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Operation Freedom Paws Highlights George Kittle’s Longstanding Support Following False $5M Sanctuary Story
Posted on July 18, 2025 San Martin, CA — With headlines swirling about a fabricated $5 million dog sanctuary allegedly funded by George Kittle, one California nonprofit is setting the record straight and spotlighting the real impact the NFL star has made. Operation...
Meet Tedi: From Backyard Breeder to Future Service Dog
Say hello to Tedi, a sweet, mellow Golden Retriever who recently joined the Operation Freedom Paws family. His journey to us wasn’t easy, but it’s one filled with hope and second chances. Tedi was rescued from a backyard breeding situation where his future was...
Beyond Graduation: OFP Is Always Here
At Operation Freedom Paws, our commitment to our clients doesn’t end when they complete the program. It’s just the beginning of a lifelong partnership. One recent experience reminded us how important that promise truly is. Romeo, a service dog matched through our...
OFP Featured in Police1: How Service and Therapy Dogs Support Officer Wellness
We’re honored to be featured in a new article on Police1.com titled “How Service and Therapy Dogs Support Officer Wellness.” The piece explores how canine companions, both service and therapy dogs, are becoming valuable tools to improve the mental health and...
Navy Veteran Alexis and Her Service Dog Mulan
Navy Veteran Alexis and Her Service Dog Mulan “I Was In A Dark Place” Before OFP I was in a very dark place. With Mulan and OFP it’s like someone turned the light on in my dark place. I used to have really bad depression and anxiety to the point I would shut down for...
OFP Therapy Dog Team: Rosanne with Riggins
OFP Therapy Dog Team: Rosanne with Riggins Cleared to Provide Comfort, Compassion and Joy Together! Hi, my name is Rosanne, and I would like to introduce you to my best friend, Riggins. Some of the greatest memories I have while working as a flight attendant for 43...
Operation Freedom Paws is Proud to Announce the Certification of K9 Maui
We are proud to announce the certification of K9 Maui, a therapy dog who is now officially part of the Gilroy community! Maui was adopted from the San Martin Animal Shelter as part of a LEADERSHIP GILROY initiative to bring a working therapy dog to the community. We...
Operation Freedom Paws is Now Rated by Charity Navigator
Have you heard the news? We're now rated by Charity Navigator! You can give with confidence knowing that we have been independently evaluated for being effective. Check out our Charity Navigator profile to learn more HERE Charity Navigator rates nonprofits on a scale...
ABC7 Spotlight on our Program
In honor of Veterans Day. ABC7 reporter Lauren Martinez and photographer Alex Gray visited our class to spotlight the work happening at Operation Freedom Paws. A heartfelt thank you to our clients Ramon, Jeff, and our founder Mary for sharing their personal journeys...