals pooled their resources to sponsor a service dog. Source: Annual event honors military, benefits service dog organization
- [The Erie Mutt Strut makes the news on YourErie!](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/erie-mutt-strut-makes-news-yourerie/) - Join PNC for the first Erie Mutt Strut! Being held Saturday, October 13, 2018 in Bayview Park.
- [Carol Borden named WIPIN Corporate Woman of the Year for 2018](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/carol-borden-named-wipin-corporate-woman-year-2018/) - Carol Borden, Founder & CEO of Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Inc. Named Women in the Pet Industry Network Corporate Woman of the Year for 2018 On October 3, 2018, Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Founder and CEO, Carol Borden was selected as the 2018 Corporate Pet Industry Woman of the Year, at an awards
- [Erie Mutt Strut, 2018 - YourErie.com Story](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/erie-mutt-strut-2018-yourerie-com-story/) - Thanks to YourErie.com for great coverage of our first-ever Erie Mutt Strut event, hosted by the amazing people at PNC Bank. Thanks to all the vendors, sponsors and attendees who made this first-time Erie event possible.
- [Fox 2 News Covers Stahl's Veterans Day Weekend Events](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/fox-2-news-covers-stahls-veterans-day-weekend-events/) - Join Stahl's Auto Museum for incredible events this Veterans Day weekend, featuring a tour of their World-Class Museum, and a charity hockey game with proceeds benefitting Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs.
- [Carol Borden on 106.9 I Am Country Radio](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/carol-borden-106-9-country-radio/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Founder & CEO, Carol Borden was on I Am Country, 106.9 Radio recently, talking about our upcoming 2018 Passing of the Leash Ceremony, that will be held in Gainesville at the GFWC Woman's Club facility, located at 2809 W. University Ave in Gainesville on Saturday, December 1, 2018 from 7-9pm.
- [Naturally Healthy Pets Radio Show interviews Carol Borden](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/naturally-healthy-pets-radio-show-interviews-carol-borden/) - Dr. Judy Morgan, host of the Naturally Healthy Pets radio podcast, interviews Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Founder & CEO, Carol Borden in this one-hour broadcast.
- [Sterling Heights Michigan Sponsors future Service Dog](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sterling-heights-michigan-sponsors-future-service-dog/) - True Community. The City of Sterling Heights Michigan recently came together - not only to celebrate their new community center, but to Sponsor the training of a Service Dog for a Veteran or First-Responder as well.
- [Gina's Epilepsy Study with Service Dog, Rhino, 2018](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ginas-epilepsy-study-service-dog-rhino-2018/) - Follow Recipient, Gina and her Service Dog, Rhino through their epilipsy study, and see how Rhino was able to assist her during this journey.
- [Chuck & Deb's 25th Foster on WINK News](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/chuck-debs-25th-foster-wink-news/) - Chuck & Deb are foster-training their 25th future Service Dog for Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. WINK News shares their story...
- [WINK News - Survivor Heals with a little Help](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/wink-news-survivor-heals-little-help/) - It wasn't until Haylee was paired with Service Dog, Spree that she was able to return to Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School, following the shooting that occurred there in February of 2018.
- [Fox 2 News Detroit, interviews Recipient, Matt on his Service Dog, Cobalt](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/fox-2-news-detroit-interviews-recipient-matt-service-dog-cobalt/) - Matthew had his dog Sandy for 12 years before he had to put her down. As an Iraq war vet with PTSD, saying goodbye to his companion wasn't easy. "That was the hardest thing I ever had to do," Matt said. "After that, then I just started to become hopeless."...Until Service Dog, Cobalt entered his life.
- [Medina, Ohio Gazette Story on Recipient Bryan & his Service Dog, Fahrny](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/medina-ohio-gazette-story-recipient-bryan-service-dog-fahrny/) - Nathan Havenner, Reporter, through The Gazette in Medina, Ohio has just published a great story on Recipient, Bryan, his post-military struggles after injuries from 2 roadside bombs in Fallujah, Iraq, and his pairing with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dog, Fahrny. Fahrny's training was sponsored by the amazing team at Armstrong Cable, who have run a
- [Mass Shooting Survivor Raises funds for Medical Service Dog](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/mass-shooting-survivor-raises-funds-for-medical-service-dog/) - WPBF covers the story of Amber Muller a Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School shooting survivor, who is raising funds to cover the costs associated with a medical service dog from Guardian Angels. Guardian Angels never charges recipients for their service dogs, but many recipients and applicants raise funds to help cover the costs associated with
- [Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation Grants funds to Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Inc.](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/pittsburgh-penguins-foundation-grants-funds-to-guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-inc/) - Recipient, Dustin & Service Dog, Spangle pose with the check from Penguins Foundation Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs was honored to receive a $20,000 grant from the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation which was awarded at a ceremony on May 21, 2019. Our Pittsburgh Regional Development Director, Jack Wagner was on hand, along with Guardian Angels’ Recipient
- [Santa Fe College Service Dog becomes first Canine Graduate - Gainesville Sun](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/santa-fe-college-service-dog-becomes-first-canine-graduate-gainesville-sun/) - Congratulations to Recipient, BJ and her Super #ServiceDog, Wilson! Paired back in 2011, BJ & Wilson have been absolutely Rocking their beautiful New Normal, and now, they’ve both graduated from Santa Fe College, where BJ earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Multimedia & video production technology. Both BJ and Wilson looked the perfect pair in their
- [Gmar And Michigan State Police Trooper School Come Together To Sponsor Medical Service Dog](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/gmar-and-michigan-state-police-trooper-school-come-together-to-sponsor-medical-service-dog/) - Lansing, MI: In February 2019, Sgt. McRae of the Michigan State Police Trooper Recruit School set a goal. To honor Michigan State Trooper Craig A. Scott; a military veteran who was killed in the line of duty after 7 years on the force in 1982. Each recruit class creates a Hero WOD (workout of the
- [Connecticut Raises funds for Guardian Angels with Barks, Brews & BBQ 2019](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/connecticut-raises-funds-for-guardian-angels-with-barks-brews-bbq-2019/) - Connecticut Group Raises funds for Guardian Angels with Barks, Brews & BBQ 2019
- [GMAR and Michigan State Police Trooper School future Service Dog Named](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/gmar-and-michigan-state-police-trooper-school-future-service-dog-named/) - For Immediate Release Medical Service Dog for Local Disabled Veteran Named Honoring the State of Michigan with Training fully Sponsored by the Greater Metropolitan Association of REALTORS® and the Michigan State Police WILLISTON, FLA (MARCH 6, 2020) – The public has spoken, and the next Guardian Angels Medical Service Dog has been named Tuebor (pronounced
- [Recipient, Brigadier General Donald Bolduc & Service Dog, Victor on Fox and Friends](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipient-brigadier-general-donald-bolduc-service-dog-victor-on-fox-and-friends/) - Brigadier General (U.S. Army, Retired) and Guardian Angels Medical Service Dog Recipient Donald Bolduc was on Fox & Friends today, discussing the military response to the 9/11 attacks.
- [Guardian Angels begins training program for Incarcerated Veterans at Mercer](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-begins-training-program-for-incarcerated-veterans-at-mercer/) - PITTSBURGH, PA (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) It is with great pleasure that we announce our latest partnership, with the Pennsylvania State Correctional Institution at Mercer. As part of our new partnership, incarcerated veterans will train some of our future service dogs, beginning at approximately 5 months of age, all while earning college credit. The program is already
- [Dogs of Honor - Sarah & Roberts' Service Dog Wedding](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/dogs-of-honor-sarah-roberts-service-dog-wedding/) - What a beautiful day for Recipients’ Robert & Sarah, who, with their Service Dogs by their sides, walked down the aisle and said their vows. Robert & Sarah have made many friends through their Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Community, many of whom were in attendance; including Service Dog Nina who served as the “flower
- [Guardian Angels Named Finalist for a VETTY Award](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-named-finalist-for-a-vetty-award/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Inc is committed to bringing awareness to and reducing the number of suicides in our veteran community. This year, we were nominated, and are now finalists for a VETTY® Award, presented by the Academy of United States Veterans. We won a VETTY in 2017, in the Mental Health Category, and
- [A New Leash on Life - Craig & Foxy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/a-new-leash-on-life-craig-foxy/) - A New Leash on Life By: Angie Carducci for PNC Bank How one veteran’s new service dog brought him out of the basement and back into society, and how you can help others like him with this year’s Virtual Mutt Strut. Earlier this year, just before The Tower at PNC Plaza largely emptied as Pittsburgh, like
- [National Random Acts of Kindness Day - How you can Help Nonprofits Survive](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/national-random-acts-of-kindness-day-how-you-can-help-nonprofits-survive/) - – An Op-Ed by Carol Borden, Founder & CEO, Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs One focus during the pandemic has, rightly so, been on small businesses. Supporting small businesses during these difficult times is how we rise up as a community to take care of one another. Consider for a moment however, that nonprofits are
- [Recipient Kelsey on Bloom-WFLA](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipient-kelsey-on-bloom-wfla/) - Recipient Kelsey and her Super Service Dog Flag were featured on WFLA station “Bloom” program today, talking about Women’s History Month, and of course, Flag! About Latest Posts Mary Jo Brandt Mary Jo has an extensive history working with the media as well as a Bachelor of Science degree from the College of Engineering and
- [Antonio & Alice on Lex18 - Brain Injury Awareness Month](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/brain-injury-awareness/) - March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, and LEX18 news out of Lexington, KY has aired a story about Brain Injury Awareness, featuring Recipient Antonio, his Service Dog, Alice (2019 American Humane Hero Dog of the Year) along with his mother, Tara, talking about how her son’s traumatic brain injury has drastically changed their life, and how
- [WUFT's Greater Good featuring Guardian Angels](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs-was-honored-to-participate-in-wufts-greater-good-program/) - We hope you enjoyed the segment! To sponsor a dog, please contact Jeff Dobbertien at: (352) 817-0184 or JDobbertien@MedicalServiceDogs.com To join in on Florida or Pennsylvania Campus Campaigns, Contact Mary Jo Brandt at: (239) 771-3703 or MJ@MedicalServiceDogs.com To participate in our Puppy Huggers or Foster Family Programs, Please contact Kelsey Klee at: (352) 789-5016 or KKlee@MedicalServiceDogs.com Join our Paw
- [Guardian Angels Recognized with 2nd VETTY Award](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-recognized-with-2nd-vetty-award/) - Guardian Angels are thrilled to announce that we have been awarded a VETTY Award in the Suicide Prevention category by the Academy of United States Veterans (AUSV). On Saturday, July 3, 2021, the AUSV held their Vetty La Vie Awards ceremony. Actor and philanthropist, Casey Affleck presented the award for Outstanding Service to Veterans in
- [Mutt Strut 2021](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/mutt-strut-2021/) - Seeking Patriotic Americans who think 22 suicides per day is too many. Join the #MuttStrut, and help us raise, train & donate #ServiceDogs to veterans with permanent disabilities.
- [Ben & Service Dog Bolt Appear on WFLAs Bloom](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ben-service-dog-bolt-appear-on-wflas-bloom/) - About Latest Posts Mary Jo Brandt Mary Jo has an extensive history working with the media as well as a Bachelor of Science degree from the College of Engineering and Engineering Technology at Northern Illinois University. Mary Jo has worked for companies such as Gannett, News Bank Inc., E.W. Scripps Company, Lee Enterprises, Pulitzer, Inc.,
- [Guardian Angels featured in Trib Live, Pittsburgh](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angels-featured-in-trib-live-pittsburgh/) - Great article about Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs written by Darren Yuvan, and published on Monday, November 8, 2021. Click Here to read the full article, or see the pdf attached below: About Latest Posts Mary Jo Brandt Mary Jo has an extensive history working with the media as well as a Bachelor of Science
- [WQED Pittsburgh](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/wqed-pittsburgh/)
- [Four Legged Guardian Angels Are Making Life Easier For Their Owners](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/four-legged-guardian-angels-are-making-life-easier-for-their-owners/) - Mara Carruthers goes for a walk on a dreary, rainy day with Allie, a two-year-old German Shepherd who just gave birth to 7 puppies, at Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs in Williston on February 8. [Bruce Ackerman/Ocala Gazette] 2022. Linda Lorie doubts she’d be alive today had it not been for the quick action of

