Stars and Stripes Dog Rescue

Who We Are

We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to saving dogs from euthanasia and transforming them into life-changing service animals for veterans and individuals in need. Our mission is deeply personal and is dedicated to honoring the legacy of our founder’s late son, Dustin, whose love for animals and service to others inspires everything we do.

What We Do

We rescue dogs from high-kill shelters and place them in our Prison Dog Training program, where they receive advanced obedience training. These dogs are then matched with veterans suffering from PTSD, who need service animals for emotional support or assistance with daily tasks. In addition to this, we provide support to veterans who wish to train their own dogs to become service or emotional support animals, empowering them to take control of their own healing process.

Our Prison Dog Training program not only saves dogs' lives but also provides meaningful rehabilitation opportunities for inmates, teaching them responsibility, patience, and the power of giving back to society.

Our Vision

We believe in the healing power of the human-animal bond. By rescuing dogs, training them through our prison programs, and providing service animals to veterans, we create second chances for both dogs and people. Our efforts help veterans overcome the challenges of PTSD, emotional trauma, and homelessness while giving dogs a new lease on life.

Your support enables us to continue this vital work—training more dogs, supporting more veterans, and making a lasting difference in the lives of those who need it most.