Man’s Best Friend Takes on New Role Helping Veterans and Active-Duty Military

Myrtle Beach-based nonprofit introduces groups of pups training to become veteran service dogs

A new set of special puppies is on a mission to help those who once served us.

Man’s best friend takes on new role helping veterans and active-duty military

There is a new staff member at a local healthcare treatment center.Meet Captain, the newest therapy employee at the Patriot Support Program serving both veterans and active-duty members. The program is in Clearwater at the Windmoor Healthcare Facility.She's got that sense of, like, that sixth sense, almost, where she's able to recognize if someone's feeling down or depressed or a bit isolated, said Austin White, a four-year veteran.WATCH Wendy R…

Dogs in Patriot Paw program help veterans navigate life

There are 90 puppies in training with Patriot Paws right now to help veterans with physical and invisible injuries.