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- [Individual Giving New](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/individual-giving-new/) - Create your own legacy or donate in honor of someone else. Contact giving@medicalservicedogs.org for more information.
- [  Events](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event/) - See upcoming events and updates from Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. If you are interested in supporting an event or fundraiser, contact us here!
- [Defender Service Awards Finalist](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/defender-awards/) - Vote Daily – Help Us Win $30,000 and 2025 Defender! Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is a 2025 Defender Service Award Honorees Finalist! Voting is open October 3, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. ET through October 19, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. ET. We need you to help us win: Find us in the Honorees Category Begin
- [About Us](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/about-us/) - Since 2010, we've been providing medical service dogs to veterans and those in need. Learn about our service dogs here and how you can help support our mission.
- [Our Story](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/our-story/)
- [Career Opportunities](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/contact-us/career/) - Guardian Angels Mission Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Inc., was created for the charitable purpose of raising, training, and then donating, highly skilled service dogs to people with mental and/or physical disabilities to provide assistance, and independence and improve their quality of life. In addition, it is our goal to promote education and pioneer research
- [Sponsorship Opportunities](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsorship-opportunities/) - Unleash the Power of Giving
- [Apprentice Trainer Program](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/applications/apprentice-trainer-program/) - Guardian Angels now offer a Medical Service dog Training Apprenticeship. If you are interested in becoming a medical service dog trainer, apply for our program!
- [Contact Us](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/contact-us/) - Get in touch with us for donations, volunteering opportunities, questions, and more. You can contact us by filling out our forms or calling us directly.
- [Get Involved](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/get-involved/) - From volunteers to donations, we are always looking for help to support our mission of providing service dogs to those in need. See the ways you can help here.
- [New Story](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/new-story/) - Guardian Angels Story We are a national organization from which thousands of people reap the benefits of a service dog.
- [Join Our Team / Volunteer](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/our-impact/join-our-team-volunteer/) - You can help us with our mission of providing medical service dogs to those in need. See our volunteer options such as puppy cuddler, foster, and more!
- [   Donate](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donate/) - Help us Unleash the Power to Heal! Donate to help us provide medical service dogs to change & save the lives of those who need them. See donation options here!
- [  Fundraising](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/fundraising/) - Looking for a way to give back? Help us train and provide service dogs to those in need. Get involved with these fundraising opportunities!
- [Service Dog Sponsorship Application](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/applications/service-dog-sponsorship-application/) - Dog Application If you are interested in welcoming a new pet to your home, consider adopting a retired medical service dog from Guardian Angels. With our dog adoptions, you can rehome a unique dog who has spent most of its life serving those in need. Adopting a retired service dog provides you with an amazing
- [Apprentice Program](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/apprentice-program/) - Join us as an appreciation to see how you can help us achieve our mission of providing medical service dogs to veterans and those with disabilities.
- [Service Dog Medical Savings Plan](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/service-dog-medical-savings-plan/) - For our service dog recipients, we offer the service dog medical savings plan to help cover the cost of care. Learn more and sign up here.
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/privacy-policy/) - Commitment to Your Privacy We invite you to read this policy carefully to understand how we safeguard your information and respect your privacy. Your use of our Site and Services signifies your consent to our collection, use and disclosure practices as well as other items described in our policy. Information We Collect and Use We
- [Service Dog Recipient Training Videos](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/service-dog-recipient-training-videos/) - You’ve received training and gone home with your Super Service Dog at your side. Great! You were handed instructions and a daily training regimen – excellent! But sometimes, seeing those commands in action is helpful. That’s why we’ve created this page, just for you, our recipients! These videos will break down your commands, and give
- [Recipient Resources](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipient-resources/) - Recipient Resources At Guardian Angels, we provide support to our recipients with resources such as service dog training videos and a medical saving plan. Check out our various resources below.
- [Thank You RSVP](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/thank-you-groundbreaking-rsvp/) - Thank you for your interest in Groundbreaking Ceremony RSVP of Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. We are looking forward to seeing you there! Thank you for your support. Sincerely, The Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs team
- [Groundbreaking Ceremony RSVP](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/groundbreaking-ceremony-rsvp/) - Please Join Us The Board of Directors, Executive Team, Staff, and Volunteers cordially invite you to the Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Pennsylvania Campus Groundbreaking Ceremony Friday, November 10th, 2023 11:30 AM 900 Beagle Club Road McDonald, PA 15057 Refreshments will be served following the ceremony. Please wear clothing appropriate for the weather and footwear
- [Dog Adoption Application](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/applications/dog-adoption-application/) - When adopting a pet, consider a retired medical service dog. You'll receive a highly trained dog with lots of love still left to give. See applications here.
- [Brochures and Printed Materials](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/brochures-and-printed-materials/) - Quick Reference Guide:
- [Service Dog Sponsorship Form](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sd-sponsor-form/) - Fill out my online form. Fill out my Wufoo form!
- [Service Dog Laws](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/service-dog-laws/) - We've put together this service dog law guide so you can understand the difference between service dogs, therapy dogs, and emotional support animals.
- [Community Mutt Strut 2023](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/community-mutt-strut-2023/) - Join the Mutt Strut online or in person at the Great Lawn at the North Shore on September 16, 2023. See our online auction, photo contests, and register here!
- [Celebrate Michigan's Military 2023](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/celebrate-michigans-military-2023/) - The Celebrate Michigan's Military Event is Growing! The Response to this year's event has been incredible - Thank you! At this time, our ticket & sponsorship portals are closed. If you would like to check availability of any last minute sponsorship or tickets, please call Mary Lamparter at: 586-567-1150. Join us this year on D-DAY, June
- [Dog Sponsorship](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/dog-sponsorship/) - At Guardian Angels, our dogs are donated to their recipients. This is made possible by generous donors and sponsors who cover the cost of veterinary care, food, housing and training for our incredible Service Dogs. If you are interested in becoming a dog sponsor, please fill out the below form: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Fill out my online
- [NASCAR Giveathon 2023](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/nascar-giveathon-2023/) - Join in & Do Good during the NASCAR Giveathon 2023! It all kicks off Tuesday, May 16 at 5pm eastern time, and runs through Friday, May 19 at 8pm eastern. 75 amazing hours to raise as many funds as possible! To take part: Visit our NASCAR Giveathon page HERE To the right of our story,
- [General Donations Landing Page-Alliance](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/alliance/) - You Have the Power to Heal You have the ability to make a difference in a person’s life. A person struggling with a mental or physical disability, depression, anxiety or PTSD. It’s Guardian Angels mission to help these individuals by connecting them with a service dog. You can be a critical part of Unleashing the
- [Applications](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/applications/) - Whether it's to receive an individually trained medical service dog, volunteer, become a foster family, or an apprentice, find your application here.
- [  Financials](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financial/) - Guardian Angels believes in transparency for our services. See our financial statements here and contact us with any questions you may have.
- [Journey of Hope - NE Regional Campus Brick Fundraiser](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/journey-of-hope-ne-regional-campus-brick-fundraiser/) - Join us on a Journey of Hope, as we raise funds to build our NE Regional Campus in Washington County, Pennsylvania. This campus will assist Guardian Angels in serving those on our waiting list, by more than doubling the number of individually trained medical service dogs we are able to provide to those in need.
- [MAK Technologies - Dogs Fore! Vets](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/mak-technologies-dogs-fore-vets/) - MAK Technologies is proud to participate alongside the National Guard Association of Michigan in its “54 service dogs by 2024” campaign to support our nation’s veterans by providing them with service dogs. MAK has committed to raising $50,000 for two highly-trained service dogs – one for a veteran in need in Massachusetts, and
- [Thank You](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/thank-you-careers/) - Thank you for your application. We will review your information and if you meet our criteria, we will reach out to you to complete the next steps in the hiring process.
- [Gala of Angels-2022-DonationPage](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/gala-of-angels-2022-donationpage/) - [give_form id="13727" show_title="true" show_goal="false" show_content="none" display_style="onpage"]
- [Battle Creek Dogs. A 54 by 24 Fundraiser](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/battle-creek-dogs-a-54-by-24-fundraiser/) - The 54 x 24 Campaign is a nationwide effort by the National Guard Association of Michigan to raise funds to pair Service Dogs with Veterans in need. The Cereal City Chiefs Council is fundraising to add $25,000 to that total. Assist them in their fundraising by donating below. [give_form id="13382" show_title="true" show_goal="true" show_content="above"]
- [Santa Paws 2022](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/santa-paws-2022/)
- [Ray Galmiche - In Memory Of](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ray-galmiche-in-memory-of/) - [give_form id="13508" show_title="true" show_content="above" display_style="onpage"]
- [Stained Glass Wine House Events](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/stained-glass-wine-house-events/) - Stained Glass Wine House is hosting three incredible events! Friday, Nov 11: Veterans Day concert at Stained Glass Wine House Country music singer Kayleigh Mathews (Nashville, TN) will be doing an in person and live streamed concert 8pm - 11pm. No admission, donations are encouraged. Wednesday, Nov 16: Dinner and Drinks with Deuccce!!! Deuce McAllister (New
- [Secret Santa 2022](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/secret-santa-2022/) - Thank you for visiting our Santa Paws Secret Santa 2022 page! All funds donated on this page will be used as matching funds for our holiday fundraiser, in hopes of raising enough to train another service dog for a veteran, first responder or civilian with disabilities in need. Thank you for being a loyal supporter
- [Gregg & Sterling, Paying it Forward](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/gregg-sterling-paying-it-forward/) - [give_form id="13465" show_title="true" show_goal="true"]
- [2022 Service Dog Hero of the Year](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/2022-service-dog-hero-of-the-year/) - Each year, we honor one of our Super Service Dogs that goes above and beyond their training to save the life of their Recipient. This year, we have 4 very special dogs: Hero & Sirius (who live together with Recipients Robert and Sarah, and have learned to work as a true team). Service Dog, Nick
- [Veterans Day 2022](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/veterans-day-2022/) - Join us in supporting our heroes this Veterans Day, and every day! Guardian Angels has trained hundreds of service dogs, and donated them to our veterans at no cost. The result? The rate of suicide in our recipients after 12 years, is Zero. Giving to Guardian Angels means that the wait is shorter for a
- [Coca-Cola Northeast Service Dog Naming Contest](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/coca-cola-northeast-service-dog-naming-contest/) - Is sponsoring the training of a future Service Dog! Let's name this puppy! _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Fill out my online form. Fill out my Wufoo form!
- [Celebrate Michigan's First Responders](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/celebrate-michigans-first-responders/) - Celebrate Michigan's First Responders will be an unforgettable event to benefit Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs and honor First Responders. This year, our CMFR event will be held on Friday, November 4th at The Meridian in Farmington Hills, Michigan from 6-9pm, with an extraordinary dinner, dessert, open beer/wine bar, Meet and Greet with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dog
- [Oakland/Macomb Youth Football Fundraiser](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/oakland-macomb-youth-football-fundraiser/) - The Oakland/Macomb Youth Football organization is hosting its Cheer Off! Fundraiser! You can participate by voting for one of the a-dog-able puppies, one selected for each town! Who will win? Fill out my online form. Fill out my Wufoo form!
- [2022 Mutt Strut Dog Photo Contest](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/2022-mutt-strut-dog-photo-contest/) - Enter your dog for a chance to win this years photo contest presented by Guardian Angels and PNC. See categories, enter, and vote for your favorites here!
- [EY - Heroes of Healing](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ey-heroes-of-healing/) - It is estimated that 22 U.S. Veterans commit suicide every day in our country Veterans often endure years of suffering from PTSD, financial hardship, and a loss of a sense of belonging. For the seventh straight year, EY is partnering with PNC Bank in support of the 2022 Mutt Strut event. The event seeks to
- [content](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/iframe/content/) - [give_form id="12603"]
- [iframe-test](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/iframe/)
- [Alliance-2ndpage](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/alliance-2/) - You Have the Power to Heal You have the ability to make a difference in a person’s life. A person that may be struggling with a mental or physical disability, depression, anxiety or PTSD. It’s Guardian Angels mission to help these individuals by connecting them with a service dog. It’s been proven that these dogs
- [Memorial Day Landing Page - Alliance](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/memorial-day-landing-page/) - You Have the Power to Heal You have the ability to make a difference in a person’s life. A person that may be struggling with a mental or physical disability, depression, anxiety or PTSD. It’s Guardian Angels mission to help these individuals by connecting them with a service dog. It’s been proven that these dogs
- [Demo Test](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/demo-test/) - [give_form id="12243"]
- [- - Testing GiveWP](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/testing-givewp/) - [give_form id="12359"]
- [Pirates' Pup and Guardian Angels](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/pirates-pup/) - Guardian Angels has partnered with the Pittsburgh Pirates to provide a medical service dog to a local military veteran - learn more about the Pirates Pup here!
- [Donation Confirmation](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donation-confirmation/) - [give_receipt]
- [Donor Dashboard](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donor-dashboard/) - [give_donor_dashboard]
- [Past Recipients](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/past-recipients/) - Learn more about our recipients and the impact our service dogs have made on their lives.
- [Shop](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/shop/) - Support Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs through our shop. We have t-shirts, bags, hats, and more with every purchase supporting our mission.
- [Foster Family](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/foster-family/) - Help us provide service dogs to those in need by applying to become a foster family. Learn about the benefits of fostering and fill out an application here.
- [Speaking Engagement Request](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/speaking-engagement-request/) - Help us spread awareness of how service dogs can save lives by having a speaker and demonstration at your next event. Fill out our speaker request form here!
- [Our News](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/our-news/) - Get the latest updates from Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs from our blog and stay up to date with by signing up for our newsletter.
- [Q&A](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/qa/) - You can learn about our mission and the process for training and receiving a medical service dog here. If you have additional questions, feel free to reach out.
- [Volunteer Application](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/applications/volunteer-application/) - From puppy hugging classes to calling for donations, there are several ways you can lend your talents to our organization. Apply to become a volunteer today!
- [Foster Family Training Application](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/applications/foster-family-training-application/) - Foster families are critical while we train and prepare our medical service dogs. Apply to become a foster family here to help support our mission.
- [Video Gallery](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/video-gallery/) - See videos of our medical service dogs in action to learn more about how they help give a better life to their owners and videos from our events.
- [Service Dog Hero of the Year Winners](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/our-impact/service-dog-hero-of-the-year-winners/) - See our service dog hero of the year winners and how they've helped change the lives of their owners and how you can help us continue to provide service dogs.
- [Meet Our Team](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/meet-our-team/) - At Guardian Angels, our team is dedicated to training and providing service dogs to those in need. See our staff members here to learn more about us.
- [Affiliates & Partners](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/affiliates-partners/) - We want to thank those who have helped provide service dogs to those in need. See our partners here and contact us to see how you can help support our mission.
- [Career Fair](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/career-fair/) - Looking to start your career? Learn more about our career fair and how you can join our team to train and provide service dogs to those in need.
- [Guardian Angelversary, Celebrating 10 Years](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/guardian-angelversary-celebrating-10-years/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is celebrating 10 years of raising, training, & donating service dogs. See what we're doing & how you can support us here!
- [Thank You](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/thank-you-dog-adoption-application/) - Thank you for your interest in dog adoption. We will respond to your message as soon as possible. Sincerely, The Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs team
- [Thank You](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/thank-you-quarantine-foster-family/) - Thank you for your interest in fostering with Guardian Angles Medical Service Dogs. We will respond to your message as soon as possible. Sincerely, The Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs team
- [Thank You](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/thank-you-apprentice-trainer-program/) - Thank you for your interest in our apprentice training programs. We will respond to your message as soon as possible. Sincerely, The Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs team
- [Thank You](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/thank-you-foster-family-training-application/) - Thank you for your interest in fostering with Guardian Angles Medical Service Dogs. We will respond to your message as soon as possible. Sincerely, The Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs team
- [Thank You](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/thank-you-service-dog-application/) - Thank you for your service dog application. We will respond to your message as soon as possible and look forward to learning more about how we can assist you. Sincerely, The Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs team
- [Thank You](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/thank-you-volunteer-application/) - Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. We will respond to your message as soon as possible. Sincerely, The Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs team
- [Thank You](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/thank-you-contact-us/) - Thank you for reaching out to Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. We will respond to your message as soon as possible. Sincerely, The Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs team
- [Thank You](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/thank-you-planned-giving/) - Thank you for your interest in Planned Giving with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. We will respond to your message as soon as possible. Sincerely, The Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs team
- [Thank You](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/thank-you-event-form/) - Thank you for reaching out to Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs regarding our events. We will respond to your message as soon as possible. Sincerely, The Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs team
- [Thank You](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/thank-you-newsletter/) - Thank you for signing up for the Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs newsletter. We look forward to sharing our latest news and updates with you. Sincerely, The Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs team
- [Thank You](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/thank-you-speaking-engagement-request/) - Thank you for reaching out to Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs regarding a speaking engagement request. We will respond to your message as soon as possible. Sincerely, The Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs team

## Donations

- [Pennsylvania Campus Campaign](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/pennsylvania-campus-campaign/) - Unleash The Power Of Hope, Pennsylvania The Pennsylvania Campus will be an innovative facility bringing the life-saving mission of Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs to Washington County. This campus will serve the people throughout Pennsylvania and the northeastern region of the United States and will include the Borden Institute of Higher Learning, where all animal-related
- [General Donations](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/general-donations/) - Help support our mission of providing medical service dogs to those in need. Your donation will help us with care, medical expenses, training, and more!
- [Real Estate and Other Property](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/real-estate-and-other-property/)
- [Stock, Retirement, Investments and Financial Assets](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/stock-retirement-investments-and-financial-assets/)
- [Wills, Bequests, and Living Trusts](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/wills-bequests-and-living-trusts/)
- [Recipient Veterinary Relief Fund](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/veterinary-support/)
- [Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) # 73085](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/combined-federal-campaign-cfc-73085-2/)
- [Dog Trainer Apprentice Program Donations](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/dog-trainer-apprentice-program-donations/)
- [Monthly Giving - Paw Prints Club](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/monthly-giving/)
- [Facebook and Other Fundraisers](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/facebook-and-other-fundraisers/)
- [Honor and Memorial Gifts](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/honor-and-memorial-gifts/)
- [Workplace Contributions](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/workplace-contributions/)
- [Service Dog Sponsorship](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/service-dog-sponsorship/)
- [Service Dog & Recipient Sponsorship](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/service-dog-recipient-sponsorship/)
- [Recipient Sponsorship](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/recipient-sponsorship/)
- [In-Kind Donations](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/in-kind-donations/)
- [Service Dog Trainer Apprentice Program](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/service-dog-trainer-apprentice-program/)
- [Event Sponsorships](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/event-sponsorships/)
- [Foundation Grants](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/foundation-grants/)
- [Gift-Matching and Employee Fundraisers](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/gift-matching-and-employee-fundraisers/)
- [Percentage of Sales](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/percentage-of-sales/)
- [Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) # 73085](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/combined-federal-campaign-cfc-73085/)
- [Grosse Pointe Board of Realtors® Barker Campaign](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/grosse-pointe-board-of-realtors-barker-campaign/) - Support the training of Barker, the service dog named in memory of Judy Barker, a longtime member of the Grosse Pointe Board of Realtors. Your generous donation will be made in memory of Judy Barker and will help her memory live on through Barker's service.
- [Life-Changing Service Dogs for Veterans Campaign](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/life-changing-service-dogs-for-veterans-campaign/) - Donate to help us raise the necessary funds to bring a medical service dog training center & campus to Pittsburgh. Learn more about our Pittsburgh campus here.
- [Foxy's Journey to Help Others](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/foxys-journey-to-help-others/) - Learn more about how service dog Foxy helped Craig regain his life and manage his symptoms of PTS.
- [Broadwell Homes- RE/MAX Nexus](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/broadwell-homes-re-max-nexus/) - Help Lindsey Broadwell and ReMax change live through the power of service dogs. Your generous donation will help pair those in need with a service dog.
- [Start a Facebook Fundraiser](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/start-a-facebook-fundraiser/) - We need your continued support to provide care and training to our medical service dogs and recipients. Help us by starting Facebook Fundraiser!
- [First Responders Campaign](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/first-responders-campaign/) - We support our first responders by providing them with medical service dogs to help with their daily life. Help us continue to support them with a donation.
- [Douglas Legacy Farms](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations/douglas-legacy-farms/) - Help Douglas Legacy Farm unleash the power of service dogs to assist those with PTSD. You generous donation can help restore freedom and independence to veterans who receive a service dog.

