Veterans reconnect with service dogs at fundraising event

The Freedom Dogs program, founded in 2009, pairs military service members with trained service dogs to assist with issues like PTSD and anxiety. The nonprofit recently hosted a "family reunion" for veterans and their dogs ahead of a fundraising golf tournament. Participants, including former service members and their families, traveled from across the country to reconnect and support one another. The dogs undergo two years of training to perform specific tasks that help their owners manage daily challenges. Veterans shared personal stories of how their service dogs improved their lives. One veteran highlighted how his dog helped him overcome PTSD and navigate daily tasks, emphasizing the bond formed through the program.