Service Dogs in Training

Ripley is one of the newest dogs beginning training with Warrior Freedom Service Dogs as we kick off 2026. She officially starts her journey toward placement in our Fall 2026 class.

Ripley’s story began at Mountain Hospital for Animals on Lookout, where she was born and lovingly raised by Dr. Maddox from day one. In late 2025, Ripley was evaluated for the Warrior Freedom program — and she passed with flying colors.

We received Ripley at 14 months old in fall of 2025, Ripley has entered into formal training, where she will focus on obedience, confidence-building, and the foundational skills needed to become a reliable Service Dog. We’re excited to watch her grow and take each step toward becoming a life-changing partner for a Veteran.

Weekend Foster Needed
Ripley is currently looking for a weekend foster home to help her continue learning home routines, social skills, and real-world experiences outside the kennel environment. Weekend fosters play a vital role in a dog’s development and are fully supported by our team.

If you’re interested in welcoming Ripley into your home for weekends and being part of her journey, we’d love to hear from you.

Mimosa is a 3-year-old, high-energy Shepherd who is currently in training with Warrior Freedom Service Dogs. She is intelligent, driven, and eager to work — qualities that show strong potential but also mean she needs the right foster environment to support her development.

Mimosa is looking for a Weekend Foster who is comfortable with an active dog and can provide structure, consistency, and positive engagement outside the kennel setting.

Weekend fostering allows dogs to practice home routines, build confidence in everyday environments, and develop the real-world skills essential for Service Dog placement. This step is critical in helping our trainers evaluate a dog’s readiness and long-term success in the program.

If you’re experienced with energetic dogs and interested in playing a meaningful role in a future Service Dog’s journey, we’d love to hear from you.

Xena has successfully passed all required evaluations and is now approved and ready for Spring Veteran placementwith Warrior Freedom Service Dogs. Her steady focus, reliability, and consistency throughout training have prepared her for the next step — being matched with her future Veteran partner.

Xena continues refining her skills while serving as a weekend foster with Emma, a WFSD Kennel Technician, who supports her ongoing training and reinforcement in a home environment. This weekend foster placement allows Xena to maintain structure, practice real-world routines, and stay mission-ready as she prepares for placement.

Xena represents the final stage of the Service Dog training journey — where dedication, teamwork, and preparation come together to form a life-changing partnership. We are excited to see her move into Spring placement and begin supporting a Veteran on their path toward restored independence and connection.

Scooter is our handsome Standard Poodle, and he is ready for Spring placement with Warrior Freedom Service Dogs. Known for being incredibly photogenic and delightfully playful, Scooter brings both joy and focus to everything he does.

Along with his fun-loving personality, Scooter has demonstrated the intelligence, confidence, and adaptability needed to move into the next phase of his journey. He’s prepared to take the skills he’s been building and put them to work supporting a Veteran as a future Service Dog partner.

We’re excited to see Scooter step into Spring and begin this important next chapter—where his playful spirit and steady training come together to help change a Veteran’s life.

Trooper is a beautiful Golden Retriever from Patriot Kennels 1776 and is ready for Spring placement with Warrior Freedom Service Dogs. With a steady temperament, kind demeanor, and strong foundation, Trooper has shown the qualities needed to move into the next phase of his Service Dog journey.

As Trooper prepares for Spring, we are excited to see him take this important step toward becoming a reliable, life-changing partner for a Veteran. His readiness reflects the dedication, training, and care that go into every dog in our program.

Spring is a season of new beginnings — and Trooper is ready for his.

Maxx is a wonderful dog from Patriot Kennels 1776 and is ready for Spring placement with Warrior Freedom Service Dogs. With a solid training foundation and a confident, willing nature, Maxx has shown he’s prepared to take the next step toward becoming a dependable Service Dog partner.

As Spring approaches, we’re excited to see Maxx move forward into placement — where his training, temperament, and potential can come together to support a Veteran on their journey toward greater independence and connection.

Maxx is ready for what’s next — and we can’t wait to see the impact he’ll make.

Titan is another exceptional dog from Patriot Kennels 1776 and is ready for Spring placement with Warrior Freedom Service Dogs. Titan has demonstrated a strong foundation, steady focus, and the kind of temperament that prepares a dog for the responsibility of Service Dog work.

As he steps into Spring, Titan is poised to begin the next chapter of his journey — moving from training toward becoming a life-changing partner for a Veteran. His readiness reflects the dedication, care, and training that define our program.

Titan is ready for Spring — and ready to make a difference.