## Recipients

- [Megan and Josie](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/megan-and-josie/) - I am a Navy veteran who served 18.5 years before being medically retired. In April 2024, I was paired with my service dog, Josie. There was a time in my life when I enjoyed going places on my own. But, as time went on, I slowly stopped doing things for myself and by myself. If
- [Jody & Nick](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/jody-nick/) - Pennsylvania
- [Craig & Foxy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/craig-foxy/) - As a US Marine Corps Veteran, I faced numerous challenges after my service. I was so lucky to be paired with a beautiful Super Medical Service Dog, Foxy, from Guardian Angels in May 2020. With Foxy by my side, I’ve found the strength and confidence to navigate daily life once again. She’s more than just
- [Brandi & Clara](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/brandi-clara/) - She’s by my side. She never leaves. I was paired with Clara in July of 2020. She’s just absolutely amazing and always there for me. I have PTSD from my time in the war. I have anxiety, depression, and hypervigilance. Prior to having her, I was suicidal, I was depressed. I just didn’t want to
- [Terrence and Donnie](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/terrence-and-donnie/) - Terrence was a law enforcement officer in Pittsburgh for 34 years – serving in many roles, including patrolman, detective, SWAT officer and K9 handler. In his service he was stabbed twice. He also worked in a military contracting role, doing two three-month tours in Afghanistan. Terrence said “as a police officer you’re going to see
- [Robert and Destiny](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/robert-and-destiny/) - Robert served 23 years in the Army and retired as a Sergeant. As a veteran with so many years of service, Robert struggled with PTS, anxiety and depression. Self-isolation had taken over his life, and Robert remained homebound. In June of 2021, Robert was paired with Destiny. Today, she wakes him from night terrors, and
- [Mike and Santa Paws](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/mike-and-santa-paws/) - I served 10 years in the Air Force, including time in Iraq, and then another 10 years as a corrections officer. I struggled with anger and anxiety and my PTSD made doing most things very difficult. I reached the point where I mostly stopped leaving the house, and I could no longer work outside my
- [Gregg and Harper](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/gregg-and-harper/) - I served in the US Coast Guard for 8.5 years and as a paramedic for 30+ years. I was paired with Harper in January 2023. One of the most significant ways she has changed my life is helping me with anxiety. When my anxiety begins to elevate, she intercedes. She sits directly in front of
- [Debra and Doc](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/debra-and-doc/) - I served 22 years in the Army and Air Force National Guard and was paired with Doc in 2024. Before having Doc by my side, many aspects of daily life felt overwhelming or even out of reach. His support has transformed these challenges into manageable experiences, allowing me to reconnect with the world around me.
- [Simon & Chewey](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/simon-chewey/) - Simon is a Veteran, paired with his Service Dog, Chewey in April of 2017. Asked about Chewey, Simon stated: "Chewy is my best companion and he is always there to keep me grounded when I'm stressed. He's helped me adjust back to normal life".
- [Gary & Brooks](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/gary-brooks/) - Recipient Gary is a Veteran of the United States Navy. Gary was paired with his Service Dog, Brooks in March of 2019. Gary says that Brooks is a great balance of energy and chill. She's always on-point when we're in public, and gives me a nose boop to wake me from nightmares.
- [Chris & Loc](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/chris-loc/) - Chris is a former first responder, who was paired with his Service Dog, Loc in March of 2018. He writes: "I honestly don't know what I would do without Loc and the kind and caring people at Guardian Angels in my life".
- [Laurie and Kash](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/laurie-and-kash/) - Laurie was paired with her Service Dog, Kash in 2019. This is her second Service Dog from Guardian Angels. She writes: "I was the victim of a home invasion which caused me to suffer from PTSD. I got to the point where I would no longer leave my home by myself and barely got out
- [Marty & GP](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/chris-marty-gp/) - Marty is an Army veteran who was stationed in the Suni triangle of Iraq in 2004-2005. After returning home, Marty developed PTSD. He says: “I couldn’t function. I experienced nightmares, and self-isolation. Being in public spaces was incredibly difficult for me, driving became an issue as well. In December of 2017, things began to change
- [Jonathan & Char](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/jonathan-char/) - Jonathan served in the Army for eleven years, with one deployment to Iraq, and three deployments to Afghanistan. He says: “After leaving the Army, I found myself having trouble finding employment, frequently waking from night terrors, becoming very dependent on others, and self-isolating. In July of 2020, I was paired with my medical service dog,
- [Brian & Renegade](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/brian-renegade/) - Brian had a career full of danger. He served over 15 years in law enforcement, then worked for military contractors as a Designated Defensive Marksman and Sniper overseas, then, spent years serving on a human trafficking Taskforce. After all these years of service and sacrifice, Brian retired and finally began recognizing his heart issues, health
- [Karen & Patton](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/karen-patton/) - I served as a Navy Corpsman for 20 years. I was witness to many horrific injuries and events. As an ambulance crew member and later an ER Supervisor, trauma was an everyday event. Being a woman veteran, I also experienced sexual discrimination and sexual assault. All this combined resulted in PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I
- [Nicola & Shuggie](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/nicola-shuggie/) - Recipient Nicola is a Military Veteran, and has been paired with her Service Dog, Shuggie since March of 2019.
- [Charles & Harry](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/charles-harry/)
- [Anita & Comet](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/anita-comet/) - Recipient Anita, a Navy Veteran, has narcolepsy, mobility issues, and sensory deficits in her legs and feet that make navigating certain surfaces very difficult. Before being paired with her Guardian Angels Service Dog, Comet in 2020, she said that getting around in her daily life was a constant challenge. Comet was trained to assist her
- [Sean & Thor](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/sean-thor/)
- [Bryan & Andy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/bryan-andy/) - Bryan is a veteran of both the Navy and Marines. He was paired with his Service Dog, Andy in September of 2020. Andy's training was sponsored by Ernst & Young (EY). Andy is Bryan's second service dog from Guardian Angels , after his service dog, Remi retired after nearly 10 years of service to Bryan.
- [Reed & Bailey](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/reed-bailey-2/) - Reed is a veteran of the Army. He was paired with his Service Dog, Bailey in November of 2018.
- [Brandi & Clara 3](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/brandi-clara-3/) - Brandi is a veteran of the Air Force. She was paired with her Service Dog, Clara in July of 2020. She talks about how Clara has made great changes in her life in the video below, produced by WQED Pittsburgh
- [Sheldon & Patsy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/sheldon-patsy/) - Sheldon is a Navy Veteran, who later served as a first responder, working inside the Michigan Prison system. Sheldon was paired with his Service Dog, Patsy in September of 2020, after his first Guardian Angels Medical Service Dog, Roy retired.
- [Matt & Cobalt](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/reed-bailey/) - Michigan
- [Matthew & Cobalt](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/matthew-cobalt/)
- [Antonio & Alice](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/antonio-alice-2/) - Kentucky
- [Shonda & Jack](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/shonda-jack/) - North Carolina
- [Pam & Ammo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/pam-ammo/) - I researched several Medical Service Dog (MSD) organizations before applying to Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. I was immediately impressed with the level of personal care I received to all my questions during the process, and the world class level of documented, repeatable training this agency's medical service dogs receive, especially when compared to others.
- [John & Cleo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/john-cleo/) - Since having Cleo, we leave the mountain on an almost daily basis. Everyday we seem to find a place to go. I talk to people more than I ever have! Everyone compliments Cleo."
- [Dale & Tilly](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/dale-tilly/) - Until you live it, you don’t know what these dogs can do! Since having Tilly, I've been everywhere and it’s amazing what I can do now!
- [Mark & Albert](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/mark-albert/)
- [Christopher & Brit](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/christopher-brit/)
- [Gregg & Sterling](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/gregg-sterling/)
- [Kristine & Ronan](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/kristine-ronan/)
- [Alexis & Posie](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/alexis-posie/)
- [Kenneth & Chieftan](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/kenneth-chieftan/)
- [Mindy & Babe](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/mindy-babe/)
- [Tasha & Blaney](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/tasha-blaney/)
- [Tommy & Teysen](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/tommy-teysen/)
- [Bill & Fancy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/bill-fancy/)
- [Johnnie & Raven](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/johnnie-raven/)
- [Mark & Rupert](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/mark-rupert/)
- [Steven & Whiskey](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/steven-whiskey/)
- [Katherine & Jadey](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/katherine-jadey/)
- [Randy & Oakey](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/randy-oakey/)
- [Lisa & Yogi](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/lisa-yogi/)
- [Fred & Jackson](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/fred-jackson/)
- [Timothy & Michael (Maci)](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/timothy-michael-maci/)
- [James & Remy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/james-remy/)
- [Roger & Duke](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/roger-duke/)
- [Toby & Deuce](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/toby-deuce/)
- [Sasha & Bella](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/sasha-bella/)
- [Daniel & Joy 3/Eleanor](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/daniel-joy-3-eleanor/)
- [Danielle & Ash](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/danielle-ash/)
- [Natalie &	Bugg (born Mortar)](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/natalie-bugg-born-mortar/)
- [William &  King](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/william-king/)
- [Randy & Ops](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/randy-ops/)
- [Oscar & Blue](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/oscar-blue/)
- [Ryan & Rikki](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/ryan-rikki/)
- [James & Jud](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/james-jud/)
- [Connor & Bradley](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/connor-bradley/)
- [Samara & Angel](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/samara-angel/)
- [Bryan & Jax](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/bryan-jax/)
- [Rosa & Reveille](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/rosa-reveille/)
- [Michael & Blade](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/michael-blade/)
- [Tom & Camo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/tom-camo/)
- [Deborah & Navy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/deborah-navy/)
- [Robert & Destiny](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/robert-destiny/)
- [Jed & Chloe](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/jed-chloe/)
- [Kevin & Captain](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/kevin-captain/)
- [David & Semper FI](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/david-semper-fi/)
- [David & Lima](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/david-lima/)
- [John & Ranger](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/john-ranger/)
- [Ben & Bolt](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/ben-bolt/)
- [Shar'ron & Blue](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/sharron-blue/)
- [Brittany & Amber](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/brittany-amber/)
- [Regis & Cheyenne](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/regis-cheyenne/)
- [Randy & Dennis](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/randy-dennis/)
- [Lori & Rooney 3.0](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/lori-rooney-3-0-2/)
- [Bryan & Fahrny](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/bryan-fahrny/)
- [Gabrielle & Mamba](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/gabrielle-mamba/)
- [Leon & Carson](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/leon-carson/)
- [Justin & Rosa](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/justin-rosa/)
- [Donald & Victor](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/donald-victor/)
- [John & Whaler](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/john-whaler/)
- [Kelsey & Flag](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/kelsey-flag/)
- [Gary & Solo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/gary-solo/)
- [Tyrone & Spree](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/tyrone-spree/)
- [Julian & Major](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/julian-major/)
- [Seantoya & RJ](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/seantoya-rj/)
- [Kourtney & Flash 2.0](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/kourtney-flash-2-0/)
- [Casey & Nitro](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/casey-nitro/)
- [Lisa & Luka](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/lisa-luka/)
- [Kate & Catherine](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/kate-catherine/)
- [Jeffrey & Bull](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/jeffrey-bull/)
- [Patrick & Trooper](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/patrick-trooper/)
- [Matthew & Independence 3.0](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/matthew-independence-3-0/)
- [Jennifer & Greta](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/jennifer-greta/)
- [Peter & Sherman](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/peter-sherman/)
- [Geoffrey & Yankee](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/geoffrey-yankee/)
- [Nicholas & Anchor](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/nicholas-anchor/)
- [Kyle & Trout](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/kyle-trout/)
- [Michael & Chopper](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/michael-chopper/)
- [Tammie & Ella](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/tammie-ella/)
- [Laurie & Kash](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/laurie-kash/)
- [Jennifer & Sara](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/jennifer-sara/)
- [Craig & Valor](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/craig-valor/)
- [Mike & Echo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/mike-echo/)
- [Henry & Flag](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/henry-flag/)
- [Riley & Spangle](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/riley-spangle/)
- [Rosanne & Civilian](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/rosanne-civilian/)
- [Sallee & Libby](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/sallee-libby/)
- [Bradley & KAI](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/bradley-kai/)
- [Beth & Rusty](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/beth-rusty/)
- [Gerry & Tank](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/gerry-tank/)
- [Emma & Beau](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/emma-beau/)
- [Kathryn & Jule](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/kathryn-jule/)
- [Ruth & CJ](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/ruth-cj/)
- [Linda & Grant](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/linda-grant/)
- [Jake & Emerson](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/jake-emerson/)
- [Daria & Raven](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/daria-raven/)
- [Cheri & Jethro (Boone)](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/cheri-jethro-boone/)
- [Steve & Roscoe](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/steve-roscoe/)
- [Amy & Edge](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/amy-edge/)
- [Ray & Sally](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/ray-sally/)
- [Jessica & Lady Glitter Sparkles](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/jessica-lady-glitter-sparkles/)
- [Diane & Sammie](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/diane-sammie/)
- [Angela & Cooper](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/angela-cooper/)
- [Rachel & Reznor](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/rachel-reznor/)
- [Tara & Andie](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/tara-andie/)
- [Angeline & Shawnee](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/angeline-shawnee/)
- [Jackie & Rocky](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/jackie-rocky/)
- [Melanie & KC](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/melanie-kc/)
- [Terry & Sierra](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/terry-sierra/)
- [Matthew & Apollo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/matthew-apollo/)
- [James & Nina](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/james-nina/)
- [Melanie & Whinney](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/melanie-whinney/)
- [Anthony & Wink](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/anthony-wink/)
- [Robert & Pretzel](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/robert-pretzel/)
- [Sarah & Hero](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/sarah-hero/)
- [Robert & Sirius](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/robert-sirius-2/)
- [Paul & Walker](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/paul-walker/)
- [George & Veteran](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/george-veteran/)
- [Raymond & Peace](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/raymond-peace/)
- [David & Veteran](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/david-veteran/)
- [Beverly & Vito](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/beverly-vito/)
- [Cara & Honor](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/cara-honor/)
- [Mark & Mike](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/mark-mike/)
- [Jason & Layla](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/jason-layla/)
- [Edward & Daisy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/edward-daisy/)
- [Robert & Boog](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/robert-boog/)
- [David & Elliot](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/david-elliot/)
- [Edwin & Courage](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/edwin-courage/)
- [Fernando & Ash](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/fernando-ash/)
- [Richard & Peaches](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/richard-peaches/)
- [Kenneth & Veteran](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/kenneth-veteran/)
- [Arnold & Cooper](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/arnold-cooper/)
- [Lloyd & Charlie-PETS](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/lloyd-charlie-pets/)
- [James & Denek](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/james-denek/)
- [Norman & Luna](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/norman-luna/)
- [Brooke & Jack](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/brooke-jack/)
- [David & Arrow](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/david-arrow/)
- [Angelika & Anchor](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/angelika-anchor/)
- [Duane](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/duane/)
- [Edward & Lamar](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/edward-lamar/)
- [Christopher & Mandy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/christopher-mandy/)
- [Paul & Ike](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/paul-ike/)
- [Scott & Hummer](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/scott-hummer/)
- [Jennifer & Cooney](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/jennifer-cooney/)
- [Clifford & Betty](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/clifford-betty/)
- [Jeffrey & Hudson](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/jeffrey-hudson/)
- [Richard & Higgins](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/richard-higgins/)
- [Rafael & Khan (PETS)](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/rafael-khan-pets/)
- [Richard & Tango](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/richard-tango/)
- [William & Tor](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/william-tor/)
- [Oliver & Dash](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/oliver-dash/)
- [Ron & Boots](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/ron-boots/)
- [Gina & Rhino](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/gina-rhino/)
- [Brandon & Jackson](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/brandon-jackson/)
- [Johnathan & Mack](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/johnathan-mack/)
- [George & Dinero](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/george-dinero/)
- [Kristen & Dakota](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients/kristen-dakota/)

