Dear Friends,

Every 65 minutes, a United States Veteran commits suicide.  Every 65 minutes, one of our Veterans is suffering so much that they feel that not being here is the only solution.  Every 65 minutes, a mother loses her son or daughter.  

Veterans Allen and Pat share how service dogs changed their lives

Approximately 15% of our Veterans suffer from post traumatic stress disorder.   Our Hounds for Heroes - PTSD Service Dogs program is designed to provide comfort, healing and hope to our Veterans.  If we can prevent even just one Veteran from taking their own life, every moment of work and every penny we spend will be worthwhile.  

Two of our Veterans, Pat and Allen, share their experience with war, coming home, PTSD and the life changing benefits of being matched with an Austin Dog Alliance service dog.  Enjoy!  

The Hounds for Heroes program is powerful and we are getting ready to announce plans to expand it.  More information coming soon.

If you know a Veteran who is struggling with PTSD, contact us to learn more about the healing power of a service dog.  If you enjoy training dogs and would like to help us train a service dog, please contact us.  

On a lighter note, we are about a month away from summer camp season.  Its a really fun time of year at our ranch because every day brings kids and dogs and laughter.  See below for more information.  

Sincerely,

Debi Krakar

Founder and Executive Director 

Special thanks to Arrowhead Films for donating the video.  

"All About Puppies" is a special session of camp for 5 and 6 years old.  June 15 - 18, 9:30 - 11:30 am.  Campers will interact with therapy dogs of all shapes and sizes.  (Note:  only one spot left.)  

"All About Dogs" is for campers 7 to 9 years old.  Campers will learn all about dog training, dog breeds, puppies, dog sports, dog body language and more.  Therapy dogs will be part of all the activities.  This camp meets from 9:30 am - noon.  Session dates are:  June 8 - 11, June 22-25, July 6 - 9, July 20-23 and August 3 - 6.  

"Bring Your Dog to Camp" is a unique day camp experience for children between the ages of 9 and 15 to bring their own pet dog to summer camp. 

Is my dog ready for camp? Dogs must be 4 months* or older and friendly with other dogs and people. Shy and or aggressive dogs are NOT suitable for this environment. If your child can not control the dog on a leash, please plan to purchase a harness.  If your dog wouldn't enjoy camp, your child can work with one of ours. Dogs must have proof of current vaccinations.

Click to Register >> "Bring Your Dog to Camp" Browse for the week, day and time and then click Register Now! If you need help registering, please call during our office hours: 512-335-7100. Share this link to tell a friend about camp.

Is my child appropriate for camp? While Austin Dog Alliance staff are very experienced with children who have high functioning autism and other challenges, these camps are designed for typically developing students. Some of the activities tend to be over stimulating to students who have autism. To discuss your child's unique needs, please contact our camp director.