America’s VetDogs, a national nonprofit that provides service dogs to veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders with disabilities, has announced a new partnership with global materials science company 3M as part of its Puppy With a Purpose program.
3M will sponsor and help raise a black Labrador Retriever puppy named “Scotty”—after the mascot of its Scotch Brand, Scotty McTape—to become a future service dog, eventually helping to empower an individual who has served our nation with honor.
Over the next 14 to 18 months, Scotty, now 18 weeks old, will be raised by a Minnesota-based volunteer puppy raiser who will take on the important role of preparing him for his future career as a service dog.
With the guidance of America’s VetDogs staff, Scotty will learn basic obedience, socialization skills and good house manners, all while being integrated into 3M’s corporate environment and community relations initiatives.
John Miller, President and CEO of America’s VetDogs commented: “We are proud to welcome 3M as a partner in our mission to provide specially trained, accredited service dogs to veterans and first responders with disabilities.
“Corporate partnerships are critical to helping us expand access to our programs, engage more volunteers and meet the growing demand for service dogs nationwide.
“This partnership not only helps provide a life-changing service dog to a deserving individual but also fosters a deeper connection between 3M employees and the veteran and first-responder communities.”
America’s VetDogs launched its corporate Puppy With a Purpose program to give companies a hands-on way to support veterans and first responders while engaging employees in the rewarding experience of service dog training.
America’s VetDogs, has announced a new partnership with global materials science company 3M as part of its Puppy With a Purpose program.