## Sponsors

- [Coca-Cola Northeast](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor/coca-cola-northeast/)
- [VFW Memorial Post 764](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor/vfw-memorial-post-764/)
- [Viconic Defense](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor/viconic-defense/)
- [Hanger Foundation](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor/hanger-foundation/)
- [University of Pittsburgh Medical Center](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor/university-of-pittsburgh-medical-center/)
- [Colorado Technical University](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor/colorado-technical-university/)
- [Northrop Gurmman](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor/northrop-gurmman/)
- [Life Changing Service Dogs for Veterans](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor/life-changing-service-dogs-for-veterans/) - Life Changing Service Dogs for Veterans is an incredible partner in the Pittsburgh region, founded by Tony Accamando. Their fundraising efforts have changed the lives of many veterans in the Pittsburgh area and beyond.
- [Highmark Health](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor/highmark-health/)
- [PNC Bank](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor/pnc-bank/) - PNC Bank has become a phenomenal partner to Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. Sponsoring events and actively working on behalf of veterans everywhere. With banks in 34 markets, PNC Bank likely has a branch to serve you.
- [Lamar](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor/lamar/)
- [Armstrong Cable](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor/armstrong-cable/) - Armstrong One Wire took up the goal to raise enough funds to pair six Service Dogs with deserving recipients.
- [AM General](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor/am-general/)
- [Grosse Pointe Board of Realtors](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor/grosse-pointe-board-of-realtors/)

## Team Members

- [Mary Jo Brandt](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/mary-jo-brandt/) - Mary Jo Brandt Mary Jo Brandt is an experienced media and business professional with a proven record of leadership, service, and commitment to mission-driven organizations. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the College of Engineering and Engineering Technology at Northern Illinois University and a Master of Business Administration from Colorado Technical University, where
- [Zach Valentine](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/zach-valentine/)
- [Connie Kernahan](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/connie-kernahan/) - Connie has an AS in Allied Health, and for the last 20 years, has dedicated herself to assisting the senior population to regain their functional mobility following illness, surgery, injury, and a variety of life changing medical events. She also assists her husband to manage taxes, inventory and scheduling for his home based business. Connie
- [Gwyn Hiesinger](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/gwyn-hiesinger/) - Gwyn has over 20 years of administrative and office management experience in the private sector, as well as owning and operating a small commercial print shop for 22 years. She is assisting GAMSD with day-to-day financial activities as well as onboarding new hires and various other Human Resources duties. Gwyn has an AA and an
- [Maranda Jacob](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/maranda-jacob/) - Maranda is our National Recipient Relations Director and comes to us with over 12 years of experience in the human service field. She relocated to Williston, FL for her position at Guardian Angels in October of 2017. Within this position, Maranda is responsible for working with the individuals who are interested in receiving one of
- [Chris Borden, COT, NCMI](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/chris-borden-team/) - Chris was born and raised in Texas and holds a degree in Industrial Engineering from Texas A&M University. When he joined the organization, he had more than 20 years of experience in Sales Management in the Pet Industry. He had received multiple awards during his career for Animal Nutrition Education and Sales at both regional
- [Carol Borden, MSDT, NCMI](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/carol-borden/) - Learn the story behind what inspired Carol Borden to start and grow Guardian Angels to provide service dogs to veterans, first responders, & those struggling.
- [Paul Bertram](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/paul-bertram/) - Paul R Bertram, Jr. is a Fellow, a Distinguished Member, and former National President of the Construction Specifications Institute. His career focused on buildings envelope first energy efficiency strategies with pathways to zero energy for a low carbon world. His work includes advocacy for resilient High Performance building energy efficiency. He served on the Board
- [Gerry Petrone](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/gerry-petrone/) - Gerry Petrone, RN/BSN, retired from Haven Hospice in 2007 as the Administrator of the Chiefland, FL branch. A graduate of Pilgrim State Hospital and the University of Florida, Gerry has devoted herself to Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs since 2010, fostering over 20 dogs. She joined the board in 2014 and now serves as Secretary,
- [Karen Galmiche](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/karen-galmiche/) - Karen worked over 30 years in the corporate world as an Event Planner traveling throughout the US. She also contracted with the Department of Commerce, working with them at four Paris Air Shows. After retiring from Aeronautical Radio, Inc., and moving with her husband to Florida, she read an article about Guardian Angels supplying the
- [Priscilla Parker](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/priscilla-parker/) - I have always worked in finance; finance company in high school, Associates Manufactured Housing Finance for 13 years, and then a credit union for 5 1/2 years, however this is not what I really wanted to do. My dream was to become a nurse so at the age of 49, I started back to college.
- [Dr. Catherine Neuhoff](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/dr-catherine-neuhoff/) - Professional Biography Dr. Catherine Neuhoff My name is Catherine Neuhoff and I served as the Warren Consolidated Schools (WCS) Director of Special Programs for a secondary, grades 6 – 12, selective school that houses three different programs: the Macomb Mathematics Science Technology Center (MMSTC), the Middle School Mathematics Science Technology Program (MS2TC), and the
- [Gabby Marquez](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/gabby-marquez/)
- [Blake Sowers - Veteran](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/blake-sowers-veteran/)
- [Maranda Jacob](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/maranda-jacob-2/)
- [Emily Almodovar Warner](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/emily-almodovar-warner/)
- [Lt. Col. Chris Cadigan (USA, Ret.)](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/lt-col-chris-cadigan-usa-ret/) - Chris Cadigan joined the Guardian Angels Advisory Council in 2016. Chris was paired with Super Service Dog “Gunny” in 2016 and “Brit” in 2020. Gunny and Chris became a common sighting in the halls and grounds of the Pentagon and around the Nation’s Capital in their daily duties and service to the Nation. Chris is
- [Charlotte Rogers, DVM](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/charlotte-rogers-dvm/) - Dr. Charlotte Rogers earned her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Florida College CVM in 2009. Since graduation she has spent the last 13 years’ expanding her experience from general small animal practice to large animal production medicine, advanced large animal reproduction techniques and non-profit farm animal sanctuary care. She has previously formed a
- [Charlie Amico](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/charlie-amico/) - I was raised in MA prior to going into the military. I entered the US Army at 17 years old. I did a stint with the 10th SF at Fort Devens, MA, then on to Korea. I had numerous assignments both stateside and overseas. I retired from active duty in Sept 1985. I attended Bridgewater
- [Chris Borden](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/chris-borden-directors/) - Chris was born and raised in Texas and holds a degree in Industrial Engineering from Texas A&M University. When he joined the organization, he had more than 20 years of experience in Sales Management in the Pet Industry. He had received multiple awards during his career for Animal Nutrition Education and Sales at both regional
- [Phillip Mckenzie - Army Nat'l. Guard](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/phillip-mackenzie-army-natl-guard/) - Highly organized, tireless, and reliable professional with several years of administrative experience in different capacities Analytical worker who demonstrates a high level of accuracy and attention to detail while using strong prioritization and time management skills to meet strict deadlines. Track record of working independently and collaborating as a team-player in high-pressure, fast-paced academia settings
- [Rob Arndt - USMC](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/rob-arndt-usmc/) - BufferSprings founder and CEO, Rob Arndt is a 14-year Veteran of the United States Marine Corps, with 8 of those years focused on armed forces Recruitment & Retention. Since transitioning from military service, Rob has spent the past decade working consultatively with Fortune 500 companies, federal agencies, government contractors and educational institutions to build effective
- [Joshua Drysdale](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/grant-kropfeld/) - Josh is a 2007 graduate of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy with a Bachelor of Science in Government and served as an Active Duty Coast Guard Officer for six years before transitioning to the Coast Guard Reserve in 2013. While on Active Duty, he was a Deck Watch Officer and Administrative Department Head on the
- [Jack Wagner](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/jack-wagner/) - Jack Wagner has a long and distinguished political career in Pennsylvania state and local government. In 1983, Jack was elected to Pittsburgh City Council where he served for ten years, the last four as Council President. In 1994 Jack was elected State Senator representing Allegheny County. Over his 10-year tenure as a Senator, he chaired
- [Sgt. First Class Nate Burney, USA, Retired](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/sgt-first-class-nate-burney-usa-retired/) - Sergeant First Class Nathaniel R. Burney is a native of Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. He attended Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training with Alfa Company 787th MP Company, Fort Leonard Wood Missouri in Sep 1999. Sergeant First Class Burney’s military education includes: PLDC, BNCOC, SLC, Physical Security Course, Military Working Dog Handler’s Course, Military Working Dog Kennel
- [Mary Jo Brandt](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/mary-jo-brandt-directors/) - Mary Jo has an extensive history working with the media as well as a Bachelor of Science degree from the College of Engineering and Engineering Technology at Northern Illinois University. Mary Jo has worked for companies such as Gannett, News Bank Inc., E.W. Scripps Company, Lee Enterprises, Pulitzer, Inc., Arthur Andersen and has been involved
- [Ann Larkins](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/ann-larkins/) - Born in Upstate NY, Ann Larkins has enjoyed a lifelong love of animals. She had a 40-year career with IBM Corp. The company enabled her to live and work in places like San Francisco, CA; Tacoma, WA; Anchorage, AK; Syracuse, NY; Atlanta, GA; and for the past decade, Williston, FL. She has worked on many
- [BGen Donald Bolduc (USA, Ret.)](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/bgen-donald-bolduc-usa-ret/) - After 32 years of active duty service to his country in which he received 2 awards for valor, 5 Bronze Star medals, 2 Purple Hearts, led ten deployments, and survived both a bomb blast, numerous fire fights, and a helicopter crash, General Donald C. Bolduc, former Commander, Special Operations Command Africa, is hanging up his
- [Lt. Col. Don Accamando, (USAF, Ret.)](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/lt-col-don-accamando-usaf-ret/) - Don Accamando, Lt. Col. USAF, retired, is the Director of the Office for Military and Veteran Students at Duquesne University. Don brings 28 years of military and academic leadership experience to the position. While serving the nation in the Air Force and Pennsylvania Air National Guard, Don has flown over 4,500 hours on the KC-135
- [Mary Lamparter](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/mary-lamparter/) - Mary resides in Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan where she has assisted Guardian Angels with many successful fund raisers as well as spreading the good word of our work. Mary is a member of the Grosse Pointe War Memorial Board of Directors, Vice President of DC3S which is dedicated to providing event/meeting space as well as
- [Mary Lamparter](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/mary-lamparter-michigan/) - Mary resides in Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan where she has assisted Guardian Angels with many successful fund raisers as well as spreading the good word of our work. Mary is a member of the Grosse Pointe War Memorial Board of Directors, Vice President of DC3S which is dedicated to providing event/meeting space as well as
- [Wren San Clemente](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team/wren-san-clemente/)

## Award Winners

- [2024 - Clara](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/award/2024-clara/) - Pennsylvania
- [2022 - Hero & Sirius](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/award/2022-hero-sirius/) - Florida
- [2021 - Foxy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/award/2021-foxy/) - Pennsylvania
- [2011 - Honey](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/award/2011-guardian-angels-honey/) - Florida
- [2012 - Bishop](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/award/2012-guardian-angels-bishop/) - Florida
- [2013 - Dixie](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/award/2013-guardian-angels-dixie/) - Florida
- [2014 - Grant](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/award/2014-guardian-angels-grant/) - Florida
- [2015 - Sasha](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/award/2015-guardian-angels-sasha/) - Florida
- [2016 - Turbo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/award/2016-guardian-angels-turbo/) - Georgia
- [2017 - Roy - A Tie](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/award/2017-guardian-angels-roy/) - Michigan
- [2017 - Ranger - A Tie](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/award/2017-guardian-angels-ranger/) - Pennsylvania
- [2018 - Major](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/award/2018-guardian-angels-major/) - Florida
- [2019 - Juice](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/award/2019-guardian-angels-juice/) - Pennsylvania
- [2020 - Victor](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/award/2020-guardian-angels-victor-2018-still-working/) - New Hampshire

## Financials

- [FY 2024 Audit](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy-2024-audit/)
- [FY 2024 990](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy-2024-990/)
- [FY 2023 990](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy-2023-990/)
- [FY2023 Audit](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy2023-audit/)
- [FY2022 Audit](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy2022-audit/)
- [FY 2022 990](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy-2022-990/)
- [FY 2021 990](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy-21-22-990-public-disclosure/)
- [FY2021 Audit](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy21-22-final-audit/)
- [FY 2020 990](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy-2020-990/)
- [FY 2020 Audit](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy-2020-audit/)
- [Quarterly Board Meeting August 21, 2019](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/quarterly-board-meeting-august-21-2019/)
- [Quarterly Board Meeting February 13, 2019](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/quarterly-board-meeting-february-13-2019/)
- [Quarterly Board Meeting November 14, 2018](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/quarterly-board-meeting-november-14-2018/)
- [Quarterly Board Meeting August 15,2018](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/quarterly-board-meeting-august-152018/)
- [Annual Board Meeting](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/annual-board-meeting/)
- [FY 2019 990](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy-2019-990/)
- [FY 2019 Audit](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy-2019-audit/)
- [Donor Information Policy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/donor-information-policy/)
- [Conflict of Interest Policy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/conflict-of-interest-policy/)
- [Board Term Policy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/board-term-policy/)
- [Records Retention Policy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/records-retention-policy/)
- [Whistleblower Policy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/whistleblower-policy/)
- [CEO Compensation Determination Process](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/ceo-compensation-determination-process/)
- [FY 2013 990](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy-2013-990/)
- [FY 2014 990](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy-2014-990/)
- [FY 2015 990](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy-2015-990/)
- [FY 2012 990](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy-2012-990/)
- [FY 2016 Audit](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy-2016-audit/)
- [FY 2016 990](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy-2016-990/)
- [FY 2017 Audit](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy-2017-audit/)
- [FY 2017 990](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials/fy-2017-990/)

