The mission of our program partnership with GI Wishes and Torchlight K9, is to provide eligible OKGSR dogs with task-training potential the opportunity to become an obedience-trained companion animal (or more!), free of charge to Veterans.
Program Highlights:
- Revolving list of 5 eligible dogs*
- Waived OKGSR $350 adoption fee
- 2 weeks e-collar board/train at Torchlight K9, valued at $2,100
- Lifetime Saturday group classes for brush-up basic obedience (6 required classes within first year), or Veterans desiring to task train their animal
- If in dire financial need, one year of basic pet/Tulsa-based veterinarian assistance through GI Wishes
- Option to opt in/opt out of media involvement to raise additional awareness for the program
Important advisory:
It is important to note that many rescue animals have unknown genetic and breeding history, and cannot be expected to fulfill many specific tasks that a Veteran may require – for example, mobility assistance, seizure detection, etc. Thus, it is important that the tasks required not be a deal breaker prior to applying for our program.
Application Process:
To apply to our program, please e-mail:
okgsrveteransprogram@gmail.com
May 1-31 | $1 for $1 | Fundraiser:
The Crane Institute of America (CIA) Giving Fund is a proud supporter of the OKGSR Veterans Program, and has agreed to donate up to $20,000 for any funds raised via GoFundMe during the month of May: Military Appreciation Month.
To donate to this cause, visit: https://www.gofundme.com/f/okgsrvet
