What does freedom look like? Sometimes it is a Veteran walking into a crowded room with a steady partner at his side.

Somewhere in our kennels, a puppy is about to be given a name she will carry through two years of training, into the home of a Veteran or a child who has been waiting, and into a future that looks completely different because of it. That name will come from Realtree. Realtree, the world's leading camouflage brand, has joined the Retrieving Freedom Business Alliance as a Platinum Sponsor. Founded by Bill Jordan in Columbus, Georgia in 1986, Realtree grew from a single hand-dra

Some Veterans know exactly what a Service Dog can do for them, because they have lived it before. Ricky is one of them.

Shane and Image were matched on personality, and it showed from day one. Both easy-going. Both kind. The kind of pairing that does not need much explaining once you see them together. By the end of the week, Shane had earned his Service Dog and Image had found his person. What stood out most about Shane this week was his growth. He improved more than any other handler in class, meeting every challenge thrown at him with patience and steady focus. Training is not always easy.

A seven-month-old baby girl giggled at a FaceTime screen. On the other end was her dad, Dan, with his new Service Dog Kato pressed in close beside him. That moment, captured mid-training, is the kind that reminds us exactly who we are doing this work for.

Before Thomas ever brought Irwin home, he had already bought him a bed, a bone, and a ramp for climbing into the truck. That tells you everything you need to know about how Thomas felt the moment he was matched with his Service Dog.

Some people talk about making a difference. Dan Collard pedals toward it, 2,500 miles at a time. On May 7th, the retired K9 police officer from Michigan will clip into his pedals at the Mexico border and begin an extraordinary cross-country bicycle ride all the way to Canada. Every mile he rides is in service of a mission close to his heart: raising funds to help place a trained Service Dog with a veteran or first responder battling PTSD. For those who have served, in uniform

What does it look like when a Service Dog changes a life? Sometimes it's a Veteran finally getting a full night's sleep. Sometimes it's the moment a partner steps in before a hard moment takes hold. In this month's Mission in Motion, we're sharing two new Veteran placements, the partnership shaping a future Service Dog named Penny, and the everyday moments that prove your support is working.

On his first night home, Vinnie interrupted Nichol's nightmare. Read how this Veteran and her service dog became an unstoppable team from day one.

Rex told us he is incredibly happy and grateful to have Lenny in his home. That gratitude is mutual. We give a piece of our heart to every dog we raise and train, but watching one step into his purpose and change a Veteran's life is the reason we do this work.

What does it look like when a Service Dog changes a life? Sometimes it’s a child finding the confidence to keep going. Sometimes it’s a new team stepping into the world together for the first time. In this month’s Mission in Motion, we’re sharing powerful stories of new beginnings, meaningful impact, and the role you play in making it all possible.

Retrieving Freedom is proud to celebrate the placement of Alena and her Service Dog, Zuma, who are now officially a working team.

Retrieving Freedom is proud to celebrate the successful partnership of Vern and his Service Dog, Niko, who have officially passed their Public Access Test and are now a working team.

Retrieving Freedom is proud to celebrate the successful partnership of Leah and her Service Dog, Hero, who have officially passed their Public Access Test and are now a working team.

Retrieving Freedom is looking for dedicated families to foster breeding females and serve as their whelping home, helping bring the next generation of service dogs into the world.

Our March Mission in Motion newsletter is packed with momentum. From an urgent call for more Puppy Raisers to major training milestones, advocacy at the Capitol, and a closer look at life inside our training facilities, you’ll see how lives are moving closer to change every single day.

RFI Puppy Raisers play a vital role in preparing future Service Dogs for Veterans with disabilities and children with autism. If you have ever wondered what it takes to get involved, here is a complete overview of the program and how you can become part of the mission.

Because of the essential role they play, Service Dogs are granted specific rights and protections under federal law to ensure they can effectively support their handlers.

Retrieving Freedom is proud to announce that Federal Ammunition has joined as a Platinum Level Business Alliance Member, demonstrating a strong commitment to helping veterans with disabilities and children with autism.

As we move through the early months of the year, we’re excited to share the progress, stories, and moments that continue to drive our mission forward. The February Mission In Motion newsletter highlights the training, advocacy, and life-changing partnerships made possible through your continued support.