For some Veterans, healing has four paws and a heartbeat. A dog can’t erase what someone has been through. But they can bring routine back into the day. Give someone a reason to get outside. Break the silence in an empty room. Offer comfort without asking a single question. Sometimes support looks like a conversation. Sometimes it looks like a leash by the door, a head resting on your knee, or a dog who somehow knows when you need them close. On National Pets for Veterans Day, we’re recognizing the animals who become companions, steadying forces, and family for the Veterans who need them most. Because sometimes the smallest presence can make the biggest difference. 🇺🇸