Program
Pets for Vets: Every veteran deserves a loyal battle buddy.
Our Pets for Vets program offers approved veterans $25 off the adoption fee for a dog at Raskel's Rescue — because some bonds are worth every effort to make possible.
Why This Program Matters
Coming home from service is an adjustment that's hard to explain to anyone who hasn't experienced it. Routine, structure, purpose, and unconditional companionship aren't luxuries in that transition — they're anchors.
The right dog provides all of them. A dog doesn't care about what happened before — they care about right now: the walk, the routine, the person in the room. That kind of presence matters in ways that are easy to underestimate.
Structured daily routine built around the dog
Unconditional companionship and presence
Purpose and responsibility that grounds the day
Reduced isolation, especially for veterans living alone
Discounted adoption fee for qualifying veterans
A structured daily routine built around the dog. Unconditional companionship and presence. Purpose and responsibility to ground the day. Less isolation, especially for veterans living alone. And a discounted adoption fee for qualifying veterans.
Who This Program Helps
U.S. military veterans of any branch, any era. Whether you're recently separated or you've been a civilian for decades, if you're a veteran and a dog is the right fit for your life, this program is for you.
We take matching seriously. Your lifestyle, living situation, and what you're looking for in a dog all matter to us as much as the adoption fee. The right match is the whole point.
How It Works
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Browse our Pets for Vets dogs. Our team can help identify strong matches based on your lifestyle and preferences.
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Submit an adoption application and note your interest in the program.
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We'll talk through your home environment and routine to confirm the right match.
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Provide verification of veteran status. The discounted fee applies upon approval.
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All regular adoption procedures apply.
Ready to find your dog?
If you're a veteran looking for the right dog, we're grateful for your service and glad you're here. Let's find your match.
