Paws and Stripes

10/21/2026

Paws and Stripes has two QPR trainings coming up that are open to anyone in the community.

QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer, three simple steps anyone can learn to recognize su***de warning signs, offer support, and connect someone in crisis with professional help. Like CPR, it prepares everyday people to recognize the signs of of a su***de crisis and connect someone with professional help.

Our two trainings will be held on Nov 3rd, 2026 from 11am-12:30pm and Dec 2nd, 2026 from 10:30am-12:00pm. You only need to attend one training.

Please email our team at [email protected] to register for either session.

10/19/2026

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month and our team at Paws and Stripes is available to offer support.

Domestic violence can affect every part of a person’s life, their relationships, family, sense of safety, mental health, and ability to feel connected to others.
For Service Members, Veterans, and their family members, free support is available.

At Paws and Stripes, our counseling program provides a safe, confidential space to work with a licensed mental health professional on the challenges you’re facing. Whether you are experiencing the effects of domestic violence, supporting someone who is, or working through the impact of past experiences, you deserve support, too.

Counseling openings are currently available at Paws and Stripes. There is no cost to eligible clients.

You don't have to wait until things feel overwhelming to reach out. Taking the first step can simply mean talking with someone who understands.

Interested in counseling? Contact us to learn more and see if our services are a fit for you. Visit www.pawsandstripes.org and complete your pre-application today.

If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-SAFE (7233).

10/14/2026

Sometimes the holiday season can bring added stress, high expectations, relationship tension, and difficult emotions. Join us for a one-time, two-hour workshop focused on practical coping strategies to help you navigate the season, set healthy limits, manage stress, and care for yourself.

📅 November 11, 2026
⏰ 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
📍 Paws and Stripes

Open to all Veterans.

Ready to enroll? Contact us to learn more:
🖱️ www.pawsandstripes.org
📧 [email protected]
📞 505-818-9336

10/08/2026

Did you know that Paws and Stripes offers a free chair yoga class on Thursdays?

This class is every Thursday from 5:15pm-6:00pm at our office: 617 Truman Street in Albuquerque and is open to all of our clients.

Not enrolled for services yet at Paws and Stripes? Our services are available to all Veterans, military service members, and their families. Give us a call at 505-705-3609 or email us at [email protected] to get enrolled today.

10/06/2026

Mark your calendars for our upcoming Veterans Resource Fair on November 11th, 2026 from 10am-2pm. This free event in Albuquerque is open to the community and will have valuable resources and community connections for Veterans and their loved ones!

Plus we will have some awesome prizes to win, delicious food and drinks, and more. Hope to see you there!

Date: Nov 11th, 2026
Time: 10am-2pm
Location: Paws and Stripes 617 Truman Street NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110

09/29/2026

An initiative like this will truly be felt across the country for our Veterans, service members, and their loved ones. Thanks to Google for this initiative, and for investing in the men and women that have given so much for this country.

Google revealed to FOX Business an initiative addressing the workforce shortage in skilled trades by training veterans for roles like electrician and pipefitter.

09/29/2026

We can't believe it has already been a month since our Salute to Service Gala. It was such a magical evening and we are so grateful for all of the support so we can continue offering no cost service dogs and mental health services to Veterans, Military Service Members, and their loved ones.

A HUGE shoutout to Siarza Digital Marketing and Co.Gatherings Events for event planning, logistics, and this incredible video.

We also have so much gratitude for all of our amazing sponsors:

Williams Injury Law
SDV Construction Inc.
Summit Electric Supply
Honeywell FM and T
Stripes Burrito Co
Nusenda Credit Union
Nikki Bronstorp-Ashford
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Del Norte Credit Union
RBC Wealth Management
Tito's Handmade Vodka
Bank of Albuquerque
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico
Southwest Interventional Pain Specialist
US Eagle Federal Credit Union
Cordova CPAs LLC
AIO
Bee Active CDB
Southwest Geophysical Consulting

And of course every single person that attended this inspiring evening. Thank you for your support.

09/23/2026

Thank you Natasha Lynn TV for highlighting our organization’s mission. 🐾

09/14/2026

Paws and Stripes is accepting applications for its Veteran Service Dog Program through November 30.

The program pairs eligible Veterans with shelter and rescue dogs and provides the training and support needed to build successful psychiatric service dog partnerships. There is no cost to apply or participate.

Because training is hands-on and requires a significant time commitment, applicants must be able to travel to our Albuquerque office several days a week throughout the program.

Please note that the program trains psychiatric service dogs only. We do not currently provide dogs trained primarily for medical alerts or other medical-response tasks.

Interested in learning more or applying? Check out our website: https://www.pawsandstripes.org/service-dog-program