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Monthly Archive for: "December, 2025"
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Why Public Access Training Is So Important
By Shay Owensby
In Service Dog Education
Posted December 31, 2025

Why Public Access Training Is So Important

Why Public Access Training Is So Important If you’re a veteran, a supporter of veterans, or simply a proud Missourian who loves dogs and community, you might have heard the term public access [...]

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How Donating Supplies Helps Rescue Dogs Thrive
By Shay Owensby
In How to Support & Get Involved
Posted December 30, 2025

How Donating Supplies Helps Rescue Dogs Thrive

How Donating Supplies Helps Rescue Dogs Thrive If you’re a Missouri dog lover, you already know there’s something truly special about the bond between a dog and their human. At K9’s For Camo, [...]

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The Role of Routine in Managing PTSD
By Shay Owensby
In Mental Health & Wellness
Posted December 29, 2025

The Role of Routine in Managing PTSD

The Role of Routine in Managing PTSD If you’re a veteran living in Missouri, you know firsthand that life after service comes with unique challenges. One of the toughest hurdles can be navigating [...]

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10 Ways to Support Veterans Without Spending Money
By Shay Owensby
In How to Support & Get Involved
Posted December 28, 2025

10 Ways to Support Veterans Without Spending Money

10 Ways to Support Veterans Without Spending Money Here in Missouri, we take pride in looking out for our neighbors, especially those who have served our country. Veterans have given so much to [...]

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How Service Dogs Can Help Veterans Sleep Again
By Shay Owensby
In Impact Stories
Posted December 27, 2025

How Service Dogs Can Help Veterans Sleep Again

The Service Dog Who Helped a Veteran Sleep Again Anyone who’s ever stared at the ceiling in the middle of the night knows how precious sleep really is. Now imagine that restless night stretching [...]

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Stories of Personal Growth from Inside the Program
By Shay Owensby
In Inmate Training Program
Posted December 26, 2025

Stories of Personal Growth from Inside the Program

Stories of Personal Growth from Inside the Program At K9’s For Camo, we believe that transformation is a powerful thing—whether it’s the change in a shelter dog blossoming into a confident, [...]

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How Service Dogs Improve Quality of Life for Veterans
By Shay Owensby
In Service Dog Education
Posted December 25, 2025

How Service Dogs Improve Quality of Life for Veterans

How Service Dogs Improve Quality of Life for Veterans At K9’s For Camo, nestled right here in the heart of Missouri, we believe in the incredible bond between veterans and service dogs. Our [...]

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The Connection Between Dogs and Nervous System Regulation
By Shay Owensby
In Mental Health & Wellness
Posted December 24, 2025

The Connection Between Dogs and Nervous System Regulation

The Connection Between Dogs and Nervous System Regulation For many veterans and wellness seekers across Missouri, the relationship between humans and dogs goes deeper than simple companionship. [...]

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Positive Reinforcement Training 101
By Shay Owensby
In Dog Training Tips & Behavior
Posted December 23, 2025

Positive Reinforcement Training 101

Positive Reinforcement Training 101: A Friendly Guide for New Dog Owners in Missouri Welcome to the wonderful world of dog ownership! Whether you’re in bustling St. Louis, the rolling hills near [...]

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Why Purposeful Work Reduces Recidivism
By Shay Owensby
In Inmate Training Program
Posted December 22, 2025

Why Purposeful Work Reduces Recidivism

Why Purposeful Work Reduces Recidivism: A Look at Service Dog Training and Rehabilitation in Missouri If you’ve ever wondered what kind of activities might help people transition successfully [...]

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Liberty Magill

Liberty is an Alaskan Malamute who was brought to our program by his veteran. Liberty started training as a puppy and has passed all classes with flying colors. He is task trained to bring his veteran his cane, if needed, and pick other items up off the ground and bring them to his veteran. He also is trained for mobility assistance and to help his veteran up if he falls down.

Serve proudly, Liberty! 

Lilly

Lilly is a black lab who was brought into the program by her veteran. She started the program as a puppy. This K9 and veteran team have passed their AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Community Canine, Urban CGC and Public Access certification tests. Lilly is trained to help with PTSD and is beginning to alert for blood sugar levels as well. She will post or block in public if her handler feels overwhelmed or wants a barrier between himself and other people. Lilly has been to college classes with her veteran and they both walked the stage together at graduation as her veteran received his Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

Serve proudly, Lilly!

Jazzy

Jazzy is a Collie Mix who was brought into the program by her veteran. This K9 and veteran team have passed their AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Community Canine, Urban CGC and Public Access certification tests. Jazzy is trained to help her Vietnam veteran with mobility and stability and to help him keep from falling. She is task-trained to pause or stop when he approaches ramps or small changes in ground elevation that her veteran may not notice, alerting him and helping him navigate the terrain.

Serve proudly, Jazzy!

Liberty Evans

Liberty is a black lab  who was adopted from HFLCS Canine and Feline Rescue in Buffalo, Missouri. She was then adopted by K9s For Camo to become a seizure blocking dog for a Navy veteran; she cushions and comforts our veteran if she has a seizure, then finds and alerts our veteran’s husband. Liberty is also trained to help with PTSD: she has the ability to pick up and retrieve items, and turn lights on and off. She will post or block in public if her handler feels overwhelmed or wants a barrier between herself and other people. Liberty trained at the Howliday Pet Resort and also at a Missouri correctional facility. She has passed her AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Community Canine, Urban CGC and Public Access certification tests.