## Careers

- [Veterinary Technician](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers/veterinary-technician/) - Oversee the health care of all dogs which includes monitoring proper weights, running and reading fecal flotations, administering vaccinations and preventatives, carrying out any necessary treatments, feeding and cleaning post-op and/or other assigned dog areas.
- [Major Gifts Advisor](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers/major-gifts-advisor/) - Responsible for networking, developing, and communicating with contacts to convey the mission and vision of our organization to solicit donations in the $100,000 range and up
- [Dog Care Specialist](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers/dog-care-specialist/) - Feed, clean, assist with record keeping, mentoring other individuals and be responsible for all aspects of dog care at our facility
- [Service Dog Trainer](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers/service-dog-trainer/) - Train Service Dogs within the program, i.e paired dog teams, PET teams and Foster dog teams, ensure the health and well-being of dogs your training, hold dog teams to the standards of training and operating procedures set forth by Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs.
- [Apprentice](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers/apprentice/) - Train 3 assigned dogs within their proper Life Stage one through four. Ensure the health and wellbeing of dogs your training by acting as dog care specialist (DCS) when needed. Ensure the dogs you train, pass canine good citizen test and compliance with standards of training and operating procedures set forth by Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs.
- [Kennel Master](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers/kennel-master/) - Oversee the daily operation of the kennel facility, schedules and manages the trainers as they perform their daily assigned training tasks.
- [Head Trainer](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers/head-trainer/) - Oversee all aspects of training in Life Stages. ensure compliance with standards of training and operating procedures set forth by Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs.
- [Dog Care Supervisor](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers/dog-care-supervisor/) - Oversee all aspects of dog care in all Life Stages one through six. Ensure compliance with Life Stage Reference guides and operating procedures set forth by Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs.
- [Veterinarian](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers/veterinarian/) - Licensed veterinarian with clinical experience that can practice medicine, and help us write the medical curriculums, teach students, and help us set up a hospital for AAHA accreditation.
- [Veterinary Technician Assistant](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers/veterinary-technician-assistant/) - Oversee the health care of all dogs which includes monitoring proper weights, running and reading fecal flotations administering vaccinations and preventatives, carrying out any necessary treatments, feeding and cleaning assigned dog areas, and working closely with the Veterinarian, National Veterinary Care Director, and all other dog staff.
- [Office Manager](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers/office-manager/) - Oversee the management of the office(s) and ensure you are modeling all policies and procedures set forth by Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs team.
- [Office Assistant](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers/office-assistant/) - Oversee the management of the office(s) and ensure you are modeling all policies and procedures set forth by Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs team.
- [Development Project Administrator](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers/development-project-administrator/) - Oversee and perform the administrative and program functions involved with our donor and marketing programs.

