Dogs That Help

Dogs That Help Dogs That Help provides Service and PTSD dogs to veterans and first responders at no cost.

💙 Sponsor Spotlight: Conner RoofingA big thank you to Conner Roofing for their generous support of our Golf Scramble!Bec...
05/13/2026

💙 Sponsor Spotlight: Conner Roofing

A big thank you to Conner Roofing for their generous support of our Golf Scramble!

Because of their donation of the lunch buffet, our golfers will be able to enjoy a great meal during the event. Their contribution helps make the day even more special for everyone participating.

We truly appreciate Conner Roofing’s commitment to supporting our mission and helping us continue our work with veterans and first responders.

👉 Be sure to support and thank Conner Roofing for their generosity!

💙 Sponsor Spotlight: Troy Veterinary ClinicWe’d like to give a huge thank you to Troy Veterinary Clinic for their genero...
05/12/2026

💙 Sponsor Spotlight: Troy Veterinary Clinic

We’d like to give a huge thank you to Troy Veterinary Clinic for their generous support of our upcoming Golf Scramble!

Thanks to their donation of the beverage cart, our golfers will stay refreshed and ready throughout the day. It’s support like this that helps make our event enjoyable for everyone involved.

We’re incredibly grateful to have partners like Troy Veterinary Clinic who believe in our mission and help us continue providing service dogs to veterans and first responders.

👉 Be sure to support and thank Troy Veterinary Clinic for giving back to the community!

💙 Thank You to Our Amazing Sponsors!We’re so thankful for the businesses that continue to step up and support Dogs That ...
05/07/2026

💙 Thank You to Our Amazing Sponsors!

We’re so thankful for the businesses that continue to step up and support Dogs That Help and our upcoming Golf Scramble.

👏 Troy, IL Police Department
Thank you for your generosity and for being part of a mission that makes a lasting impact in our community.

👏 Signature Hair Design
We truly appreciate your support and commitment to helping us continue our work with veterans and first responders.

Because of sponsors like these, we’re able to keep training and placing service dogs where they’re needed most.

👉 Be sure to support these businesses and thank them for supporting Dogs That Help!

⛳ Last Chance to Join Us!Time is running out to be part of our 3rd Annual Dogs That Help Golf Scramble!If you’ve been th...
05/06/2026

⛳ Last Chance to Join Us!

Time is running out to be part of our 3rd Annual Dogs That Help Golf Scramble!

If you’ve been thinking about signing up, this is your sign. Spots are almost gone and we’d love to see you out on the course with us.

📅 May 15
⏰ Sign-up at 8 AM | Tee-off at 9 AM
📍 Cardinal Creek Golf Course – Scott Air Force Base
💲 Starting at $85 per player

Your day includes:
🏌️‍♂️ 18 holes of golf (with cart)
🍴 Lunch
🎯 Games and on-course challenges
🎁 Prizes and more

Don’t miss your chance to enjoy a great day of golf while supporting service dogs for veterans and first responders.

👉 Register now before it’s too late: https://www.eventregisterpro.com/event/dogsthathelp2026

👉 Tag your team & share this post!

Let’s fill the course and make this our best year yet. 💙🐕

Thank You to Our Amazing Sponsors!We’re incredibly grateful for the continued support from our community as we get close...
05/05/2026

Thank You to Our Amazing Sponsors!

We’re incredibly grateful for the continued support from our community as we get closer to our Golf Scramble. None of this would be possible without our amazing sponsors.

👏 Joe's Pizza and Pasta
Thank you for your generosity and for supporting a mission that makes a real difference in the lives of veterans and first responders.

👏 US Veterans Foundation
We truly appreciate your support and commitment to helping us continue our work and expand our impact.

Because of sponsors like these, we’re able to keep training and placing service dogs where they’re needed most.

👉 Be sure to support these businesses and thank them for supporting Dogs That Help!

🐾 Why We Teach Our Dogs to Ignore FoodIt might look a little funny when a dog walks right past a dropped piece of food… ...
04/30/2026

🐾 Why We Teach Our Dogs to Ignore Food

It might look a little funny when a dog walks right past a dropped piece of food… but for a service dog, that’s a really big deal.

Our dogs are taught not to take food from the ground or from strangers. Not because they aren’t tempted, but because their job is to stay focused and safe no matter what’s going on around them.

Imagine being in a grocery store, a restaurant, or even just walking down the street. There are distractions everywhere. A service dog needs to be able to ignore all of that and stay tuned in to their handler.

It’s also about safety. Dogs shouldn’t eat something unless it comes from the person they’re working with. That helps prevent them from picking up something harmful or getting distracted at the wrong time.

So, if you ever see one of our dogs walk right past a snack on the ground, just know, that’s not an accident. That’s training, trust, and a dog doing exactly what they’re meant to do. 💙🐕

💙 Thank You to Our Amazing Sponsors!We’re incredibly grateful for the continued support from our community as we get clo...
04/23/2026

💙 Thank You to Our Amazing Sponsors!

We’re incredibly grateful for the continued support from our community as we get closer to our Golf Scramble. None of this would be possible without our amazing sponsors.

👏 Alfonzo’s Pizzeria
Thank you for your generosity and for supporting a mission that makes a real difference in the lives of veterans and first responders.

👏 Jim Lyon Insurance
We truly appreciate your support and commitment to helping us continue our work and expand our impact.

Because of sponsors like these, we’re able to keep training and placing service dogs where they’re needed most.

👉 Be sure to support these businesses and thank them for supporting Dogs That Help!

04/22/2026

🐾 What Is Task Work?

One of the most important parts of service dog training is something called task work, skills that directly help a handler in their daily life.

In this video, you’re seeing a dog practice a task where they alert their handler when someone is approaching. Eventually, we will work on him alerting when his back is turned. This can be incredibly helpful for individuals who experience anxiety, PTSD, or difficulty with awareness in busy environments.

Instead of being caught off guard, the handler gets a clear, calm signal from their dog—giving them time to adjust, prepare, or move to a more comfortable space.

These tasks may look simple, but they are life-changing. They help create a sense of safety, confidence, and independence that many of our handlers haven’t felt in a long time.

This is what our dogs are training for every day. 💙🐕

🍋 Not a Coffee Drinker? We’ve Got You Covered! 💙🐾You can still support Dogs That Help at Germania Brew Haus and enjoy so...
04/16/2026

🍋 Not a Coffee Drinker? We’ve Got You Covered! 💙🐾

You can still support Dogs That Help at Germania Brew Haus and enjoy something delicious while you’re at it!

From refreshing teas to treats like their key lime pie milkshake, there’s something for everyone. And the best part? When you round up at checkout, you’re helping support the training and placement of service dogs for veterans and first responders.

It’s a small change that makes a big difference.

Visit a location near you:
📍 211 Ridge Street – Alton, IL
📍 Monticello Plaza – Godfrey, IL
📍 Eastgate Shopping Center – East Alton, IL
📍 309 N State St – Jerseyville, IL

👉 Stop by Germania Brew Haus
👉 Try something from the menu (coffee or not!)
👉 Round up at checkout to support service dogs
👉 Share this post to spread the word

Every sip, shake, and round-up helps change a life. 💙🐕

🐾 Needing a Forever Home for Bubba Brill 💙This one is a little bittersweet for us.Bubba Brill is a 6-month-old yellow La...
04/16/2026

🐾 Needing a Forever Home for Bubba Brill 💙

This one is a little bittersweet for us.

Bubba Brill is a 6-month-old yellow Lab with a big personality and an even bigger heart. He’s everything we look for—smart, loving, playful, and eager to learn. Bubba gets along wonderfully with kids and other dogs, and he brings joy wherever he goes.

He’s also off to a great start with his training:
✔️ Crate trained
✔️ Potty trained
✔️ Walks nicely on leash

Bubba truly loves to work and be part of a team, which makes this decision all the more difficult.

Due to a history of seizures, Bubba needed to be released from our program. This is never an easy call, especially with a dog as special as he is. The good news is that, according to his veterinarian, his seizures are manageable with affordable medication, and Bubba continues to be a happy, active puppy who loves life.

Now, we’re focused on finding him something just as important as a job, a forever home.

Bubba is up to date on all vaccinations and ready for his next chapter with a family who will love him for exactly who he is.

👉 If you feel like Bubba might be the right fit for your home, please message us to learn more.
👉 Even if you can’t adopt, sharing this post helps us find the perfect match for him.

He may not have continued on the service dog path, but Bubba is going to make an incredible companion for someone, and we can’t wait to see him thrive in the life he deserves. 🐕💙

Address

2024 Gladiator Drive
Fenton, MO
63026

Telephone

+13142232621

Website

http://www.dogsthathelp.org/

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