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CBS Los Angeles Veterans’ Voices: Operation Freedom Paws
Veterans' Voices: Operation Freedom Paws Since 2010, Operation Freedom Paws has matched dogs with veterans, first responders, children, and other individuals with disabilities to restore their freedom to live. See the news story here
OFP Daycare and Boarding – Summertime!
An Update from Renee, Director of Operations Summer is such a great time of year for outdoor activities with friends and family. Summer is also a unique time of year for your dog. There are many seasonal things to consider regarding their activities, health, comfort,...
Mary Cortani Named “Woman of the Year” for the 17th State Senate District
Congratulations to our Founder and Executive Director, Mary Cortani, who was named the “2022 Woman of the Year” by Senator John Laird for the 17th State Senate District. During a ceremony at Operation Freedom Paws on Friday, June 24th, Mary was presented with the...
Operation Freedom Paws and Ravenox
Teaming Up To Save Heroes At Both Ends Of The Leash We're proud to announce a new collaboration spearheaded by OFP Ambassador and the CEO of Ravenox, Sean Brownlee, and our Founder and Executive Director, Mary Cortani. Sharing a commitment to their fellow veterans,...
Welcome Our New Ambassador Therapy Dog Team Sergeant Ed Soares And Duke
Delivering Healing with a Side of Shenanigans We’re proud to announce our new OFP Ambassador Therapy Dog Team - Sergeant Ed Soares and Duke! They served as distinguished partners in the Menlo Park Police Department for the past six years. Duke is certified in...
OFP is a winner in the Petco Love Stories Campaign!
Operation Freedom Paws - Petco Love "In Greek mythology, Apollo is the Greek god of sun and light. In the case of my service dog, Apollo, he is the light that helped pull me out of the darkness.” These are a few of the powerful words our veteran client, Chau, shared...
Operation Freedom Paws celebrates a decade of helping veterans and others with service dogs
OFP has served 462 clients and rescued 386 dogs from shelters By Kaylee Arca - Gilroy Life Operation Freedom Paws is celebrating a decade of life-changing therapy. The nationally renowned nonprofit organization pairs veterans, first responders and children who suffer...
Welcome Sean Brownlee, Honorary Ambassador of Operation Freedom Paws
Master Gunnery Sergeant and Future Operations Chief for the U.S. Marine Corps, Sean Brownlee, has shown steadfast advocacy for Operation Freedom Paws (OFP) and our mission. Sean is a highly respected member of both the military and civilian communities. In addition to...
Local veteran releases children’s book about four-legged heroes
By Connor Quinn - Gilroy Dispatch About a year ago, I started working for the San Martin-based nonprofit Operation Freedom Paws. Their mission is to pair rescue dogs with veterans and individuals with disabilities and train them together to restore their...