## Events

- [Pawtumn Bark-A-Que](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/pawtumn-barq-a-que/) - Purchase tickets here! https://givebutter.com/pawtumn-baq Pawtumn Bark-A-Que $25 Admission Includes: -Cheplic's Pig Roast and Sides -Exclusive GAMSD Swag* -Live Music by The Next -A Pumpkin to Decorate -Unlimited Playground Access *The first 100 tickets purchased will include an exclusive Guardian Angels Medical Service Dog hat, generously provided by GSJJ. Local pickup only. Beer and Wine available
- [18th Annual Oronoque Village Golf Tournament Fundraiser](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/18th-annual-oronoque-village-golf-tournament-fundraiser/) - Register here!! Join Us for the 18th Annual Oronoque Village Golf Tournament The Oronoque Village Condominium Association invites you to enjoy a day of golf for a great cause at our 18th Annual Golf Tournament on Tuesday, September 8th at the beautiful Blackhawk Country Club. Proceeds from this year's event will support: - The Sterling
- [Benefit Ride](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/benefit-ride/) - Benefit Ride Sponsored by American Legion Riders Washington Post 175. Saturday, August 15th, 2026. Proceeds benefit: Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. Registration begins at 10am at Washington Post 175. Kick Stands Up at 11:30am. Fees $20 single ride, $30 with passenger. Food, 50/50, Tricky Tray Public Welcome For more information or to donate to
- [5th Annual VFW Post 764 Fundraiser](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/5th-annual-vfw-post-764-fundraiser/) - The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 764 is proud to support veterans and the sacrifices they have made. This year we are raising funds to help Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, The Fisher House and Crabtree-Kovacicek Veterans House. These charities provide invaluable service for veterans with disabilities resulting from Traumatic Brain Injuries, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- [WASHINGTON WILD THINGS](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/washington-wild-things/) - WASHINGTON WILD THINGS INVITE American Legion Post 760 fundraiser for Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs on June 13th. Join us for a fun night of baseball while supporting the Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs! Half of the ticket proceeds raised from the group will go for a Medical Serviced Dog for a Veteran. Saturday, June
- [Braden Borough Armed Services Day](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/braden-borough-armed-services-day/) - The Borough of Baden will be hosting an Armed Services Day Event not only to recognize and honor our military but, more importantly, to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of our nation. Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs will be in attendance with a display table to discuss our organization and share educational materials.
- [American Legion Post 117 Speaking Engagement](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/american-legion-post-117/) - Join Us for a Special Guest Speaker! American Legion Post 117 is honored to welcome a guest speaker from Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs on March 11th at 7:00 PM.Come learn about the incredible work these highly trained service dogs do to support Veterans and individuals in need. This is a great opportunity to hear firsthand
- [Bodacious Handbag Bingo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/save-the-date/) - Bodacious Handbag Bingo February 26, 2026 Doors open at 6pm $40 for bingo cards and light dinner GWC Clubhouse 2809 West University Avenue Gainesville, FL 32607
- [For Freedoms Sake, A toast to Veterans](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/for-freedoms-sake-a-toast-to-veterans/) - Support our veterans! One Cook Rd, Belle Vernon, PA 15012 5pm to close! Foster House II is teaming up with Our Brothers' Keeper, a non-profit organization committed to raising awareness and preventing veteran suicide. 15% of all sales will be donated to Our Brother’s Keeper from 5:00 to close on Monday, Nov. 10. We will
- [Defender Service Awards Voting](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/defender-service-awards-voting/) - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, is proud to announce its selection as a finalist in the Honorees category for the 2025 Defender Awards. Voting for the awards begins October 3, 2025, at noon ET and runs through October 19, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. ET, with supporters able to cast one vote per day. Vote Daily –
- [Stahl's Veteran Open House](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/stahls-veteran-open-house/) - ⭐️ Free Entry ⭐️ Join us for the 10th Annual Stahls Veterans Open House, a powerful tradition that honors the men and women who bravely served our country. This milestone year invites veterans, their families, and the community to come together for a day filled with camaraderie, gratitude, and celebration. Explore the Stahls Motors &
- [Join us for a night of BBQ, live music, and community spirit at Dee-Jay’s BBQ in Bridgeville, PA!](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/join-us-for-a-night-of-bbq-live-music-and-community-spirit-at-dee-jays-bbq-in-bridgeville-pa/) - On October 12, from 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM, enjoy great food and tunes while supporting Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. A portion of proceeds will help change lives through the power of service dogs! So bring your appetite and your friends! 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Steelers vs. Cleveland Browns 4:00 PM - 7:00
- [Stahls’ Power Play for Heroes Charity Hockey Game 2025](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/stahls-power-play-for-heroes-charity-hockey-game-2025/) - November 14, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM St. Clair Shores Civic Arena, St. Clair Shores, MI Join us for an action-packed evening as the Detroit Red Wings Alumni take on Team STAHLS’ in the Power Play for Heroes Charity Hockey Game! Meet NHL legends, enjoy autograph sessions, raffles, and family-friendly fun, all while supporting
- [Bag Lady Sue Comedy Fundraiser](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/bag-lady-sue-comedy-fundraiser/) - Dec 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Bag Lady Sue Comedy Fundraiser 4 GAMSD 413 S Main St, Butler, PA 16001, USA "One of these awesome dogs is going to a local Butler, PA Veteran who suffers from PTSD and other conditions, AT NO CHARGE! This is an amazing org. Please try to attend
- [The 4th Annual Shebango Dirts Classic 5k / 8 Miler Run](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/the-4th-annual-shebango-dirts-classic-5k-8-miler-run/) - Saturday, 06 September 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Erie Canal Bar & Grille Join us for another fun-filled day as we continue to honor Matt's legacy. We invite runners and walkers of all ages to come on out, support a fantastic cause, have great food, and win awesome prizes! This year's fundraising will go toward
- [National Mutt Strut](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/national-mutt-strut/) - The National Mutt Strut Launching October 10–22, 2025 | World Mental Health Day Walk for Wellness. Walk for Hope. Walk to Save Lives. Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is proud to host the National Mutt Strut as part of our ongoing mission to provide lifesaving medical service dogs to veterans, first responders, and civilians living
- [An Evening of Inspiring Tales & Tails](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/an-evening-of-inspiring-tales-tails/) - We are pleased to announce that An Evening of Inspiring Tales and Tails, a benefit to provide veterans and first responders with service dogs, is coming to Pittsburgh! Hosted by the nonprofit Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, this event will celebrate the organization's 15th anniversary and unite philanthropic businesses and individuals to help those who
- [An Evening of Inspiring Tales & Tails](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/an-evening-of-inspiring-tales-tails/) - We are pleased to announce that An Evening of Inspiring Tales and Tails, a benefit to provide veterans and first responders with service dogs, is coming to Pittsburgh! Hosted by the nonprofit Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, this event will celebrate the organization's 15th anniversary and unite philanthropic businesses and individuals to help those who
- [2024 PowerPlay for Heroes](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/2024-powerplay-for-heroes/) - SID-Stahls-PPFH24-MAIN Promo video: https://vimeo.com/1010698772?share=copy Supporting our Veterans: Game night: Friday, November 15, 2024, at 7:30PM DOORS OPEN @ 7pm Who: Team Stahls’ vs. Detroit Red Wings Alumni Location: SCS Civic Arena (Gardens Rink) Charity: Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs To get Tickets or Donat please visit this link: Stahls' Power Play for Heroes Charity Hockey Game 2024 Tickets,
- [Community Mutt Strut 2024](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/community-mutt-strut-2024/) - Pittsburgh! The Community Mutt Strut returns this October at the Great Lawn on the North Shore!! We are excited to announce that the Mutt Strut will return to the Great Lawn at Riverfront Park on the North Shore on October 5, 2024. Join Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, our sponsors, and a host of others as
- [Annual Southeast Michigan Chamber of Commerce Charity Golf Classic](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/annual-southeast-michigan-chamber-of-commerce-charity-golf-classic/) - Friday May 17, 2024, at Golden Hawk Golf Club in Casco, Michigan! Golden Hawk Golf Club 9861 Meisner Rd Casco Twp., MI 48064 Tournament format is a four-player scramble and will feature many prizes, including a $10,000 HOLE-IN-ONE, $5,000 trip to Pebble Beach for two, closest to the pin contests, continental breakfast, lunch at the turn, Cocktail Networking Patio Party, Dinner Awards Ceremony, and much
- [2024 Raymond James Spartan Stadion Weekend](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/2024-raymond-james-spartan-stadion-weekend/) - Raymond James Stadium, 4201 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL Stadium Access Compete where the NFL Buccaneers play! "Spartan's mission is to help people live without limits. Our training and race events can help everyone develop the physical and mental strength to take on all of life's challenges with an unbreakable spirit. We believe that living "the hard
- [Poker Run - Rochester, MI](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/poker-run-rochester-mi/) - Saturday July 20th, 2024 650 Woodward, Rochester, MI $20 per bike, $15 per rider Register: 9:30-10:30 am at Rochester Eagles. KSU 11:00 Raffles, 50/50, barrel of booze. For more information or to donate, please contact Lisa Sage @ 248-875-0011 Cage (vehicles) welcome. Meal included at end of the run with regristration. This is dedicated to
- [FreeStar Financial Night at the Races](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/freestar-financial-night-at-the-races/) - Freestar Night at the Races We’re thrilled to announce the return of the 2nd Annual Night at the Races Event on May 17, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. at Zuccaro’s Banquets and Catering. NATR Event Flyer 2025 This highly anticipated event includes virtual horse racing, dinner, drinks, and fun, and is open to
- [FreeStar Financial Night at the Races](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/freestar-financial-night-at-the-races/) - Freestar Night at the Races We’re thrilled to announce the return of the 2nd Annual Night at the Races Event on May 17, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. at Zuccaro’s Banquets and Catering. NATR Event Flyer 2025 This highly anticipated event includes virtual horse racing, dinner, drinks, and fun, and is open to
- [Celebrate Michigan's Military](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/celebrate-michigans-military-3/) - We would like to cordially invite you to the 10th Annual Celebrate Michigan's Military Event, which will be held on June 6th, 2024 at Andiamos Banquet Center in Warren, MI. This special occasion is dedicated to honoring and supporting our country's heroes – the brave men and women who have selflessly served our nation. For
- [Celebrate Michigan's Military](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/celebrate-michigans-military-3/) - We would like to cordially invite you to the 10th Annual Celebrate Michigan's Military Event, which will be held on June 6th, 2024 at Andiamos Banquet Center in Warren, MI. This special occasion is dedicated to honoring and supporting our country's heroes – the brave men and women who have selflessly served our nation. For
- [Camp Grayling - Kentucky Derby Gala](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/camp-grayling-kentucky-derby-gala/)
- [Camp Grayling - Kentucky Derby Gala](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/camp-grayling-kentucky-derby-gala/)
- [Stahl's Power Play for Heroes](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/stahls-power-play-for-heroes/) - Don't miss the excitement! Stahls' Power Play for Heroes Annual Charity Hockey Game! St. Clair Shores Civic Arena - Garden Rink 7:30 PM, Friday, November 10th, 2023 Admission is $10.00, Kids under 10 are Free) See the Stalls Team take on the Detroit Red Wings Alumni Team! Proceeds benefit Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Tickets
- [Sky an Oar for Guardian Angels](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/sky-an-oar-for-guardian-angels/) - 8 YEARS AND PADDLING OUT STRONG! Don't miss out on Shaka SUP Racing's longest running event, “Sky an Oar for Guardian Angels”. Beautiful Morse Reservoir in Noblesville, IN is still a perfect place to race with the sandy beach and close, long shoreline. We will be hosting Morse Reservoir's Aquatic Center, 19777 Morse Park Lane,
- [Sky an Oar for Guardian Angels](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/sky-an-oar-for-guardian-angels/) - 8 YEARS AND PADDLING OUT STRONG! Don't miss out on Shaka SUP Racing's longest running event, “Sky an Oar for Guardian Angels”. Beautiful Morse Reservoir in Noblesville, IN is still a perfect place to race with the sandy beach and close, long shoreline. We will be hosting Morse Reservoir's Aquatic Center, 19777 Morse Park Lane,
- [Halloween Bash 2023](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/halloween-bash-2023/) - Cathryn Scalabrino Tamou is back with her 6th annual famous Halloween Bash! Join in for a ghoulish night to remember!Tickets are $99 per person, and include dinner, dessert and an open premium bar! Entertainment provided by DJ Paul Martingale from Channel 95.5 Premier Event Center 20400 S. Nunnery Rd. Clinton Township, MI 48035 Must be
- [Halloween Bash 2023](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/halloween-bash-2023/) - Cathryn Scalabrino Tamou is back with her 6th annual famous Halloween Bash! Join in for a ghoulish night to remember!Tickets are $99 per person, and include dinner, dessert and an open premium bar! Entertainment provided by DJ Paul Martingale from Channel 95.5 Premier Event Center 20400 S. Nunnery Rd. Clinton Township, MI 48035 Must be
- [Geary Farms July Jamboree](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/geary-farms-july-jamboree/) - Join Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs at the Geary Farms July Jamboree! Saturday & Sunday, July 8th & 9th from 11am - 6:00pm Come have a great day at the farm, and stop by to visit with Jack Wagner at our booth.
- [Geary Farms July Jamboree](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/geary-farms-july-jamboree/) - Join Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs at the Geary Farms July Jamboree! Saturday & Sunday, July 8th & 9th from 11am - 6:00pm Come have a great day at the farm, and stop by to visit with Jack Wagner at our booth.
- [Community Mutt Strut](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/community-mutt-strut/) - We are excited to announce Community Mutt Strut returns to Pittsburgh with a new location for 2023! Join us at The Great Lawn on the North Shore on Saturday, September 16, 2023! Pittsburgh! The Community Mutt Strut returns this September at a Brand New Location!! We are excited to announce due to attendance that the Mutt
- [Community Mutt Strut](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/community-mutt-strut/) - We are excited to announce Community Mutt Strut returns to Pittsburgh with a new location for 2023! Join us at The Great Lawn on the North Shore on Saturday, September 16, 2023! Pittsburgh! The Community Mutt Strut returns this September at a Brand New Location!! We are excited to announce due to attendance that the Mutt
- [United Rentals Bark-A-Que](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/united-rentals-bark-a-que/) - Get ready for an Amazing Friday night at Washington Wild Things Park! June 9, 2023 5pm - 9pm Live Music by the one and only Andy Davis Band - Food provided by Mission BBQ Silent Auction, Children's activities, arts & crafts, 50/50 raffle, local vendors and much more! Admission is FREE this event is Sponsored by:
- [Dog Fore! Vets - MAK Technologies Fundraiser](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/dog-fore-vets-mak-technologies-fundraiser/) - A charity Topgolf event to raise money for highly-trained service dogs. To raise money for our ongoing Dogs for Vets fundraiser in support of the National Guard Association of Michigan's "54 by 24" Campaign, MAK will be hosting a Dogs fore!Vets Topgolf fundraiser in Orlando, FL on June 22, 2023. We invite you to join
- [NASCAR Day Giveathon 2023](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/nascar-day-giveathon-2023/) - Guardian Angels is joining with the NASCAR Foundation during the NASCAR DAY Giveathon. 75 hours of online fun, friends and fundraising! From May 16 - 19th, you can visit our unique fundraising page, make a donation or even start your own fundraising campaign!
- [McMurray VFW Service Dogs for Veterans Event](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/mcmurray-vfw-service-dogs-for-veterans-event/) - This event is open to the public. We are asking for a $5 donation to be a member for a day, or a $5 donation for current members. Door open at 11:30am! Join us at VFW Post 764, 460 Valleybrook Road, McMurray, PA 15317 BYOC (Bring your own chair) 50/50 Raffle every 2 hours, and
- [Camp Grayling's 2nd Annual Kentucky Derby Gala](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/camp-graylings-2nd-annual-kentucky-derby-gala/) - Grab your derby attire and join us! Enjoy Auctions, Dancing, Southern Fare & Cocktails, Fireworks, Photo Ops, a Best Dressed Contest, Raffles and the Live Race Feed! The Derby Gala is a charity event, raising funds for our Veterans with PTSD through the 54 by 24 Service Dogs Save Lives Campaign. Call 989-344-6190 for tickets
- [Celebrate Michigan's Military](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/celebrate-michigans-military-2/) - Whether you've participate in Celebrate Michigan's Military for years, or have never been - THIS is the year to attend! Join us at The War Memorial on D-Day, June 6th and support our cause of donating Service Dogs to Veterans and get a special look at the incredible Les Brave II statue!
- [Dogs Fore! Vets](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/dogs-fore-vets/) - Join MAK Technologies at TopGolf Orlando! 16 Feb 2023 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM The first annual Dogs fore! Vets TopGolf Fundraiser will take place in Orlando, Fl during the week of SISO’s 2023 Simulation Innovation Workshop (SIW) in hopes that the modeling and simulation community will come together to support our veterans. Features of
- [LA: Paws for Veterans](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/la-paws-for-veterans/) - UPDATE: Date changed due to forecasted Weather. The Paws for Veterans will now be even more awesome! Join us Saturday night from 5-9 for live music & food vendors. Then, come on back Sunday, 11/20 for the Mutt Strut from 1-5pm! Join Stained Glass Wine House on Saturday, November 19th for Paws for Veterans! This is going
- [Hunter Brothers Coffee Fundraiser](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/hunter-brothers-coffee-fundraiser/) - Looking for a great cup of coffee? Look no further! Hunter Brothers Coffee is a Veteran Owned small business raising funds for Guardian Angels. From now until November 27th, 2022, Hunter Brothers. will donate 20% of all items purchased HERE
- [MI: Celebrate Michigan's First Responders](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/celebrate-michigans-military/) - Michigan: Amazing new event, Celebrate Michigan’s First Responders, and raising funds for Guardian Angels to train service dogs for our first responders in need. Make plans now to join us November 4th, at The Sheraton, located at 21111 Haggerty Rd., Novi, Michigan, from 6-9pm.
- [LA: Veterans Day Free Concert at Stained Glass Wine House](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/la-veterans-day-free-concert-at-stained-glass-wine-house/) - Be at Stained Glass Wine House this Veterans Day and enjoy a free Veterans Day Concert, featuring country music singer Kayleigh Mathews (Nashville, TN) Kayleigh will be doing an in-person, live streamed concert from 8pm – 11pm. No admission, donations are encouraged. Location: 201 Huey P. Long Ave, Suite A, Gretna, LA 70053 See all SGWH
- [LA: Dinner with Deuce!](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/la-dinner-with-deuce/) - Join Stained Glass Wine House on Wednesday, November 16th at 7pm for a great private event featuring dinner & drinks with New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame Legend, Deuce McAllister. Only 30 seats available for this exclusive event, and tickets are $100 each. Reserve your seat HERE See all SGWH events HERE
- [PA: Pittsburgh Pet Expo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/pa-pittsburgh-pet-expo/) - Join Guardian Angels at the Pittsburgh Pet Expo! The largest Pet Expo on the East Coast. Nov. 18th - 20th. David L. Lawrence Convention Center, 1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Friday, 5-9pm Saturday, 10am - 8pm Sunday, 10am - 5pm
- [FL: MAK Technologies Dogs for Vets Fundraiser](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/mak-technologies-dogs-for-vets-fundraiser/) - Daytona Beach, FL. Join MAK Technologies for their 5th Annual Bayberry Lakes 5th Annual Run/Walk/Bike 5K Fundraising Event! The event will take place at Bayberry Lakes Clubhouse, 120 Eldenberry Lane, Daytona Beach, FL. Saturday, November 19th at 7am! To register GO HERE To donate to their fundraising efforts, GO HERE.
- [PA: Gala of Angels](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/pa-gala-of-angels/) - An unforgettable fundraising evening featuring, Three-course dinner & drinks, silent & live auctions, special guests and more. Black tie is requested at this event. For Tickets or Tables, please contact: CPhillips@MedicalServiceDogs.org
- [FL: Ocala Preserve Golf Tournament for Charity](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/fl-ocala-preserve-golf-tournament-for-charity/) - The Ocala Preserve Veterans Group presents the 2022 Ocala Preserve Golf Tournament for Charity. Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Founder & CEO, Carol Borden will deliver the opening remarks before the tournament begins.
- [MI: Stahls' Power Play for Heroes Charity Hockey Game](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/stahls-power-play-for-heroes-charity-hockey-game/) - Join in the fun with the Detroit Red Wings Alumni vs Stahls Power Play for Heroes Charity Hockey Game! Friday, November 4th at 8pm - St. Clair Shores Civic Arena. Be sure to check out the Memorabilia, 50/50 Raffle, Raffle Baskets, Ring Roamer and the Ted Lindsay Award! Admission is just $10.00, and kids under
- [Pucks & Paws - Erie Otters](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/pucks-paws-erie-otters/) - Watch the Erie Otters take on the Owen Sound Attack Saturday, October 22nd at 7pm! The 1st 1,ooo fans in attendance receive a collapsable water bowl. Get details & tickets: https://ottershockey.com
- [Central Florida Peanut Festival](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/central-florida-peanut-festival/) - Come visit us at the Peanut Festival in Williston, Florida on Saturday, October 15th from 1-7pm. This event was re-scheduled due to Hurricane Ian. For more information, go HERE. DESCRIPTION For more than 30 years, the Central Florida Peanut Festival celebrates the area's largest commercial crop: the peanut. Vendors, crafters and civic groups will line
- [PA: 2022 CannonBall](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/the-canonball/) - A Fundraising Gala - Saturday, 5 November 2022 The festivities for this patriotic, black-tie event will begin with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres as our museum comes alive. Enjoy a unique and fun experience presented through the personal artifacts and real-life stories of honor, courage, and sacrifice from our Veterans. Then guests proceed to our elegant ballroom for an evening
- [Community Mutt Strut - Frick Park, PA](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/community-mutt-strut-virtual/) - Community Mutt Strut: Nationwide! Join PNC Bank & Guardian Angels at the Mutt Strut! This hybrid online & in-person event will take place from Sept. 7 through Sept. 10th. There’s so much fun you won’t want to miss, including an incredible online auction, dog photo contests, raffles and it all culminates with a live event in
- [Annual Benefit Ride](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/annual-benefit-ride/) - Join the American Legion Riders, Post 790 for their Annual Benefit Ride! Saturday, July 30th at the American Legion Post 790 in Smithton, PA. Registration begins at 9:30am, with Kickstands up at 11! Pre-registration is available, contact Megan Gordish at (724) 237-2554. After the ride, we'll have DJ Larry Z, food and a basket raffle!
- [Ruff Ride Pgh](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/ruff-ride-pgh/) - Grab your team & join in the Ruff Ride! This incredible 24 hour cycling event is fun for everyone, and a great team-building exercise! Whether your team has 5 members or 50, your objective is to keep that cycle spinning for 24 hours. Enjoy contests, games, music and more! A great time for everyone at
- [NGAUS - 144th General Conference & Exhibition](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/ngaus-144th-general-conference-exhibition/) - Guardian Angels will be joining the National Guard Association of the United States at their 144th General Conference & Exhibition, August 26 - 29, 2022 in Columbus, Ohio. For more information on this event, or register to attend, please visit: https://www.ngaus.org/events/144th-general-conference-exhibition
- [Selfridge Open House & Air Show](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/selfridge-open-house-air-show/) - Visit the open house at Selfridge Air National Guard Base as they celebrate 105 years of service to our nation, and stop by and see Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs while you're there! Click HERE for more detailed event information.
- [CycleBark Pittsburgh](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/cyclebark-pittsburgh/) - Join Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs and CycleBar North Hills on Saturday, June 4th at noon for a fun-raising event! Register and see event details here!
- [Service Dogs for Veterans Fundraiser Event](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/service-dogs-for-veterans-fundraiser-event/) - The VFW hosting a fundraiser with music, food, and more to provide service dogs to Veterans in need. Get directions and see event details here!
- [MI: Celebrate Michigan's Military (CMM)](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/celebrate-michigans-military-cmm/) - Michigan’s premiere veterans’ event, Celebrate Michigan’s Military will be held from 6-9pm on Friday, September 30th ,. Enjoy an evening of camaraderie and celebration of our veterans, while raising funds to train Service Dogs for our veterans in need. Details and ticket information coming soon! Seats are very limited for this event. For tickets or
- [Career Day](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/career-day/)
- [USA Hockey Heroes Appreciation Weekend](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/usa-hockey-heroes-appreciation-weekend/) - Free Tickets For Veterans, Active Military, In The Police Force, A Firefighter, Emt Or First Responder Are Available Here.
- [Mi: St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/st-clair-shores-memorial-day-parade/) - Michigan: Come out and celebrate our heroes at the St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade. Guardian Angels will be exhibiting in the parade with a very special float! Learn more about the parade here.
- [Ar: 51st Eangus Big Dam Conference](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/eangus-big-dam-conference/) - Arkansas: Visit with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs at our booth inside the Enlisted Association of the National Guard National Conference. August 8 – 12th, 2022 at the Statehouse Convention Center, 101 E. Markham St., Little Rock, AR 72201 Visit the conference website to learn more HERE.
- [ST: Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/st-clair-shores-memorial-day-parade-st/)
- [MI: UofM (University of Michigan), SVA Dinner](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/uofm-university-of-michigan-sva-dinner/) - This event is hosted by the Student Veterans of America in support of Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. The ultimate goal of the event is to sponsor a service dog for a veteran in need. We will be moving away from the formal dinner style that we have used in the past in favor of
- [FL: International Pet Expo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/international-pet-expo/) - Visit the incredible Global Pet Expo! Look for the Guardian Angels Team walking the floor at the International Pet Expo in Orlando, March 23 – 25th! We’ll be there to meet & greet and answer your questions. March 23-25, 2022 Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. For more information on attending the Expo, click Florida: International Pet Expo Look for the Guardian Angels Team walking the floor at the International Pet Expo in Orlando, March 23 – 25th! We’ll be there to meet & greet and answer your questions.
- [FL: Heroes Honor Festival](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/heroes-honor-festival/) - Florida: Come visit with the Guardian Angels’ team this Memorial Day Weekend, May 27 & 28th at the Heroes Honor Festival. The 9/11 generation of military veterans is inviting the country to attend the Heroes Honor Festival, where they will celebrate and honor Vietnam veterans. Everyone is welcome at this two-day event featuring military flyovers, parades, ceremonies, live
- [PA: Pups N Puffs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/pups-n-puffs/) - Pups N Puffs: Pittsburgh! Join The Old Allegheny Smoke Shop in raising funds for guardian angels at the Pups N Puffs event! Stop into their store at 4755 Clairton Blvd #2115 in Pittsburgh on Thursday, May 19th from 3-8pm ET. This event is open to the general public, however, due to COVID Recommendations, this event
- [PA: Working Animal Appreciation Day](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/working-animal-appreciation-day/)
- [PA: Cyclebark Ride](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/cyclebark-ride/) - Join us on April 2nd at 12noon or 2pm and cycle to save the life of a veteran. There are only 36 seats per class and the donation is $60! Our veterans are worth it! Come meet our veteran and service dog pairs as they cheer you on to the finish! https://members.cyclebar.com/book/cyclebar-north-hills/piq_6511316
- [FL: Bodacious Handbag Bingo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/bodacious-handbag-bingo/) - Florida: Join the Gainesville Woman's Club for a great evening of Bodacious Handbag Bingo, benefitting Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. Thursday, March 24th at 6pm. Cost: $35 for bingo cards and light dinner, Bingo prizes feature designer handbags. For tickets call (352) 376-3901
- [FL: Jeep Beach Charity Night](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/jeep-beach-charity-night/) - Florida: Join in the festivities at Jeep Beach in Daytona Beach! Learn about the full event by visiting: www.JeepBeach.com. Guardian Angels will be participating in the Jeep Beach Charity Night on Monday, April 25th. You’ll see their celebrity ball game, some incredible custom jeeps and more!
- [FL: Free Outdoor Veteran Service Fair](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/florida-free-outdoor-veteran-service-fair/) - Join Guardian Angels at the Veteran Service Fair, sponsored by American Legion Post 183. The event will be held at 2706 Wells Ave., Fern Park, FL on March 26 from 10am to 3pm. At this fair, you’ll find: Help, Hope, Healing, life restoration, job placement, career training opportunities, acceptance, VA home loan information, Medical Assessment,
- [Michigan Association of Fire Chiefs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/michigan-association-of-fire-chiefs/) - Michigan: Guardian angels will be displaying a booth at the Mi Assoc of fire chiefs annual meeting. This event is not open to the public.
- [Santa Paws Social Media Campaign](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/santa-paws-social-media-campaign/)
- [Puppy Love Social Media Campaign](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/events/puppy-love-social-media-campaign/)

## Products

- [Guardian Angels Tumbler](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/guardian-angels-tumbler/)
- [Guardian Angels Baseball T-Shirt](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/guardian-angels-baseball-t-shirt/) - This baseball t-shirt features an actual Guardian Angels Medical Service Dog, Sarge. 3/4 length sleeve 50/25/25 poly/cotton/rayon Tear-away label
- [Decal](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/decal/)
- [V-Neck Dog Silhouette T-Shirt](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/v-neck-dog-silhouette-t-shirt/) - The hardest decision will be which color to get of these beautiful v-neck t-shirts, featuring the silhouette of a German Shepherd. Sample images, actual product may vary.
- [GSD Camo T-Shirt](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/gsd-camo-t-shirt/) - There's something extra special about Guardian Angels Camo t-shirts. Look carefully, and you will see a German Shepherd dog woven throughout the camouflage! Show your love of GSD's, while displaying your support for Guardian Angels with this unique t-shirt! Choose from military green or pink.
- [LOVE Hooded Sweatshirt](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/grey-love-hooded-sweatshirt/) - Order now for Valentine Delivery! Keep yourself or someone you love warm all winter in this comfy grey hoodie, made especially for Guardian Angels! This one-of-a-kind design has never been offered before, and quantities are limited! Product image is simulated. Actual product may vary slightly.
- [Guardian Angels Challenge Coin](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/guardian-angels-challenge-coin/) - *New Item!* You'll love this brand new Challenge Coin. Beautifully crafted for Guardian Angels by the great people at Thin Blue Line.
- [GSD Silhouette T-Shirt](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/gsd-silhouette-t-shirt/) - Don't miss your chance to own this unique crew neck t-shirt, perfect for every German Shepherd lover. Show your Shepherd love, and your support for Guardian Angels with cotton t-shirt, available in aquatic blue or ash gray. Image is simulated, actual product may vary slightly.
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- [Paw Print Earrings](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/paw-print-earrings/)
- [Paw Print Bracelet](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/paw-print-bracelet/)
- [Logo Crewneck Sweatshirt](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/logo-crewneck-sweatshirt/) - Show your support for Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs with one of these simple, soft, logo crewneck sweatshirts. 50/50 Cotton/Poly 8 oz.
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- [Guardian Angels Cooler Backpack](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/guardian-angels-cooler-backpack/)
- [Ranger: Tales of a PTSD Service Dog](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/ranger-tales-of-a-ptsd-service-dog/)
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- [Guardian Angels Collapsible Dog Bowl](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/guardian-angels-collapsible-dog-bowl/) - 7" diameter 32 oz. Silicone
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- [2025 Calendar](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/2025-calendar/) - Celebrate 15 years of saving lives with our 12 month calendar featuring our service dogs and future service dogs.
- [Large Beach Tote Bag](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/large-beach-tote-bag/)
- [Guardian Angels Dog Collar](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/guardian-angels-dog-collar/) - Color: Royal Blue & White Size: 3/4"H x 15" to 27"L
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- [But It's Just A Dog - Original Song CD](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/but-its-just-a-dog-original-song-cd/) - But It's Just A Dog, written, produced and performed by Rodolfo Lorie, Cosmo Ohms and Dianne Meinke. This amazing original song was written about and for Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, and the incredible healing that service dogs provide.
- [Camo Baseball Cap with Flag](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/camo-baseball-cap-with-flag-new-logo/)
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- [Paw Print Key Chain](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product/paw-print-key-chain/)

## 3D FlipBook

- [Gina & Rhino's Epilepsy Study, 2018](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/3d-flip-book/gina-rhinos-epilepsy-study-2018/)

## FAQs

- [How much does Guardian Angels charge for a service dog?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq/how-much-does-guardian-angels-charge-for-a-service-dog/) - With the exception of a $70.00 application fee, Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs are provided at NO COST to their recipients. However, Guardian Angels must raise approximately $30,000 to cover our cost of individually training each dog, plus a lifetime of support for each team we pair. Guardian Angels relies heavily on individual donations, private
- [Where is my service dog allowed to go?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq/where-is-my-service-dog-allowed-to-go/) - The American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that businesses allow people with disabilities to bring their service animals onto business premises in whatever areas customers are allowed. If you enter a business and are told that you cannot bring your dog inside, you simply tell them that this is your service dog. By law, a business
- [What are the laws regarding Service Dogs in my business?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq/what-are-the-laws-regarding-service-dogs-in-my-business/) - Service Dogs are protected by both State and Federal Law in Florida, as well as many other states. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7Ur5jcSVSE&t=3s
- [What is your Foster Training Program, and how can I get involved?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq/what-is-your-foster-training-program-and-how-can-i-get-involved/) - Our Foster Family Training Program is a unique system that allows us to train many more dogs simultaneously. Foster Family volunteers go through a screening process, and then take a service dog in–training for 6-10 weeks at a time. During those weeks, our Foster Trainers attend weekly training classes with their foster dogs, and regularly
- [Do you have emotional support dogs?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq/do-you-have-emotional-support-dogs/) - From time-to-time, we have emotional support dogs available to the public. This means the dog will be very well-suited to work for the recipient at home, but by law, will not be allowed to go into public venues. Apply Now
- [What is a service dog?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq/what-is-a-service-dog/) - A service dog is a highly trained dog with excellent on lead obedience and manners. They can never be shy, overly protective or aggressive to any other person or animal. They must always be friendly and accepting of others without soliciting attention. They must have a great work ethic and focus so that they are
- [I'm feeling sick, should I have contact with my pets?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq/im-feeling-sick-should-i-have-contact-with-my-pets/) - You should restrict contact with pets and other animals while you are sick, just like you would around other people. Although there have not been reports of pets or other animals becoming sick with COVID-19, it is still recommended that people who are sick limit contact with animals until more information is known. When possible,
- [Can hand sanitizer make my dog sick?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq/can-hand-sanitizer-make-my-dog-sick/) - Yes. It is important to be extremely careful with cleaning products around your pets. Disinfectant wipes and hand sanitizers both contain chemicals that can cause serious organ damage and/or death to your dog, and pets. We recommend hand washing with soap and water and use of hand sanitizers only when absolutely necessary. Let it dry
- [Can my dog catch COVID-19?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq/can-my-dog-catch-covid-19/) - Researchers are still studying the impact on animals. We believe that the virus may be carried for a limited time on their fur.
- [What is the process once I've submitted my application?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq/what-is-the-process-once-ive-submitted-my-application/) - Once you’ve submitted your full application, it will be received and reviewed by our recipient relations department. Each applicant is carefully considered, and their needs determined. Once this step is complete, approved applicants will be notified and placed on the waiting list. The timeline for this process varies widely, and is based on a combination
- [Does Guardian Angels train dogs for visual impairment?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq/does-guardian-angels-train-dogs-for-visual-impairment/) - While Guardian Angels trains for a great number of other disabilities, there are specific organizations that specialize in leader dogs for the visually impaired.
- [Can you train a medical service dog for my child?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq/can-you-train-a-medical-service-dog-for-my-child/) - We require any person who receives one of our service dogs to have the ability to physically and cognitively work with and care for their service dog.
- [Can I have another dog in the home?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq/can-i-have-another-dog-in-the-home/) - There are multiple reasons why other pets in the home can make it a more difficult environment for your working service dog. While we have paired many service dogs successfully in homes with other pets, keep in mind that it will delay the process. Other pets can be a distraction to your service dog, and
- [Who is eligible to apply for a Guardian Angels Medical Service Dog?](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq/who-is-eligible-to-apply-for-a-guardian-angels-medical-service-dog/) - Military, First Responders* and Civilians struggling with a disability such as: PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), Traumatic Brain Injury, mobility issues, diabetic imbalance, and/or a seizure disorder may qualify for our program. Before being approved, our thorough application process will ask that you qualify several factors including: Having a mental or physical disability that limits a

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- [#TheGazette](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/thegazette/)
- [#FriendlyAutomotive](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/friendlyautomotive/)
- [#JimRiehl](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/jimriehl/)
- [#JimRiehlsFriendlyAutomotive](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/jimriehlsfriendlyautomotive/)
- [#RoopRaj](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/roopraj/)
- [#SterlingHeightsMichigan](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/sterlingheightsmichigan/)
- [#DaveSoltesz](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/davesoltesz/)
- [#grantaward](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/grantaward/)
- [#JackWagner](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/jackwagner/)
- [#PenguinsFoundation](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/penguinsfoundation/)
- [#gainesvilleSun](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/gainesvillesun/)
- [#SantaFeCollege](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/santafecollege/)
- [#ServiceDogGraduatesCollege](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/servicedoggraduatescollege/)
- [#Wilson](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/wilson/)
- [#CampusCampaign](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/campuscampaign/)
- [#DustinandSpangle](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/dustinandspangle/)
- [#PittsburghTodayLive](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/pittsburghtodaylive/)
- [#WashingtonCounty](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/washingtoncounty/)
- [#2019](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/2019/)
- [#2019HeroDogoftheYear](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/2019herodogoftheyear/)
- [#2019ServiceDogHerooftheYear](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/2019servicedogherooftheyear/)
- [#Alice](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/alice/)
- [#HallmarkChannel](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/hallmarkchannel/)
- [#HeroDogAwards2019](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/herodogawards2019/)
- [#HeroDogAwardWinner](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/herodogawardwinner/)
- [#ServiceDogAlice](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/servicedogalice/)
- [#ServiceDogoftheYear](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/servicedogoftheyear/)
- [#ServiceDogWinsTopHonors](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/servicedogwinstophonors/)
- [#TeamAlice](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/teamalice/)
- [#AlBlock](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/alblock/)
- [#CraigAScott](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/craigascott/)
- [#GMAR](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/gmar/)
- [#GreaterMetropolitanAssociationofRealtors](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/greatermetropolitanassociationofrealtors/)
- [#JamieIodice](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/jamieiodice/)
- [#KarenGreenwood](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/karengreenwood/)
- [#KatieWeaver](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/katieweaver/)
- [#MichiganStatePolice](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/michiganstatepolice/)
- [#SgtMcRae](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/sgtmcrae/)
- [#TrooperSchool](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/trooperschool/)
- [#Tuebor](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/tuebor/)
- [#VeteranServiceDog](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/veteranservicedog/)
- [#BarksBrewsandBBQ](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/barksbrewsandbbq/)
- [#Connecticut](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/connecticut/)
- [#News12](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/news12/)
- [#9eleven](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/9eleven/)
- [#Bolduc](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/bolduc/)
- [#BrigadierGeneral](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/brigadiergeneral/)
- [#DonBolduc](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/donbolduc/)
- [#Fox](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/fox/)
- [#FoxNews](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/foxnews/)
- [#GeneralDonaldBolduc](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/generaldonaldbolduc/)
- [#HorseSoldiers](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/horsesoldiers/)
- [#September11](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/september11/)
- [#Mercer](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/mercer/)
- [#MicheleBrooks](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/michelebrooks/)
- [#BrownPawsWedding](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/brownpawswedding/)
- [#ServiceDogsatWedding](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/servicedogsatwedding/)
- [#ServiceDogWedding](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/servicedogwedding/)
- [#VeteranServiceDogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/veteranservicedogs/)
- [#WCJB20](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/wcjb20/)
- [#FTWayneIndiana](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/ftwayneindiana/)
- [#IndianaVeterans](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/indianaveterans/)
- [#KarenandPatton](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/karenandpatton/)
- [#Navy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/navy/)
- [#NavyVeteran](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/navyveteran/)
- [#ServiceDogPatton](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/servicedogpatton/)
- [#WANETV](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/wanetv/)
- [#Award](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/award/)
- [#Vote](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/vote/)
- [#VoteforGuardianAngels](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/voteforguardianangels/)
- [#CraigandFoxy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/craigandfoxy/)
- [#MuttStrut4ServiceDogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/muttstrut4servicedogs/)
- [#NewNormal](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/newnormal/)
- [#ServiceDogFoxy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/servicedogfoxy/)
- [#HelpingNonprofits](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/helpingnonprofits/)
- [#NationalRandomActsofKindnessDay](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/nationalrandomactsofkindnessday/)
- [#Nonprofit](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/nonprofit/)
- [#RandomActsofKindness](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/randomactsofkindness/)
- [#SupportingNonprofits](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/supportingnonprofits/)
- [#WhatcanIdo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/whatcanido/)
- [#Bloom](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/bloom/)
- [#Flag](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/flag/)
- [#Kelsey](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/kelsey/)
- [#KelseyandFlag](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/kelseyandflag/)
- [#ServiceDogFlag](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/servicedogflag/)
- [#WFLA](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/wfla/)
- [#braininjury](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/braininjury/)
- [#BrainInjuryAwareness](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/braininjuryawareness/)
- [#Lex18](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/lex18/)
- [#TBI](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/tbi/)
- [#DiabeticAlertDogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/diabeticalertdogs/)
- [#GreaterGood](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/greatergood/)
- [#MobilityAssistanceDogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/mobilityassistancedogs/)
- [#PermanentDisabilities](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/permanentdisabilities/)
- [#PTSDServiceDogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/ptsdservicedogs/)
- [#SeizureAlertDogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/seizurealertdogs/)
- [#Auction](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/auction/)
- [#Disabilities](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/disabilities/)
- [#MuttStrut2021](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/muttstrut2021/)
- [#OnlineAuction](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/onlineauction/)
- [#PetPhotoContest](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/petphotocontest/)
- [#VirtualEvent](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/virtualevent/)
- [#CaseyAffleck](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/caseyaffleck/)
- [#ChrisCadigan](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/chriscadigan/)
- [# GayleGuyardo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/gayleguyardo/)
- [#BenandBolt](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/benandbolt/)
- [#PAWSAct](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/pawsact/)
- [#DarrenYuvan](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/darrenyuvan/)
- [#Triblive](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/triblive/)
- [#HIREVetsMedallion](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/hirevetsmedallion/)
- [#Bucco](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/bucco/)
- [#PittsburghPirates](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/pittsburghpirates/)
- [#TeamDog](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/teamdog/)
- [#PiratesPup](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/piratespup/)
- [#Cycling](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/cycling/)
- [#CycleBar](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/cyclebar/)
- [#CycleBarNorthHills](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/cyclebarnorthhills/)
- [#June](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/june/)
- [#Biking](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/biking/)
- [#Selfridge](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/selfridge/)
- [#NationalGuard](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/nationalguard/)
- [#AirShow](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/airshow/)
- [#LiveMusic](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/livemusic/)
- [#Raffle](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/raffle/)
- [#RuffRide](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/ruffride/)
- [#Spinning](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/spinning/)
- [#fundraiser](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/fundraiser/)
- [#TeamFoster](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/teamfoster/)
- [#SchenleyPlaza](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/schenleyplaza/)
- [#AmericanLegionRiders](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/americanlegionriders/)
- [#Post790](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/post790/)
- [#BenefitRide](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/benefitride/)
- [#Motorcycles](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/motorcycles/)
- [#DJLarryZ](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/djlarryz/)
- [#Smithton](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/smithton/)
- [#PA](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/pa/)
- [#DiabeticAlert](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/diabeticalert/)
- [#SeizureAlert](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/seizurealert/)
- [#MobilityDogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/mobilitydogs/)
- [#EricaFrancis](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/ericafrancis/)
- [#PeanutFestival](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/peanutfestival/)
- [#Williston](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/williston/)
- [#ThingstodoinFlorida](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/thingstodoinflorida/)
- [#SoldiersandSailors](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/soldiersandsailors/)
- [#Cannonball](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/cannonball/)
- [#Otters](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/otters/)
- [#ErieOtters](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/erieotters/)
- [#DaytonaBeach](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/daytonabeach/)
- [#5k](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/5k/)
- [#RunWalkBike](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/runwalkbike/)
- [#Bike](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/bike/)
- [#Run](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/run/)
- [#ThingstoDoinDaytonaBeach](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/thingstodoindaytonabeach/)
- [#RedWingsAlumi](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/redwingsalumi/)
- [#CharityHockey](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/charityhockey/)
- [#DarrenMcCarty](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/darrenmccarty/)
- [#BradGalli](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/bradgalli/)
- [#PowerPlayforHeroes](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/powerplayforheroes/)
- [#CharityGolfTournament](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/charitygolftournament/)
- [#Ocala](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/ocala/)
- [#OcalaPreserve](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/ocalapreserve/)
- [#TrinityGolfclub](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/trinitygolfclub/)
- [#GalaofAngels](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/galaofangels/)
- [#PetExpo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/petexpo/)
- [#Concert](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/concert/)
- [#freeconcert](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/freeconcert/)
- [#KayleighMathews](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/kayleighmathews/)
- [#StainedGlassWineHouse](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/stainedglasswinehouse/)
- [#SGWH](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/sgwh/)
- [#Gretna](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/gretna/)
- [#GretnaLA](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/gretnala/)
- [#Louisiana](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/louisiana/)
- [#DeuceMcallister](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/deucemcallister/)
- [#DinneranddrinkswithDeuce](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/dinneranddrinkswithdeuce/)
- [#NOLA](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/nola/)
- [#PawsforVeterans](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/pawsforveterans/)
- [#Coffee](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/coffee/)
- [#VeteranOwned](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/veteranowned/)
- [#ChrisAnnPhillips](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/chrisannphillips/)
- [#ChrisPhillips](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/chrisphillips/)
- [#PittsburghVeteranoftheYear](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/pittsburghveteranoftheyear/)
- [#VeteranoftheYear](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/veteranoftheyear/)
- [#CAO](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/cao/)
- [#DogsForeVets](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/dogsforevets/)
- [#TopGolf](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/topgolf/)
- [#Orlando](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/orlando/)
- [#MAK](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/mak/)
- [#MAKTechnologies](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/maktechnologies/)
- [#SISO](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/siso/)
- [#simulationInnovationWorkshop](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/simulationinnovationworkshop/)
- [#SIW](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/siw/)
- [#February16](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/february16/)
- [#ThingstoDoinOrlando](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/thingstodoinorlando/)
- [#DebbieandNavy](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/debbieandnavy/)
- [#NGAM](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/ngam/)
- [#CampGrayling](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/campgrayling/)
- [#54by24](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/54by24/)
- [#ThingtodoinMichigan](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/thingtodoinmichigan/)
- [#KentuckyDerbyGala](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/kentuckyderbygala/)
- [#gala](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/gala/)
- [#Derby](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/derby/)
- [#officersClub](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/officersclub/)
- [#CharityEvent](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/charityevent/)
- [#McMurrayPA](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/mcmurraypa/)
- [#McMurrayVFW](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/mcmurrayvfw/)
- [#VFW](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/vfw/)
- [#MotorcycleRun](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/motorcyclerun/)
- [#VFWPost764](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/vfwpost764/)
- [#KellyJeanAcoustic](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/kellyjeanacoustic/)
- [#TFOG](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/tfog/)
- [#Jasperillo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/jasperillo/)
- [#JCraiger](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/jcraiger/)
- [#ShadyMugs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/shadymugs/)
- [#NASCAR](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/nascar/)
- [#NASCARFoundation](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/nascarfoundation/)
- [#GIVATHON](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/givathon/)
- [#NASCARDayGiveathon](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/nascardaygiveathon/)
- [#UnitedRentals](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/unitedrentals/)
- [#WomenUnited](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/womenunited/)
- [#AndyDavisBand](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/andydavisband/)
- [#WashingtonWildThingsPark](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/washingtonwildthingspark/)
- [#BarkAQue](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/barkaque/)
- [#MissionBBQ](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/missionbbq/)
- [#WashingtonPA](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/washingtonpa/)
- [#freeevents](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/freeevents/)
- [#NorthShoreRiverfrontPark](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/northshoreriverfrontpark/)
- [#CMM](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/cmm/)
- [#CelebrateMichigansMilitary](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/celebratemichigansmilitary/)
- [#McMurrayVFWMemorialParkPost764](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/mcmurrayvfwmemorialparkpost764/)
- [#VFW764](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/vfw764/)
- [#McMurray](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/mcmurray/)
- [#GearyFarms](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/gearyfarms/)
- [#JulyJamboree](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/julyjamboree/)
- [#McDonaldPA](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/mcdonaldpa/)
- [#thingstodoinWashingtonCountyPA](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/thingstodoinwashingtoncountypa/)
- [#Geary](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/geary/)
- [#foodTrucks](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/foodtrucks/)
- [#Scalabrino](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/scalabrino/)
- [#Halloween](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/halloween/)
- [#HalloweenBash](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/halloweenbash/)
- [#HalloweenParty](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/halloweenparty/)
- [#ClintonTownship](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/clintontownship/)
- [#DJPaulMartingale](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/djpaulmartingale/)
- [#ShakaSup](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/shakasup/)
- [#skyanOar](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/skyanoar/)
- [#NoblesvilleIndiana](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/noblesvilleindiana/)
- [#Paddleboard](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/paddleboard/)
- [#MorseReservoir](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/morsereservoir/)
- [#ThingstodoinIndiana](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/thingstodoinindiana/)
- [#indiana](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/indiana/)
- [#SUP](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/sup/)
- [#supportingVeterans](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/supportingveterans/)
- [#DetroitRedWings](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/detroitredwings/)
- [#StClairShores](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/stclairshores/)
- [#GardenRink](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/gardenrink/)

