Our PuppySpot Gives Back program continues to deliver joy and positivity to the community through our partnerships with non-profit organizations such as the Wounded Warrior Project, a charity and veterans service organization that offers a variety of programs, services and events for wounded veterans of the military actions following September 11, 2001. As a part of this program, we have collaborated with a local South Florida chapter of Wounded Warrior Project to donate puppies to veterans in search of companionship.
Veterans are able to apply for a donation puppy through Wounded Warrior Project. Once a puppy becomes available for donation, the veteran is to go through a screening process with PuppySpot. Recently, we connected with a U.S. Army veteran by the name of Barry T. Offenburger Jr. He was in search of another Golden Retriever companion. He currently has an older Golden Retriever who is his best friend and can’t imagine the thought of not having a dog in his life.
Barry got involved with Wounded Warrior Project over 10 years ago! He has helped other veterans through peer mentoring and is very active in his community. When serving in Afghanistan in 2004, Barry was in a vehicle rollover that caused trauma to his head and back. He ended up being medevaced to Germany where he found out he had stage IV hodgkin lymphoma. He went through two years of chemo and rehab for his back before returning to civilian life. Today, Barry is 14 years cancer free and ready to add another member to his family!
Once Barry was able to see the photos of Polly the Golden Retriever (now Kamora), he was head over heels! After going through our screening process and having Kamora vet check from nose to tail, arrangements were made for Barry to meet his new family member! Barry immediately started puppy proofing the house and preparing for Kamora’s arrival.
As soon as Barry laid eyes on Kamora in person, it was love at first sight! Kamora can now be found playing with her new brother NoGi, cuddling with her new big sister (Barry’s daughter), or training with Barry. They are a picture perfect family!
Thank you for your service, Barry!
health/safety We at PuppySpot believe that good health is a crucial part of responsible breeding, and a puppy’s good health begins with healthy parents. That is why we partner with the American Kennel Club to host health clinics to examine adult breeding dogs. The clinics are set up all round the U.S. and encourage breeders to … Continue reading PuppySpot & AKC Host Health Clinics for Adult Breeding Dogs
health/safety We all want the best for our pets, and one way to ensure that your pets are healthy, happy, and safe is to keep an eye on the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) recall list.
health/safety Whether flying in-cabin as carry-on or flying in cargo, we’ve outlined the key steps you can take for safely and responsibly flying your dog. Follow these tips and feel good about bringing your pup on that next vacation.
Feel Good Puppies are a special kind of medicine; they spread love and happiness through cuddles and wet nose kisses! That is why when we hear from the Make-A-Wish Foundation about a sick child wishing for a puppy, we don’t think twice about helping out! The Make-A-Wish Southern Florida chapter has granted thousands of wishes in their … Continue reading A New Best Friend for South Florida Wish Child
health/safety The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Puppy for Your Family Congratulations on your decision to buy a puppy. Now it’s time to choose which puppy is the best fit for your lifestyle. This guide on how to choose a puppy has everything you need to pick the perfect puppy for your family. How To … Continue reading How To Choose a Puppy
health/safety In a recent release, the FDA announced the recall of certain dog food products due to potentially elevated levels of aflatoxin, “a toxin produced by the mold Aspergillus flavus, which can grow on corn and other grains used as ingredients in pet food. At high levels, aflatoxin can cause illness and death in pets.” The … Continue reading FDA Announces Recall of Certain Dog Food Products
Uncategorized 1. DESCRIPTION OF THE CONTEST: The Fall Puppy Posting Challenge (the “Contest”) is designed to give Entrants (“Entrants”) who post a new puppy on PuppySpot the chance to win a Prize. The Prize will be awarded to an Entrant based on random drawing. All federal, state and local laws and regulations apply. Entrants agree to … Continue reading FALL PUPPY POSTING CHALLENGE OFFICIAL RULES. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY
