--- title: Blog | news description: news | Discover inspiring stories, expert insights and updates on service dog training and healing through our blog at Project 2 Heal. --- [![logo-1](https://project2heal.org/hubfs/Website%20Photos/logo-1.png)](https://project2heal.org/) - [About Us](https://project2heal.org/about-us) - [Our Mission](https://project2heal.org/our-mission) - Local Impact - [Chaperone Program](https://project2heal.org/chaperone-program) - [Puppy Raising Program](https://project2heal.org/puppy-raising-program) - [Stress Down Days](https://project2heal.org/stress-down-day-visits) - [Volunteer Program](https://project2heal.org/volunteer-opportunities) - [National Impact](https://project2heal.org/national-impact) - [Ways to Give](https://project2heal.org/ways-to-give) - [Contact](https://project2heal.org/contact-us) [DONATE](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/news/page/1#XJSJFUZM) - [About Us](https://project2heal.org/about-us) - [Our Mission](https://project2heal.org/our-mission) - Local Impact - [Chaperone Program](https://project2heal.org/chaperone-program) - [Puppy Raising Program](https://project2heal.org/puppy-raising-program) - [Stress Down Days](https://project2heal.org/stress-down-day-visits) - [Volunteer Program](https://project2heal.org/volunteer-opportunities) - [National Impact](https://project2heal.org/national-impact) - [Ways to Give](https://project2heal.org/ways-to-give) - [Contact](https://project2heal.org/contact-us) [DONATE](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/news/page/1#XJSJFUZM) - [Blog](https://project2heal.org/blog) - / - Topic # News - [All](https://project2heal.org/blog) - [purpose-bred labrador retrievers](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/purpose-bred-labrador-retrievers) - [Services Dogs in Action](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/services-dogs-in-action) - [Labrador Puppy](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/labrador-puppy) - [Charlotte](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/charlotte) - [Service Dog](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/service-dog) - [project 2 heal](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/project-2-heal) - [service dogs save lives](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/service-dogs-save-lives) - [Training Tips](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/training-tips) - [Day in the life](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/day-in-the-life) - [news](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/news) - [Puppies](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/puppies) - [Services Dog](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/services-dog) - [Training](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/training) - [Billy](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/billy) - [Dog Training](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/dog-training) - [Dogs in Charlotte](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/dogs-in-charlotte) - [Volhard Puppy Aptitude Test](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/volhard-puppy-aptitude-test) - [therapy dog](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/therapy-dog) - [veterans](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/veterans) ##### Registration is now open for the 13th annual Lucas Kanelos Memorial Golf Tournament            Get your sponsorship and tickets today. [Learn More about Putt 4 Pupps](https://project2heal.org/putt4pups) [![5 BENEFITS of Helping Increase Service Dog Availability for Veterans](https://project2heal.org/hubfs/444441_249f1a4f1d614856bbdde183e0d31ca4~mv2.webp)](https://project2heal.org/blog/5-benefits-of-helping-increase-service-dog-availability) 6 min read [news](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/news) ##### [5 BENEFITS of Helping Increase Service Dog Availability for Veterans](https://project2heal.org/blog/5-benefits-of-helping-increase-service-dog-availability) By [Project 2 Heal](https://project2heal.org/blog/author/project-2-heal) on May 5, 2023 If you’re a supporter of American veterans, you probably think a lot about how you can help heal a veteran with PTSD or physical disability—and for a good reason. Thousands of veteran soldie... [Continue Reading](https://project2heal.org/blog/5-benefits-of-helping-increase-service-dog-availability) [![Reviewing Our Impact on the Service Dog Industry & Beyond in 2022](https://project2heal.org/hubfs/Screenshot%202024-08-13%20at%2012.19.01%20AM.png)](https://project2heal.org/blog/annual-report-2022) 3 min read [news](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/news) ##### [Reviewing Our Impact on the Service Dog Industry & Beyond in 2022](https://project2heal.org/blog/annual-report-2022) By [Project 2 Heal](https://project2heal.org/blog/author/project-2-heal) on February 13, 2023 The following is a letter from our President & Founder, Charlie Petrizzo: [Continue Reading](https://project2heal.org/blog/annual-report-2022) [![We're GIVING BACK by Fostering