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Subscribe to our blogWe're Partnering with Metrolina Association for the Blind!
Project 2 Heal is proud to announce that we've recently begun a partnership with Metrolina Association for the Blind! This exciting new collaboration will allow our training team to socializ...
We're GIVING BACK by Fostering a Litter of RESCUE PUPPIES!
We're kicking off #GivingTuesday early by giving back to the rescue community! Last week, Project 2 Heal began fostering 4 rescue puppies from the Human Society of Union County! We opened ou...
Gearing Up for #GivingTuesday: An Expert Way to Give in 2022
Since most charitable giving is done during the holiday season (mark your calendars, #GivingTuesday is November 29th!), we wanted to talk with longtime Project 2 Heal support and CEO/Financi...
Volunteer Spotlight: Richie Patton!
Meet our volunteer Richie Patton, one of the newest members of our Project 2 Heal family! Like many of our volunteers, Richie enjoys spending time with our puppies and helping to exercise th...
Puppy Genetics 101: How Can Two Black Dogs Produce Yellow Puppies?
When it comes to coat color of Labrador puppies, there are three colors recognized by the American Kennel Club. Black, yellow, and chocolate are the three varieties of Labrador Retriever coa...
Partner Organization Spotlight: Fidos for Freedom
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Breeding to Buying: Factors to Consider When Purchasing a Puppy
Let's dive into the first part of the process in producing purpose-bred Labrador Retriever puppies specifically for service dog work—breeding. While we breed our puppies specifically to beco...
Building Corporate Goodwill Across the Charlotte Community!
Imagine kicking off your first work week in October with the following schedule...
Your Chance to Turn Our Puppies Into YOUR BILLBOARD!
Every year, we look forward to one of the most unique sponsorship opportunities available during our annual Putt for Pups charity golf tournament—our "Canine for a Day" sponsorship! This is ...
Our Role In Repairing the Service Dog Supply Chain
Over the last year we have heard the term supply chain disruption used to describe the inability of manufactures to deliver components or parts of items we were previously accustomed to bein...
Project 2 Heal Announces FIRST-EVER Open House Dates!
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Project 2 Heal Announces 2022 Putt for Pups Charity Golf Tournament!
Please join us for the 9th annual Putt for Pups golf tournament to benefit the work of Project 2 Heal! This year's outing is scheduled for Monday, October 3rd, 2022 with an 11:30am shotgun s...

Testimonials
Transforming People's Lives with Service Dogs
"I have had Baxter for around 7 years now. I was exploring different options that would allow me to live independently without my parents, so I could go to college. We found Project 2 Heal and I volunteered there for around a year and a half before receiving Baxter! He has been my constant companion. He came with me my senior year of high school and walked accross the stage then too. He lived in the dorms with me, came to every single class I went to and every work shift in the library. He’s definitely ready to retire as a porch dog now."
"With my service dog Frankie in my life, I’m never alone and the more severe symptoms happen less and less. She is my battle buddy. She comes with me everywhere and she is watching out for me. I must remain healthy to observe her and respond to her needs as we navigate life together. In return she helps me carry some of the weight from my rucksack."
"I didn't find P2H; they found me." It was a couple of weeks after the passing of my older brother that I received a phone call from a childhood friend, a member of the Petrizzo family, who informed us that they were sponsoring a puppy from Project 2 Heal in his honor.
As someone who grew up working with dogs and alongside veterinarians through high school and college, and with the love I have for the Labrador Retriever breed, I felt compelled to learn more about P2H. I soon began to understand and become passionate about their mission. It played a role in helping me deal with my grief during a very sad time in my life. It amazed me that before "Mikey" even began his journey of training to help someone in need, he had already started helping me. This was special, and I wanted to contribute in some small way. I added P2H to my list of organizations that truly save lives, whether it be through a fundraising cruise or my small monthly donation that keeps us reminded of special organizations like this."
“As the first anniversary of my husband's passing approached, I wanted to dignify this great loss with some positive tribute to him. One of Ray's great loves was animals, especially horses and dogs. Ray also gave generously to Veteran's organizations. By chance, a dear trusted friend from NC had a connection to P2H since its beginnings. He strongly recommended the organization to me as just what I was looking for. I now have the great joy and privilege of following Ray's precious "Fraulein" on video cam 24 hours a day as she grows into a beautiful service dog, along with her adorable six brothers and sisters. It is a priceless experience... and one I will repeat. Watching on my phone each day, I marvel at the dedication of the people who make this service dog journey possible. Somewhere my husband is laughing with every wag of Fraulein's tail!”