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...
Alex Gries & Sherman – Stories About Veterans & Service Dogs
U.S. Army veteran Alex Gries served in Iraq. Struggling with the aftermath of combat, Alex partnered and trains with her beloved service dog Sherman at Operation Freedom Paws. Alex is finding her “new normal” with Sherman as he is by her side, helping to...
Carlos Vera & Ruthie – Stories About Veterans & Service Dogs
At age 18, veteran Carlos Vera enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and served for six years. In 1992, he deployed to Somalia, Operation Restore Hope, and was among the first troops to arrive to that conflict. Poorly equipped and on call 24/7, the war left its mark....