Humane Colorado Highlights Veteran's Journey with PTSD Service Dog
Humane Colorado is sharing the story of Jon, an Iraq veteran, and his PTSD service dog, Jimmy. Jon adopted Jimmy from the Denver shelter over a year ago, seeking a companion to help manage his PTSD symptoms. The pair has since embarked on a journey of training and adventure, with Jimmy learning to recognize Jon's triggers and interrupt stressful episodes. Jon describes Jimmy's ability to bring him back to the present moment as a lifeline. Their bond is strengthened by a shared sense of being 'cast aside,' as Jon relates the experiences of shelter dogs to those of veterans transitioning back into civilian life. Humane Colorado offers a standing 50% adoption discount for veterans and service members, and waives adoption fees for adult pets for Veterans, Active Military, and Gold Star Families from November 5 through November 12, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day.