Dogs are bred specifically for the program and are mostly Labradors and golden retrievers — breeds smart and sturdy enough to help veterans with both mental and physical disabilities.



































Service Dog Saves Military Veteran’s Life
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A 4-legged response to PTSD
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KDKA follow-up
An organization with roots here in Pittsburgh is helping to make sure as many military veterans as possible get service dogs if they want one.
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Ruff Ride Pittsburgh event helps raise funds for veterans, service dogs
Event helps raise funds for veterans, service dogs
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