Stars and Stripes Dog Rescue

08/23/2026

For those of you interested/following our Pawsitive Outlook Program at CSP - SAC, make sure to check back every 2 weeks for updates from the dog handlers on each dog under their care.

You can click on each picture of the dog you are interested in and the "Pawlice Report" will provide all the information about the dog.

Pups on Parole Every dog has a story—and every one of our pups is writing a brand-new chapter. Find your furever match! The dogs in t

08/23/2026

For those veterans in the Sacramento Area, mark your calendars for the Sacramento Stand Down on Sept 24 - 26th. We will be there providing free vaccinations and dog supplies.

08/23/2026

Mark your calendars for the Upcoming El Dorado Veterans Stand Down. We will be there providing free vaccinations and dog supplies

08/10/2026

Meet the Pack: Follow Their Journey, Paw by Paw

Want a front-row seat to the training? Introducing Pups on Parole — our new series following all six dogs in our very first "6-Pack" as they train to become psychiatric service dogs for veterans.

Get an up-close look at each dog's personality, watch their progress unfold week by week, and celebrate every milestone along the way — from their first "sit" to the day they're paired with a veteran who needs them most.

This is more than a training log. It's a front-row seat to six second chances in motion — and a reminder of what's possible when a dog and a person find each other at exactly the right time.

Want the bigger picture — how this partnership with California State Prison – Sacramento came together, and what the Pawsitive Outlook Program is all about? That story lives on our Pawsitive Outlook Program page.

Meet the pack → Pups on Parole https://starsandstripesdogrescue.org/pups-on-parole/

Learn the full story → Pawsitive Outlook Program https://starsandstripesdogrescue.org/pawsitive-outlook-program/

Pups on Parole Every dog has a story—and every one of our pups is writing a brand-new chapter. Find your furever match! The dogs in t

07/14/2026

BIG NEWS: Stars and Stripes Dog Rescue has officially launched our Prison Dog Program!

Our inaugural "6-Pack" — six rescue dogs from Placer County Animal Services — has arrived at California State Prison-Sacramento and begun training to become psychiatric service dogs for veterans living with PTSD.

Here's how it works:
✅ Six rescue dogs are paired with twelve inmate handlers
✅ Handlers provide 24/7 care and training over 3–4 months
✅ Dogs learn obedience, public access skills, and psychiatric service dog foundations
✅ Graduates are placed with veterans — completely FREE of charge

The "6-Pack" isn't just a class of dogs — it's six opportunities for healing, hope, and second chances. For the dogs. For the handlers. For the veterans who will one day call them their own.

This program was founded in memory of Airman Dustin Aimes, who served at Beale Air Force Base. His mother Susan turned unimaginable grief into a mission — and today, that mission is changing lives.

We are deeply grateful to the staff and volunteers at Placer County Animal Services, whose compassion made this first 6-Pack possible.

"Our first 6-Pack represents exactly why this program exists. Six rescue dogs receive a second chance, twelve inmate handlers gain purpose and valuable skills, and ultimately six veterans will receive highly trained companions to support their healing journeys." — Susan Aimes, Founder & CEO

This is just the beginning. Stay tuned as we follow our first 6-Pack through their training journey.

Share this post to help spread the word — every share helps us reach more veterans, find more supporters, and save more dogs.

06/24/2026

Mark your calendars!

We're proud to announce the 1st Annual Charlie Mike Block Party — and you're ALL invited!

📅 Friday, July 10, 2026
⏰ 3PM – 8PM
📍 Sac Golf | 11060 N. Mather Blvd, Rancho Cordova, CA

"Charlie Mike" is military speak for Continue Mission — and that's exactly what this event is about. Come out for a family-friendly afternoon of golf, food, contests & prizes, and most importantly, connecting veterans and families with the resources they deserve.

✅ FREE to attend
✅ All ages welcome
✅ Veteran resources on-site
✅ Food, fun & giveaways

Proudly sponsored by the California Army National Guard, DAV, Stars & Stripes Dog Rescue, Golf Mindz Co., Aun Brew Co., and Every Day Caddy Tool.

05/10/2026

What an incredible two days at the Placer Stand Down!

The final numbers are in, and well over 500 veterans registered for this year’s event. We are truly honored to have had the opportunity to support so many veterans and their beloved dogs.

Throughout the event, we were able to provide:

🐶 Vaccines for 45 dogs
🎁 Over $3,500 worth of donated dog supplies distributed FREE to veterans and their pets

We had the privilege of meeting so many amazing veterans — including several familiar faces from last year along with many new ones. Hearing their stories, seeing their smiles, and witnessing how much these resources meant to them was incredibly moving. Many shared how grateful they were to receive support for their dogs at no cost, and moments like those remind us exactly why this mission matters.

We also want to give a huge thank you to the amazing volunteers from Blue Shield who once again showed up with compassion, kindness, and a willingness to help wherever needed. From distributing supplies to simply taking the time to listen and connect with veterans, your presence made a tremendous impact.

A heartfelt thank you as well to Spoof Dawg to the Rescue, Placer Animal Shelter, Orangevale Women’s Club, and Orangevale Food Bank for their generous donations of dog supplies. Your continued support helps us extend our reach and continue serving veterans and pets throughout our community.

We would also like to recognize our newest Advocate in Training, John W., who has already become an incredible addition to our team. Thank you for your dedication and heart for this mission.

And finally, a very special thank you to Dr. Bronwyn Signarowitz for donating her time during both days of the event to help care for the dogs of our veterans. Your generosity and compassion touched so many lives.

The 2-day event was a beautiful reminder of what can happen when a community comes together in support of those who have served. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event such a success.

05/06/2026

Day 1 at the Placer Stand Down was nothing short of incredible.

We were honored to stand alongside so many amazing organizations and, most importantly, to serve the veterans who showed up with strength, resilience, and heart. Being able to provide dog supplies and vaccines to support both our veterans and their loyal companions was a powerful reminder of why this mission matters so deeply.

A huge thank you to the amazing volunteers from Blue Shield who showed up in a big way—donating their time, energy, and compassion to help us distribute dog supplies throughout the day. We couldn’t have done it without you.

The gratitude, the stories, the connections—today was full of moments we won’t forget.

We’re just getting started… and we’re looking forward to an even bigger Day 2.

If you’re coming out tomorrow, we can’t wait to see you.

05/06/2026

Tomorrow we honor Dustin.

Birthdays are meant to celebrate a life—and Dustin’s life continues to do just that. Though he is no longer here in the way we wish, his spirit lives on in every act of compassion, every second chance, and every life changed through this mission.

Dustin’s legacy is not defined by loss, but by love. A love that continues to grow, to serve, and to bring people and dogs together in ways that heal, restore, and give purpose.

As we remember him on his birthday, we invite you to be part of that legacy. Whether it’s through kindness, support, or simply taking a moment to reflect—he lives on through all of us who choose to make a difference.

Happy Birthday, Dustin. Your impact is still being written every single day.

04/23/2026

People ask us about this all the time, and as luck would have it, this arrived in my email this morning. It captures the explanation perfectly.

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