a Litter of RESCUE PUPPIES!](https://project2heal.org/hubfs/944167_21617558025f4ac8b95d7a204165e83a~mv2.webp)](https://project2heal.org/blog/we-re-giving-back-by-fostering-a-litter-of-rescue-puppies) 5 min read [news](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/news) ##### [We're GIVING BACK by Fostering a Litter of RESCUE PUPPIES!](https://project2heal.org/blog/we-re-giving-back-by-fostering-a-litter-of-rescue-puppies) By [Project 2 Heal](https://project2heal.org/blog/author/project-2-heal) on November 8, 2022 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... [Continue Reading](https://project2heal.org/blog/we-re-giving-back-by-fostering-a-litter-of-rescue-puppies) [![Breeding to Buying: Factors to Consider When Purchasing a Puppy](https://project2heal.org/hubfs/Screenshot%202024-08-12%20at%2010.42.51%20PM.png)](https://project2heal.org/blog/breeding-to-buying-biggest-factors-to-consider-when-purchasing-a-puppy) 13 min read [news](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/news) ##### [Breeding to Buying: Factors to Consider When Purchasing a Puppy](https://project2heal.org/blog/breeding-to-buying-biggest-factors-to-consider-when-purchasing-a-puppy) By [Project 2 Heal](https://project2heal.org/blog/author/project-2-heal) on August 3, 2022 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... [Continue Reading](https://project2heal.org/blog/breeding-to-buying-biggest-factors-to-consider-when-purchasing-a-puppy) [![Building Corporate Goodwill Across the Charlotte Community!](https://project2heal.org/hubfs/944167_65e73b97edb54ee8b26ab513ae3bf4cc~mv2.webp)](https://project2heal.org/blog/building-corporate-goodwill-across-charlotte-community) 11 min read [news](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/news) ##### [Building Corporate Goodwill Across the Charlotte Community!](https://project2heal.org/blog/building-corporate-goodwill-across-charlotte-community) By [Project 2 Heal](https://project2heal.org/blog/author/project-2-heal) on July 27, 2022 Imagine kicking off your first work week in October with the following schedule... [Continue Reading](https://project2heal.org/blog/building-corporate-goodwill-across-charlotte-community) [![Your Chance to Turn Our Puppies Into YOUR BILLBOARD!](https://project2heal.org/hubfs/944167_953d08b2d350443c9ca79183facb2bd1~mv2.webp)](https://project2heal.org/blog/your-chance-to-turn-our-puppies-into-your-billboard) 3 min read [news](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/news) ##### [Your Chance to Turn Our Puppies Into YOUR BILLBOARD!](https://project2heal.org/blog/your-chance-to-turn-our-puppies-into-your-billboard) By [Project 2 Heal](https://project2heal.org/blog/author/project-2-heal) on July 25, 2022 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 ... [Continue Reading](https://project2heal.org/blog/your-chance-to-turn-our-puppies-into-your-billboard) [![Our Role In Repairing the Service Dog Supply Chain](https://project2heal.org/hubfs/944167_cea71c68fbc74b82bdd77679a1e0c0b2~mv2.webp)](https://project2heal.org/blog/our-role-in-repairing-the-service-dog-supply-chain) 7 min read [news](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/news) ##### [Our Role In Repairing the Service Dog Supply Chain](https://project2heal.org/blog/our-role-in-repairing-the-service-dog-supply-chain) By [Project 2 Heal](https://project2heal.org/blog/author/project-2-heal) on July 22, 2022 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... [Continue Reading](https://project2heal.org/blog/our-role-in-repairing-the-service-dog-supply-chain) [![Project 2 Heal Announces FIRST-EVER Open House Dates!](https://project2heal.org/hubfs/944167_baddf66632cb4107ab0e489a622a390f~mv2.webp)](https://project2heal.org/blog/project-2-heal-announces-first-ever-open-house-dates) 4 min read [news](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/news) ##### [Project 2 Heal Announces FIRST-EVER Open House Dates!](https://project2heal.org/blog/project-2-heal-announces-first-ever-open-house-dates) By [Project 2 Heal](https://project2heal.org/blog/author/project-2-heal) on July 13, 2022 Who: Project 2 Heal [Continue Reading](https://project2heal.org/blog/project-2-heal-announces-first-ever-open-house-dates) Loading more posts No more posts to load [1](https://project2heal.org/blog/tag/news/page/1#blog-listing-page) ![Testimonial Image](https://project2heal.org/hubfs/August.jpg) ## 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." Jillian with Baxter "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." Val with Frankie "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." Joe B. “We spent a lot of time searching for the right organization and were thrilled to discover Project 2 Heal. Their impact on veterans in need is truly remarkable. Receiving updates about Prince has been the highlight of our experience. We love how they keep us involved throughout the process—it’s heartwarming to see the difference we’re helping make.” Linda C. “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. 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