K9 PTSD Center

K9 PTSD Center Through groundbreaking research.

The K9 PTSD Research Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit built on one unwavering mission — to bring healing and understanding to the silent heroes of our nation: K9s suffering from C-PTSD I/II.

Official Mass K9 License Plate Available now!After years of development, we are thrilled to share that the official K9 H...
09/14/2025

Official Mass K9 License Plate Available now!

After years of development, we are thrilled to share that the official K9 Heroes License Plate has been approved by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts! (The final design is subject to change, not the design itself, the coloring within the design.)
It’s been a long wait, but now you can proudly show your support for the K9s who bravely serve our Commonwealth every day. With over 3,500 votes cast, this design was chosen by you—the community—with an overwhelming 80% of the vote.
A note about the design: because the plate has very limited space, we were only able to feature two heroes to represent the working dog world. The letters “SG” honor K9 Sergeant Sean Gannon, and the featured breeds stand as symbols for the many others. While the design could not include every breed, we want to be clear—Labs, Dutch Shepherds, German Shepherds, Malinois, and every working dog are heroes we recognize each and every day.
Before placing your order, please make sure to read all the details carefully on the order page. We must reach 3,000 pre-orders before the plates will be released to the state for production.
Now it’s time to make history. Let’s hit 3,000 orders in the next 30 days. We’ve done all we can—now the rest is up to you. The cost of the plate will be $40.00.
Together, let’s honor our heroes and make history.

Gannon
State Representative Steve Xiarhos
State Senator Kelly Dooner
Steven Howitt for State Representative
Carlos Gonzalez State Representative
Yarmouth Police Dept.
Yarmouth Police Foundation
Massachusetts State Police
Webster Police K9 Unit
Springfield Police Department
Boston Police Department (Official)
Worcester Police Department (Official)

✨ A Hero Reuniting with a Hero ✨Meet MWD K9 Dex/A332 EDD — a true American hero. 💙🐾K9 Dex gave everything for our countr...
09/05/2025

✨ A Hero Reuniting with a Hero ✨
Meet MWD K9 Dex/A332 EDD — a true American hero. 💙🐾
K9 Dex gave everything for our country. He served 3 tours in Iraq and 3 tours in Afghanistan as an Explosives Detection Dog protecting his fellow Soldiers, Airmen and Marines saving countless lives.
After years of service, his story almost ended in heartbreak —K9 Dex was scheduled to be euthanized. 💔
But fate had other plans. His former handler — his battle partner, his best friend — found out and refused to let K9 Dex’s story end this way. Even while deployed overseas, he stepped in to save him, his handler entrusted us to keep K9 Dex safe and to give him the war decompression therapy he needs until the day they are reunited.
Now, after six long years apart, these two heroes will finally be together again. 🐕❤️👨‍✈️
We’ll be sharing their powerful reunion in the coming months. Stay tuned — this is one you won’t want to miss.
Because heroes never forget each other.

Military Dog Handlers

🐾🐕 Happy International Dog Day! 🐕🐾On this important day, we paws to recognize just how much dogs do for us each and ever...
08/27/2025

🐾🐕 Happy International Dog Day! 🐕🐾

On this important day, we paws to recognize just how much dogs do for us each and every day. From loyal companions who bring us comfort, to working K9s who protect and serve our communities and country, to service dogs who provide life-changing support — their impact on our lives is immeasurable.

Let’s take a moment today to honor their unconditional love, their bravery, and the countless ways they enrich our world. 💙🐾

Give your dog an extra hug today and remember all the amazing four-legged heroes who make our lives better! 🐶❤️

We want to thank each and every one of you for your amazing support of the K9 Heroes in our care. 🐾💙From the Jeep commun...
08/21/2025

We want to thank each and every one of you for your amazing support of the K9 Heroes in our care. 🐾💙

From the Jeep community to the Craft Beer community, your recognition and your amazing donations mean the world. Because of you, these heroes receive the honor, care, and love they truly deserve. Together, we are building a stronger voice for those who cannot speak for themselves. Featured in the photo is heroes Peter Ambrose, K9 Kato and Jennifer Lynn. We would also like to send a special thank you to:

Papi
Kits
Heyningen
Faria
Patricia Borges
Neff
Crombie
Reis
and Craig Cooke
Desousa

Life doesn’t always give us clear answers.Sometimes we’re faced with choices that shake us.Paths that feel uncertain. Mo...
07/24/2025

Life doesn’t always give us clear answers.
Sometimes we’re faced with choices that shake us.
Paths that feel uncertain. Moments where doubt creeps in.
But even in the quiet, even when the world feels heavy—
you still get to choose.

Choose courage, even when you're scared.
Choose to keep going, even when you’re tired.
Choose love, even when it hurts.

And if you’re lucky… there’s a dog beside you.
Eyes full of trust.
Heart full of loyalty.
They don’t care which road you take—they just want to walk it with you.

In a world full of questions, their presence is the answer.
They believe in you, even when you forget how to believe in yourself.

So when you’re faced with a decision—don’t be afraid.
You’re not alone. You’ve got heart. You’ve got purpose.
And you’ve got a dog who would follow you anywhere.

