USMC Veteran, Olivia & Service K9 Lilly


“My service dog, Lilly, has been able to help me be less isolated. She comforts me when I need it the most. I have dealt with numerous stressful issues while I have had Lilly. When going through those times, I can look at her, and she brings me a smile. I can go places that I would not have gone before. I have shorter panic attacks because of her. She has made me a happier person.”

“I was told by word of mouth about K9 Partners for Patriots from another veteran. I kept the pamphlet for years until I was ready to have a dog. Little did I know this organization would become my family. I started the process while in school at the University of South Florida. I recently graduated (May 2023).

Having Lilly by my side has been a blessing. She has helped me to be able to go places when I struggled to do so on my own. Lilly has been a companion who has comforted me through dark times. I have even become more confident in myself. In addition, I needed help with trusting others. Since having Lilly, I have seen an improvement. My life will forever be changed because of the sweet girl that K9 Partners for Patriots blessed me with.”