The VSD program is a rigorous course lasting roughly 18-24 months. Dedicated Veterans must commit to at least 15 hours of work each week including therapeutic services and canine training to graduate with a Paws and Stripes Service Dog.
Paws and Stripes ;PawsForward program delivers a two-hour suicide prevention training, also known as QPR, which stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide.