In this episode of Beyond the Bulldog, we sit down with Jason Johnson, Founder and CEO of Project K9 Hero, a nonprofit dedicated to caring for retired military, police, and fire service dogs. From his early days as a U.S. Army MP and federal K9 instructor to launching a nationwide program, Jason shares his mission to give these canine heroes the care and dignity they deserve after service.
Jason discusses:
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His journey from soldier to police officer to federal K9 instructor
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The stories of heroism behind dogs like Sergeant Yeager and K9 Chief
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How Project K9 Hero provides medical care, rehabilitation, and rehoming for retired service dogs
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The organization’s capital campaign to expand its Tennessee rehabilitation and sanctuary facility
With over 350 dogs served since 2016, Jason and his team are ensuring that America’s four-legged heroes live out their lives with honor, comfort, and care.
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