Our Mission:

Enhancing the Lives of Veterans Through Canine Companions

Veteran with Service Dog
Omaha Veteran Service Dog in Training

🐾Why Our Mission Matters

  • Empowering veterans to reclaim independence and confidence in daily life

  • Providing expertly trained dogs who go beyond companionship

  • Supporting healing from PTSD and TBI through proven assistance partnerships

🐾What Our Dogs Do

  • Reduce anxiety and provide emotional grounding in stressful situations

  • Offer companionship and unwavering support

  • Help rebuild a belief in trust and loyalty

  • Create a calming presence in public spaces, making community engagement easier

🐾The Veteran–Dog Bond

  • Carefully matched pairs to meet each veteran’s unique needs

  • Training designed to foster trust, stability, and mutual growth

  • Lifelong companionship that promotes emotional well-being and resilience

🐾Our Promise

  • Ongoing support for veterans and their dogs, not just during placement but throughout their journey together

  • Dedication to improving quality of life, one veteran–dog team at a time

  • A community of care built on service, respect, and compassion

Our Mission Details

At Assistance Dogs of the Heartland, our mission is to transform lives through the power of specially trained service dogs. We are dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals with disabilities, veterans, and those facing significant challenges by providing them with loyal, highly skilled canine companions. Our service dogs offer essential support, fostering greater independence, confidence, and a sense of security for our clients.

We believe in the extraordinary bond between humans and dogs, and our goal is to harness this connection to create positive, life-changing experiences. Each dog in our program undergoes rigorous training to ensure they meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. Our training process is tailored to address the unique needs of our clients, ensuring that every service dog is perfectly matched to provide the support and companionship required.

Our commitment extends beyond simply training and matching dogs with individuals in need. We provide ongoing support to ensure the continued success of each partnership. This includes regular follow-up sessions, additional training as needed, and a dedicated team ready to assist with any challenges that may arise. We are here to ensure that both our clients and their service dogs thrive together, achieving their full potential.

At the heart of our mission is a dedication to community and inclusivity. We strive to raise awareness about the invaluable role that service dogs play in the lives of those they assist. Through outreach programs, community events, and educational initiatives, we aim to foster a greater understanding and appreciation of the contributions these remarkable dogs make.

Our work is deeply rooted in the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and independent life. By providing exceptional service dogs to those who need them most, we are committed to making a lasting, positive impact on our community. We invite you to join us in this mission, whether through volunteering, donating, or simply spreading the word about the incredible difference that service dogs can make.

Together, we can continue to transform lives, one service dog at a time. Thank you for supporting Assistance Dogs of the Heartland and for being a part of our journey to empower and uplift individuals in need.