We’re thrilled to report that the Smoky Mountain Service
Dogs (SMSD) are still hard at work and improving lives! The
Tennessee-based organization that connects service dogs to wounded veterans continues its work — lending a helping
paw to our nation’s heroes.
At pawTree, we help the Smoky Mountain Service Dog Foundation by providing products for life to some of the dogs!
From high-quality food to holistic supplements and treats, we offer our best products to help them be in great shape
and in their best health—and, by extension, give back to our nation’s heroes.
In the past three months, the foundation’s working pups have been acing their evaluations and making connections.
Read on to discover a few of the most exciting updates from Smoky Mountain Service Dogs.
Haven’t been introduced to the Smoky Mountain Service Dogs? Read here to meet the pups that change lives.
The SMSD ‘Pupdates’
Lately, these working pups have been excelling at training and they’ve been acing their evaluations! We are excited to present their latest achievements:
Honor and Triscuit passed their Week 16 evaluation and will start working in the Balance Assistance Harness. |
Honor and Triscuit passed their Week 16 evaluation and will start working in the Balance Assistance Harness. |
Silas and Wylie passed their Week 8 evaluation and will start working on more complex manipulation skills and tasks. |
Silas and Wylie passed their Week 8 evaluation and will start working on more complex manipulation skills and tasks. |
Wrigley and JoJo II passed their STAR puppy evaluation and will now start working on their Canine Good Citizen tasks. |
Wrigley and JoJo II passed their STAR puppy evaluation and will now start working on their Canine Good Citizen tasks. |
Every successful evaluation is another step closer to a paw that can help out our nation’s heroes. Read more about the magic that occurs when a Smoky Mountain Service Dog is matched with a veteran here.
Plus, A Special Meeting
In a special turn of events, SMSD Silas who you met in our last report was able to meet his namesake, Uncle Si from Duck Dynasty. Silas was named after Uncle Si by his generous donor, and the two connected at a premiere of the movie “The Blind.” Silas showed off his excellent duck calling skills to the Duck Dynasty star — and did so excellently.
Ever Wondered How The SMSDs Are Named?
Speaking of Silas’s namesake, here are a few fun facts about the names of current and past Smoky Mountain Service Dogs!
Bearden |
Bearden |
Blair |
Blair |
Henley |
Henley |
How To Help The Smoky Mountain Service Dogs Foundation
Despite their successes the past few months, the SMSD Foundation still needs your help! Every volunteer and every penny counts in a nonprofit.
- Volunteer
Looking to make a big difference? Volunteer by raising a puppy! Volunteers are charged with SMSDs for 9-12 months. In some instances, puppies are co-raised with another volunteer to foster a collaborative environment. - Donate
If you don’t have the capacity to volunteer, donate today! Every dollar makes a difference. You can donate any amount here to make a long-lasting effect. - Follow & Share
Spread the word! Bringing awareness to service dogs and the unique work of the SMSD Foundation is a crucial part of support. Follow and share the Smoky Mountain Service Dogs Foundation’s social media to help.
- Volunteer
Looking to make a big difference? Volunteer by raising a puppy! Volunteers are charged with SMSDs for 9-12 months. In some instances, puppies are co-raised with another volunteer to foster a collaborative environment. - Donate
If you don’t have the capacity to volunteer, donate today! Every dollar makes a difference. You can donate any amount here to make a long-lasting effect. - Follow & Share
Spread the word! Bringing awareness to service dogs and the unique work of the SMSD Foundation is a crucial part of support. Follow and share the Smoky Mountain Service Dogs Foundation’s social media to help.
However you support, you might help connect a hero to their pup partner! pawTree continues to donate food and
supplement products for life for some of the service dogs — because we know that good health starts with nutrition
and supports more meaningful work!
We at pawTree love what the SMSD Foundation does and are so happy to be counted amongst their friends. Way to go,
Smoky Mountain Service Dogs!
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