RE-POSTED: The original post was flagged by FB we do not know why.A heartfelt thank you to Senator Kelly Dooner, Steven ...
07/22/2025

RE-POSTED: The original post was flagged by FB we do not know why.
A heartfelt thank you to Senator Kelly Dooner, Steven Howitt for State Representative, State Representative Steve Xiarhos and K9 Officer Erik Blair along with K9 Warner K9 Flexx and Retired/Police K9 Mr. Warner.. of the Springfield Police Department for standing proudly in support of Dakota’s Law.
This non-partisan legislation is about one thing: doing right by the K9 heroes who serve our communities.
K9 Officer Erik Blair and his wife went so far as to pay out of pocket to cover the cost of care for K9 Warner in retirement—a sacrifice no family should have to make after years of dedicated service.
Dakota’s Law ensures that these K9s receive the care they’ve earned, without placing the burden on the families who stood beside them.
Let’s honor their service with the support they deserve.


Please send some love to K9 Hero Satu who underwent surgery today. 💙 This brave boy from the great city of Fall River ha...
07/16/2025

Please send some love to K9 Hero Satu who underwent surgery today. 💙 This brave boy from the great city of Fall River has served the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with honor and strength. We’re happy to report—he’s doing great and already on the road to recovery! 🐾💪

Let’s show him the love he deserves!
City of Fall River Police Department

🚨 Exciting News! 🚨The K9 PTSD Center is proud to be working with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to issue a new specia...
06/16/2025

🚨 Exciting News! 🚨
The K9 PTSD Center is proud to be working with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to issue a new specialty license plate honoring the brave K9s who serve—and the dedicated handlers who stand beside them. 🐾🇺🇸

❤️ A like or love on the design counts as a vote to help make this plate a reality!

📣 Be part of history. Be part of the mission.
Vote today by showing your support below!



State Representative Steve Xiarhos

🇺🇸🐾 Honoring Our Fallen K9 Heroes 🐾🇺🇸Today, we remember all the Military Working Dogs (MWDs) who made the ultimate sacri...
05/26/2025

🇺🇸🐾 Honoring Our Fallen K9 Heroes 🐾🇺🇸
Today, we remember all the Military Working Dogs (MWDs) who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. We especially honor K9 Bak, who was killed in action on March 11, 2013, while courageously serving in Afghanistan. K9 Bak wasn’t a piece of equipment—and he wasn’t just a dog.,he was a fellow soldier, a loyal warrior who stood side-by-side with our troops and gave his life defending our freedom. We will never forget his sacrifice. Thank you! K9 Bak's handler and many others are alive today because of his courage.

Rest easy, hero. 💔🐕🎖️



MWD Bak

🎉 Congratulations to K9 Officer David Aguiar and K9 Edo! 🎉We are proud to announce that K9 Officer Aguiar and his loyal ...
05/24/2025

🎉 Congratulations to K9 Officer David Aguiar and K9 Edo! 🎉

We are proud to announce that K9 Officer Aguiar and his loyal partner, K9 Edo, have been awarded the prestigious K9 Sergeant Sean Gannon Handler of the Year Award 2025!

Offered by the K9 PTSD Center with the blessing of Mr. and Mrs. Gannon, this honor recognizes a handler who exemplifies dedication, compassion, and exceptional service to the K9 community.

🐾 Nominations for the 2026 award are now open!
To submit a nomination, please visit: https://k9ptsd.org/award.php

Let’s continue to honor the legacy of K9 Sgt. Sean Gannon by celebrating those who go above and beyond for our K9 heroes.



Rehoboth K9 Edo
State Representative Steve Xiarhos
Paws 4 Blue K-9
Massachusetts Vest-A-Dog
Kim Roderiques
Massachusetts State Police
Carlos Gonzalez State Representative
Military Dog Handlers
Cat Wilson
Ventura County K9 Search and Rescue
K9 Flexx and Retired/Police K9 Mr. Warner.
K9 Handlers
K9 Handlers & Trainers of Law Arizona Law Enforcement Canine Association
Denise Morency Gannon

🎖 Congratulations, Lt. Erik Ramsland! 🎖We are proud to honor Lt. Erik Ramsland of the Massachusetts State Police with th...
05/24/2025

🎖 Congratulations, Lt. Erik Ramsland! 🎖
We are proud to honor Lt. Erik Ramsland of the Massachusetts State Police with the K9 PTSD Research Center’s Lifetime Achievement Award for his extraordinary 26 years of service leading and advancing K9 operations across the Commonwealth.
Lt. Ramsland’s legacy is one of integrity, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of both his fellow officers and the K9 heroes who serve beside them.
It was our great honor to present him with this award. Thank you for your decades of leadership and service. 👏🐾

State Representative Steve Xiarhos
Massachusetts State Police

From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU. 💙🐾A huge shoutout to Kim Roderiques and her incredible team, featuring K9 Hand...
05/24/2025

From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU. 💙🐾

A huge shoutout to Kim Roderiques and her incredible team, featuring K9 Handler Nick Ambrosini and K9 Gauge, for raising over $3,600 in support of the K9 PTSD Center and the Cape & Islands Police K-9 Fund

Your dedication, energy, and love for our K9 heroes made this event something truly special. Amazing group. Amazing cause. Amazing time.

We’re beyond grateful. 🙏🐶💛


State Representative Steve Xiarhos

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