Serve proudly, Liberty!

Tank

Tank is a Shar Pei Ridgeback mix who was adopted from Valley Hills Rescue in Springfield, Missouri. Valley Hills adopted him the day before he was due to be put to death. He was then adopted by K9s For Camo. Tank is task trained to pick up and bring medicine, turn on lights, open doors and assist with mobility. He is also trained to help mitigate the effects of PTSD. He will post or block in public if his handler feels overwhelmed or wants a barrier between himself and other people. Tank trained at the Howliday Pet Resort and also at a Missouri correctional facility. He has passed his AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Community Canine, Urban CGC and Public Access certification tests. He is currently serving well and proud!

Serve proudly, Tank!

Beretta

Beretta was rescued from death row due to having a condition that didn't allow her to open her eyes. She had inverted eyelids and could not see. Valley Hills Rescue rescued her and we adopted her from Valley Hills. After she had surgery to correct her eyes, she was task trained to retrieve, post, block, cover and alert her veteran if someone is walking up behind him. She is also trained to help her veteran mitigate the effects of PTSD.

Serve proudly, Beretta! 

Cheyenne

Cheyenne is a hound mix who was adopted from HFLCS Canine and Feline Rescue in Buffalo, Missouri. She was then adopted by K9s For Camo to become an alert dog for a veteran with narcolepsy. Cheyenne is trained to wake her veteran if he falls asleep and will alert him if he begins to blackout while walking, preventing him from falling. She is also trained for PTSD and will post or block in public if his handler feels overwhelmed or wants a barrier between himself and other people. Cheyenne trained at the Howliday Pet Resort and also at a Missouri correctional facility. She has passed her AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Community Canine, Urban CGC and Public Access certification tests.

Serve proudly, Cheyenne!

Thistle May

Thistle was rescued from the Humane Society of Southwest Missouri. He started out in the Puppy for Parole program at a Missouri correctional facility. We saw a lot of promise in him, so we transferred him to the K9s For Camo program. He is task trained to retrieve, post, block, cover and alert his veteran if someone is walking up behind him. He is also task trained to help his veteran mitigate the effects of PTSD.

Serve proudly, Thistle!

Moose

Moose is a blood hound mix who was adopted from Valley Hills Rescue in Springfield, Missouri. Valley Hills adopted him just a few days before he would have been put to death. He was then adopted by K9s For Camo to become a stability dog for a Vietnam veteran. Moose is also trained to help with PTSD. He will post or block in public if his handler feels overwhelmed or wants a barrier between himself and other people. Moose did training at the Howliday Pet Resort and also at the Ozark Correctional Center. He has passed his AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Community Canine, Urban CGC and Public Access certification tests.

Serve proudly, Moose!

Chase

Chase is an American Bulldog mix who was adopted from Valley Hills Rescue in Springfield, MO. Valley Hills adopted him the day before he was supposed to be euthanized. He was then adopted by K9s For Camo. Chase has been trained to pick up and bring medicine, turn on lights and open doors. He is also trained to help mitigate effects of PTSD. He will post or block in public if his handler feels overwhelmed or wants a barrier between himself and other people. Chase trained at the Howliday Pet Resort and also at a Missouri correctional facility. He has passed his AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification test and is fully task trained. He will currently finishing his advanced classes with his Veteran. 

Serve proudly Chase!

Annie

Annie is a black lab mix who was adopted from HFLCS in Buffalo MO. She was then adopted by K9s For Camo to become a battle buddy for one of our returning heroes. Annie is also trained to help with PTSD; she has the ability to pick up items, turn lights on and off, and will bring her leash and other items to her veteran, who is in a mobility chair. She will post or block in public if her handler feels overwhelmed or wants a barrier between himself and other people. Annie trained at the Howliday Pet Resort and also at a Missouri correctional facility. She has passed her AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Community Canine, Urban CGC and Public Access certification tests.

Serve proudly, Annie!

Opha Mae

Opha Mae was named after the first ever female Marine. She was rescued from Valley Hills Rescue. She has been task trained for PTSD and will start her training for diabetic alert in the upcoming months!

Serve proudly, Opha Mae!

Mytchal

Mytchal is a German Shepherd who was brought into our program by his veteran. He is being  trained to help mitigate the effects PTSD. He will post or block in public if his handler feels overwhelmed or wants a barrier between herself and other people. 

Mytchal is serving proudly!

Calypso

Calypso is a German Shepherd brought to the program by his veteran. She has been task trained to help mitigate the effects of PTSD and is in training to help with mobility, balance, and picking up items for her vet.

Serve proudly, Calypso! 

Remington

Remington was rescued from Valley Hills Rescue.  He is task trained to retrieve, post, block, cover and alert his veteran if someone is walking up behind him. He is also task trained to help his veteran mitigate the effects of PTSD.

Serve proudly, Remington! 

Sasha

Sasha was rescued from the Humane Society.  She is task trained to retrieve, post, block, cover and alert her veteran if someone is walking up behind him. She is also task trained to help her veteran mitigate the effects of PTSD.

Serve proudly, Sasha! 

Avalanche

Avalanche was rescued from HFLCS Rescue. He is trained to help with mitigating the effects of PTSD and also for balance and stability. 

Serve proudly, Avalanche!