Programs
Type of Companion:
*All animals are obtained from shelters, rescues, and humane societies
Companion Rescue/Shelter Dogs and Cats: P2V connects these last-chance pets with active duty military, military veterans, first-responders, and their families that are forever transformed by the unconditional love and friendship that only a companion pet can provide. The dog has basic obedience and house manners; however, the dog is not granted public access.
Skilled Companion Dog: A Skilled Companion Dog is trained in basic obedience such as sit, stay, and relieving itself outdoors. A Skilled Companion Dog may also be trained to perform one specific task for assisting the hero within his or her home that has one of the many similar tasks to that of a Service Dog. For example, a Skilled Companion Dog may be trained to alert for a seizure or an anxiety attack, help heroes that do not want to leave their home or have assistance from others when they do leave home, and assist heroes in answering the door who are uneasy about performing this duty on his or her own. A Skilled Companion Dog may also be trained to provide balance and stability to prevent falls. However, a Skilled Companion Dog may not have the ability to become a Service Dog. Generally, few dogs can make it to the Service Dog level where the dog can perform their work and be comfortable in public locations.
The wait period for a Skilled Companion Dog is typically 2-4 months depending on the task needed for the hero. The dog is not granted public access.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Active Duty Military, Reserve, and National Guard
- Military Veterans (Honorable or Other Than Honorable Discharge)
- First-Responders (Retired and Active)
- Next-of-kin
- Immediate Family Members (Spouses and Children)
P2V Adoption Program provides:
- Cost-free adoption of a loving companion animal from a shelter or rescue organization by full reimbursement of the adoption fee
- Free animal health care (first year only)
- Free gift card ranging from $60 – $130 for supplies such as leash, collar, food-water bowls and crate
- Free training assistance (when needed)
*Click here to view the coverage provided for your pet.
P2V Buddy Program
A special program designed for those that are receiving inpatient care at a treatment facility. P2V Buddies are picked up from their treatment facility to visit shelter animals – prior P2V Buddies have expressed this to be a very therapeutic program for both the Buddies and the shelter animals.
- Active Duty Military, Reserve, and National Guard
- Military Veterans (Honorable or Other Than Honorable Discharge)
- First-Responders (Retired and Active)
- Next-of-kin
- Immediate Family Members (Spouses and Children)
If you are Active Duty Military, Reserve, National Guard, Military Veteran, or First-Responder and require additional services that P2V does not provide, please visit the National Resource Directory.