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Veteran Canine Rescue Mission

veteran in uniform holding a dog

Participation Eligibility:

•ÌýAre you a military veteran over the age of 18?
• Are you interested in participating in a dog adoption and training program?
• Do you have access to the internet?


You Cannot Participate if you have:
• Fear of dogs
• Allergies to pets
• Uncorrected hearing or visual impairment

PROJECT INFORMATION

We want to understand the biological and psychosocial impact of dog adoption and training on veterans’ health and well-being.

Assessments will be collected at 4 different times, taking up to 60 minutes each time.

Veterans will receive:
  • waived dog adoption fee
  • free professional dog training (total of 8 one-hour sessions)
  • up to $260 in gifts cards ($15 gift card at each of the 4 data collection visits, $100 gift card completion bonus if all 4 visits are completed, $100 gift card if participating in optional interview after program completion)Ìý
This project is led by:

Dr. Cheryl A. Krause-Parello | ckrausep@health.fau.edu

Dr. Beth A. Pratt | bpratt4@health.fau.edu

If you are interested in getting involved in this exciting opportunity, please contact our Research Assistants at cpaww@health.fau.edu.