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Shannon Walker: How Service Dogs Save Veterans with PTSD

Shannon Walker, founder and CEO of Northwest Battle Buddies, discusses her remarkable journey in dog training and her dedication to supporting veterans with PTSD through service dogs. Shannon shares how her passion for dog training began over 30 years ago and evolved into a mission to help veterans. From training her first German Shepherd to building a for-profit business, Shannon's dedication and determination led her to create Northwest Battle Buddies, a nonprofit that has provided 257 service dogs to veterans, all without losing a single veteran to suicide. Throughout the conversation, Shannon reveals the impact of these service dogs on veterans' lives, sharing emotional stories of courage, transformation, and hope. She emphasizes the ongoing need for public support, training facilities, and resources to continue their life-changing work. This interview provides a powerful look at how one person's passion for dog training has become a vital resource for America's heroes, transforming lives and giving veterans a renewed sense of purpose and freedom.