Boots & Paws: Companion Dog Division
Dog Awarding
Please join us at GR HQ as we award new puppies to their guardians.
Companion dog awardings are special moments where we introduce a puppy and their guardian.
Most of our companion dogs are provided thanks to the generous support of sponsors, who (individually or as a group) contribute $5000.
The sponsorship package covers the dog along with a comprehensive care package, and a 12 month timeline of financial & expert support. Our staff has a regular cadence of follow-ups with each guardian to ensure they and their dog are doing well.
We bring guardian recipients from near & far to be paired with their new pups. As often as possible, sponsors join us for these awardings, which is a powerful opportunity for connection for everyone involved.
Event Details
WHEN: Saturday, July 15 @ 11:30 am ET
WHERE: Veterans Memorial Building, 413 Main St, Beacon, NY 12508, USA
We will be awarding a golden retriever & a german shepherd to two guardians local to the Hudson Valley
If you are in the Beacon area, please join us for this awarding!
Boots & Paws
Boots & Paws provides free companion & service dogs to veterans & first responders. Dog ownership provides therapeutic benefits, including reducing stress & anxiety, easing depression & loneliness, and encouraging regular exercise.
SERVICE DOGS: Trained to perform tasks for their specific owner to help with disabilities including psychiatric needs, our service dogs are fully trained and will have passed the ADI Public Access Test as part of Team Training with their guardian.
COMPANION DOGS: Pets for guardians who do not need a service dog. In addition to their companionship, dogs can help commit owners to routines, create a sense of purpose & accomplishment, and facilitate social interactions.