## Donations Category

- [Campaigns](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations-category/partner-individual-campaigns/) - Interested in staring your own campaign? Contact us at info@medicalservicedogs.org
- [Donate Campaigns](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations-category/donate-campaigns/)
- [Sponsorships](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations-category/sponsorships/)
- [Events](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations-category/events/)
- [Education](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations-category/education/)
- [Additional Options](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations-category/additional-options/)
- [Planned Giving](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations-category/planned-giving/)
- [Additional Options](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/donations-category/additional-options-2/)

## Recipients Category

- [Veteran](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients-category/veteran/)
- [Civilian](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients-category/civilian/)
- [First Responder](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients-category/first-responder/)
- [Punta](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients-category/punta/)
- [Law Enforcement](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients-category/law-enforcement/)

## Recipients Tag

- [Past](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/recipients-tag/past/)

## Sponsors Category

- [Affiliates and Partners](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor-category/affiliates-and-partners/)
- [Guardian](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor-category/guardian/)
- [Angel](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor-category/angel/)
- [Shepherd](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor-category/shepherd/)
- [Man’s Best Friend](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor-category/mans-best-friend/)
- [Defender](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor-category/defender/)
- [Passing of the Leash Society](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/sponsor-category/passing-of-the-leash-society/)

## Team Members Category

- [Executive Team](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team-category/executive-team/)
- [Development](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team-category/development-team/)
- [Administrative](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team-category/administrative-staff/)
- [Trainers](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team-category/training-dog-care-staff/)
- [Board of Directors](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team-category/board-of-directors/)
- [Apprentices](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team-category/apprentices/)
- [National Directors](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/team-category/veterinary-executive-team/)

## Award Winners Category

- [Florida](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/award-category/florida/)
- [Georgia](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/award-category/georgia/)
- [Michigan](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/award-category/michigan/)
- [Pennsylvania](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/award-category/pennsylvania/)
- [New Hampshire](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/award-category/new-hampshire/)

## Financials Category

- [Policies](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials-category/donor-privacy-policy/)
- [Prior Years' Tax Returns & Audits](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/financials-category/prior-years-tax-returns-audits/)

## Tags

- [Florida](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/florida/)
- [Georgia](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/georgia/)
- [Michigan](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/michigan/)
- [New Hampshire](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/new-hampshire/)
- [Pennsylvania](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/pennsylvania/)
- [#ServiceDogHerooftheYear](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/servicedogherooftheyear/)
- [#ServiceDog](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/servicedog/)
- [#GuardianAngelsMedicalServiceDogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/tag/guardianangelsmedicalservicedogs/)

## Careers Category

- [Operations](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers-category/operations/)
- [Dog Care](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers-category/dog-care/)
- [Training](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers-category/training/)
- [Veterinary](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers-category/veterinary/)
- [Development](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers-category/development/)
- [Apprentice](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers-category/apprentice/)
- [Actively Hiring](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/careers-category/actively-hiring/)

## Event Location

- [Township MI](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/township-mi/)
- [Orlando FL](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/orlando-fl/)
- [Claire Shores, MI](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/claire-shores-mi/)
- [Daytona FL](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/daytona-fl/)
- [The Old Allegheny Smoke Shop](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/the-old-allegheny-smoke-shop/)
- [State Capitol Building](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/state-capitol-building/)
- [CYCLEBAR NORTH HILLS](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/cyclebar-north-hills/)
- [Hosted by the Gainesville Women’s Club](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/hosted-by-the-gainesville-womens-club/)
- [Andiamo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/andiamo/)
- [Jackie Robinson Stadium, Daytona Beach, FL](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/jackie-robinson-stadium-daytona-beach-fl/)
- [St. Clair Shores, Michigan](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/st-clair-shores-michigan/)
- [Statehouse Convention Center](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/statehouse-convention-center/)
- [2706 Wells Ave, Fern Park, FL](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/2706-wells-ave-fern-park-fl/)
- [USA Hockey Arena, 4900 Beck Rd, Plymouth, MI 48170](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/usa-hockey-arena-4900-beck-rd-plymouth-mi-48170/)
- [VFW Post 764](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/vfw-post-764/)
- [Selfridge Air National Guard Base](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/selfridge-air-national-guard-base/)
- [Greater Columbus Convention Center](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/greater-columbus-convention-center/)
- [Morse Resevoir Public Beach](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/morse-resevoir-public-beach/)
- [American Legion Post 790](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/american-legion-post-790/)
- [Pittsburgh](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/pittsburgh/)
- [Williston Heritage Park](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/williston-heritage-park/)
- [Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/soldiers-sailors-memorial-hall-museum/)
- [Erie Insurance Arena](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/erie-insurance-arena/)
- [Bayberry Lakes Clubhouse](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/bayberry-lakes-clubhouse/)
- [St. Clair Shores Civic Arena](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/st-clair-shores-civic-arena/)
- [Stained Glass Wine House](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/stained-glass-wine-house/)
- [The War Memorial](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/the-war-memorial/)
- [Camp Grayling Officers Club](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/camp-grayling-officers-club/)
- [Top Golf Orlando](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/top-golf-orlando/)
- [Washington Wild Things Park](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/washington-wild-things-park/)
- [The Great Lawn on the North Shore](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/the-great-lawn-on-the-north-shore/)
- [Geary Farms](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/geary-farms/)
- [Premier Event Center](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/premier-event-center/)
- [Rivers Casino](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/rivers-casino/)
- [Andiamos Banquet Center](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/andiamos-banquet-center/)
- [National](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/national/) - Walk anywhere – any time between October 10th-October 22nd.
- [Location:](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/location/)
- [Dee Jay's BBQ](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/dee-jays-bbq/) - Dee Jay’s BBQ Ribs & Grille – Collier Located in the Great Southern Shopping Center.
- [American Legion Post 117, Butler, PA](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/american-legion-post-117-butler-pa/)
- [Baden Municipal Complex](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/baden-municipal-complex/)
- [EQT Park](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/eqt-park/)
- [North Strabane Park](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/north-strabane-park/) - QUAIL ACRES PAVILION
- [168 Park Ave](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/168-park-ave/)
- [Blackhawk Country Club](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-location/blackhawk-country-club/)

## Event Organizer

- [Erie Otters](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-organizer/erie-otters/) - Hockey Team
- [Stahls](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-organizer/stahls/)
- [Trilogy Golf Club at Ocala Preserve](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-organizer/trilogy-golf-club-at-ocala-preserve/)
- [Mary Lamparter](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-organizer/mary-lamparter/)
- [National Guard Association of Michigan](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-organizer/national-guard-association-of-michigan/)
- [McMurry VFW Post 764](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-organizer/mcmurry-vfw-post-764/)
- [NASCAR Foundation](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-organizer/nascar-foundation/)
- [Mak Technologies](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-organizer/mak-technologies/)
- [United Rentals](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-organizer/united-rentals/)
- [Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-organizer/guardian-angels-medical-service-dogs/)
- [Geary Farms](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-organizer/geary-farms/)
- [Cathryn Scalabrino](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-organizer/cathryn-scalabrino/) - Realtor at Keller Williams Realty Lakeside
- [Shaka SUP Racing](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/event-organizer/shaka-sup-racing/)

## Product categories

- [All Products](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-category/all-products/)
- [Clearance](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-category/clearance/)

## Product tags

- [#Dog](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/dog/)
- [#flag](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/flag/)
- [#GermanShepherd](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/germanshepherd/)
- [#GuardianAngelsMedicalServiceDogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/guardianangelsmedicalservicedogs/)
- [#hoodie](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/hoodie/)
- [#ServiceDogs](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/servicedogs/)
- [#servicedog](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/servicedog/)
- [#Sweatshirt](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/sweatshirt/)
- [#GSDCamo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/gsdcamo/)
- [#GSDCamoTShirt](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/gsdcamotshirt/)
- [#TShirt](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/tshirt/)
- [#Silhouette](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/silhouette/)
- [#GSD](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/gsd/)
- [#GSDSilhouette](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/gsdsilhouette/)
- [#shirt](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/shirt/)
- [#Vneck](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/vneck/)
- [#baseballcap](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/baseballcap/)
- [#baseballhat](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/baseballhat/)
- [#camo](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/camo/)
- [#camohat](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/camohat/)
- [#hat](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/hat/)
- [ball](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/ball/)
- [golfball](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/golfball/)
- [golf](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/golf/)
- [#gsdtumblr](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/gsdtumblr/)
- [#tumblr](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/tumblr/)
- [tumbler](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/tumbler/)
- [#decal](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/decal/)
- [#beach](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/beach/)
- [#beachblanket](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/beachblanket/)
- [#blanket](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/blanket/)
- [#pillow](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/pillow/)
- [#keychain](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/keychain/)
- [#pawprint](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/pawprint/)
- [#bag](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/bag/)
- [#BeachBag](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/beachbag/)
- [#totebag](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/totebag/)
- [#LOVE](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/love/)
- [service dog](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/service-dog/)
- [#ButItsJustADog](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/butitsjustadog/)
- [#CosmoOhms](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/cosmoohms/)
- [#DianneMeinke](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/diannemeinke/)
- [#Music](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/music/)
- [#RodolfoLorie](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/rodolfolorie/)
- [charm](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/charm/)
- [necklace](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/necklace/)
- [silver](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/silver/)
- [#Warm](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/warm/)
- [#ChallengeCoin](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/challengecoin/)
- [#2024](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/2024/)
- [#2024Calendar](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/2024calendar/)
- [#ShopforGood](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/shopforgood/)
- [#HelpingVeterans](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/helpingveterans/)
- [#HelpingFirstResponders](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/product-tag/helpingfirstresponders/)

## FAQ Categories

- [Service Dog Laws](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq-category/service-dog-laws/)
- [Cost](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq-category/cost/)
- [Eligibility](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq-category/eligibility/)
- [Service Dog Information](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq-category/service-dog-information/)
- [Application Process](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq-category/application-process/)
- [Foster Training](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq-category/foster-training/)
- [Pet Care](https://www.medicalservicedogs.org/ufaq-category/pet-care/)