Operation Freedom Paws

Four Paws, Two Feet, One Team

SUICIDE HOTLINE 1-800-273-8255
 
VETERAN HOTLINE 1-800-273-8255
(Press 1)

Empowers veterans to restore their own independence

Trains clients to train a service dog for their specific needs

Builds human-canine service teams

Provides the support needed for clients to succeed

Awards

Mary Cortani Top 10 CNN Hero & Central Coast Jefferson Award Recipient
Learn More
CNN video showing what it’s really like to be inside the mind of a veteran upon return to civilian life.
DOG WALK HOME Reuniting Veterans and Their Families (See more.)

Operation Freedom Paws – Service Dog Test Day

Events

Oct 24
California Bowling Writers 3rd Annual Bowling Tournament & Silent Auction
Have a ball bowling & help support veterans, first responders, children & others with disabilities!...
learn more
Nov 14
Morgan Hill Veterans Run
Enjoy a run and have some fun at the Morgan Hill Veterans 5k or 10k run/walk & support OFP!...
learn more
Comments Box SVG iconsUsed for the like, share, comment, and reaction icons
Operation Freedom Paws
2 days ago
Operation Freedom Paws

Friday Philosophy: “Photography is like a moment, an instant. You need a half-second to get the photo. So it's good to capture people when they are themselves.” (Patrick Demarchelier)

Xoloitzcuintle service dog.
In pajamas.
Holding a down.
Blowing a bubble.
Captured by Martha McNiel. ... See MoreSee Less

Friday Philosophy: “Photography is like a moment, an instant. You need a half-second to get the photo. So its good to capture people when they are themselves.” (Patrick Demarchelier) Xoloitzcuintle service dog. In pajamas. Holding a down. Blowing a bubble. Captured by Martha McNiel.
View on Facebook
· Share
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email
View Comments
  • Likes: 27
  • Shares: 2
  • Comments: 2

Comment on Facebook

I love his pajamas! The bubble while he salivates over a coming treat is a bonus. 🥰

So handsome & a great expression on his face. I loved him immediately ❤️

Operation Freedom Paws
3 days ago
Operation Freedom Paws

Our Thursday thank you goes out to the hosts of last Saturday's Chili Champions Cook-Off, the El Camino Club and the event organizer, Chris Miceli!

They brought together some amazing teams to compete including CAL FIRE, American Medical Response, Gilroy Fire Department, The Gilroy Grill and CHP. Chris and the teams were up bright and early to prep for the event and to start cooking. They all did an awesome job! 🙌😋🌶

Congratulations to the winners!🎉

Judge's Choice: Team Miceli and Steffany Miceli 👏🏆

People's Choice: The Gilroy Grill and Dave Bozzo 👏🏆

We also want to recognize our wonderful sponsors La Vie Dansante Wines, Sarah's Vineyard Winery, Old City Hall Restaurant, Sandy's Cafe, Pour Decisions, Articulate Solutions and Recology.

And a big shout to our gracious hosts and judges, Gene Sakahara and Sam Bozzo of SakaBozzo, Jeff Fadness, Steel Horse - The Music of Bon Jovi, Mike Tatarakis, OFP Founder and Executive Director Mary, OFP head trainer Dave, Ray, OFP volunteer lead Katie, our volunteers, Alan Chan, our auction and drawing donors, and all the supporters who came out to enjoy the event!

On behalf of our clients, thank you for making this great FUNraising event possible!🙏❤️ ... See MoreSee Less

Our Thursday thank you goes out to the hosts of last Saturdays Chili Champions Cook-Off, the El Camino Club and the event organizer, Chris Miceli! They brought together some amazing teams to compete including CAL FIRE, American Medical Response, Gilroy Fire Department, The Gilroy Grill and CHP. Chris and the teams were up bright and early to prep for the event and to start cooking. They all did an awesome job! 🙌😋🌶 Congratulations to the winners!🎉 Judges Choice: Team Miceli and Steffany Miceli 👏🏆 Peoples Choice: The Gilroy Grill and Dave Bozzo 👏🏆 We also want to recognize our wonderful sponsors La Vie Dansante Wines, Sarahs Vineyard Winery, Old City Hall Restaurant, Sandys Cafe, Pour Decisions, Articulate Solutions and Recology. And a big shout to our gracious hosts and judges, Gene Sakahara and Sam Bozzo of SakaBozzo, Jeff Fadness, Steel Horse - The Music of Bon Jovi, Mike Tatarakis, OFP Founder and Executive Director Mary, OFP head trainer Dave, Ray, OFP volunteer lead Katie, our volunteers, Alan Chan, our auction and drawing donors, and all the supporters who came out to enjoy the event! On behalf of our clients, thank you for making this great FUNraising event possible!🙏❤️Image attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment
View on Facebook
· Share
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email
View Comments
  • Likes: 20
  • Shares: 0
  • Comments: 0

Comment on Facebook

Load more
Dave and Laddie

What do service dogs do?

  • Help client stay calm and focused
  • Block (create protective space around client)
  • Alert client to events or danger
  • Retrieve objects
  • And much more

▶ Read Client Testimonials

Home