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It has long been known that veterans can benefit from a bona fide
service dog to assist them to cope with injuries, PTSD, suicidal impulses and
an array of emotional and psychological needs. Additionally, they, as well as
the rest of the population can be helped by the unconditional love of a
family pet. Unfortunately, recognizing this need and sometimes the idea of any pet
on a military base has been dismissed and resisted by those in charge.
For many years now spcaLA has worked with assorted veteran's groups
to speak out, to offer pets, and to do what we can to provide solace and comfort to our
veterans with our dogs.
FINALLY, on August 25th, 2021, President Biden has
signed H.R. 1448 and H.R. 3642 the Puppies Assisting Wounded Servicemembers (PAWS)
for Veterans Therapy Act into law. This law will allow veterans to train
and work with potential service dogs to address their particular issues
and then to adopt the dogs!
Thanking veterans for their service is a nice gesture, addressing their needs upon return for service is a must do.
ReplyDeleteAmazing Article! Thanks for sharing.
Animal Shelter Madhya Pradesh