Canines for Service

06/17/2026

Congratulations to our Spring 2026 service dog training interns, Nick and Kevin! 🎓🐾

Both Veterans themselves, Nick and Kevin poured their passion and dedication into the program as they paid it forward by training service dogs for fellow Veterans.

Kevin has accepted a position as a CFS Service Dog Trainer and Nick will also join our team full-time later this summer. We're grateful to have them both continue to make an impact by supporting our mission. 🇺🇸

06/15/2026

Congratulations, Carolina Hurricanes! 🏒🏆 Our pups would like to know when the victory parade starts... they've been practicing their zoomies. 🐾

06/14/2026

Don’t miss your chance to be entered into our swag giveaway! 🤩

As we approach the end of our fiscal year on June 30, every gift makes a difference in helping us continue providing highly trained service dogs to Veterans. To help us reach our goal, we’re excited to announce a special June fundraising giveaway!

Anyone who makes a donation of $50 or more during the month of June will automatically be entered to win a Canines for Service swag bag filled with CFS merchandise and goodies. Your support directly impacts the lives of the Veterans we serve and gives you a chance to show off your CFS pride, too! Thank you for helping us finish the year strong and continue changing lives, one service dog at a time. 🐾

https://www.caninesforservice.org/donate/

06/13/2026

Today is the day! Shop for a cause today at Lilly Pulitzer Mayfaire 🛍️🐾

Next Saturday, June 13th🛍️ Shop for a Cause with Lilly Pulitzer! 🐾

Mark your calendars for June 13th and treat yourself to something bright, colorful, and stylish while supporting a great cause!

When you shop at Lilly Pulitzer in Wilmington on June 13th, a portion of proceeds will benefit Canines for Service.

✨ Shop your favorite Lilly looks.
🐕 Support future service dogs.
💙 Make a difference.

We hope to see you there! Stay tuned for additional event details and help us spread the word by sharing this post.

06/12/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Women Veterans Day! 🇺🇸

Today, we honor the courage, leadership, and service of the women who have worn our nation's uniform.

Navy Veteran, Anne Leanos, who is waiting to receive a Canines for Service service dog shared:

"Military service has shaped who I am and taught me resilience, humility, and a commitment to something bigger than myself. The values I learned in the Navy continue to guide how I serve my clients, our Wilmington community, and our country today. On Women Veterans Day, I'm especially grateful for the women who served before me and helped pave the way for future generations to lead and give back."

As she prepares to receive a service dog, she also reminds us that service continues beyond the military:

"As a Veteran, I've learned that none of us succeeds alone. I'm deeply thankful to the donors, volunteers, and trainers who make programs like Canines for Service possible. What I look forward to most about receiving a service dog is the partnership—a highly trained companion who can provide support when I need it and help me continue living, working, and serving with confidence."

Today, we celebrate the women who served, the paths they continue to forge, and the communities that stand beside them. ❤️🐾

06/11/2026

Thank you to the Calabash VFW and the Post's Auxiliary for continuing to generously support our mission! 🐾🇺🇸

06/11/2026

Jet, Basil, and Mason and going bananas for a great cause! 🍌☕🐾

Through August 31st, treat yourself to a delicious banana-inspired drink from Port City Java and help support Canines for Service at the same time. From Jacksonville to Southport, 13 southeastern NC PCJ locations are giving back this summer.

06/10/2026

🐾 Partnership Update 🐾

Because of your support, Navy Veteran Chris was partnered with Henry, a devoted Goldador trained to help with the effects of PTSD and traumatic brain injury.

Just three months into their partnership, Chris reports better sleep, stronger routines, less anxiety, and a renewed sense of calm. Henry has even helped Chris continue the job he loves and feel more comfortable in places that once felt overwhelming.

This PTSD Awareness Month, you can be proud knowing your support is impacting Veterans like Chris every day.

Read the full story here: https://mailchi.mp/3d00aff63a5d/a-story-of-hope-chris-henry

Canines for Service creates life-changing partnerships between service dogs and Veterans with PTSD, TBI, military sexual trauma, and/or mobility limitations at no cost to them.

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06/09/2026

Service dogs in training Jet, Bogey, Tuck, George, Lucy, and Mason recently put their public access skills to the test at the Wilmington International Airport. From rolling suitcases and busy crowds to unfamiliar sights and sounds, the airport provided plenty of real-world distractions for the dogs to navigate while maintaining focus on their handlers. Experiences like these help prepare future service dogs to remain calm, confident, and attentive in a variety of public settings.

06/09/2026

School's out, and puppies are in! 🐾

This summer, you can help shape the future of a service dog by opening your home to a puppy in training. Make this a summer that changes two lives, yours and a Veteran's.