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Paws for Purple Hearts — Washington
Service-dog organization serving veterans and active-duty service members facing mobility challenges and trauma-related conditions such as PTSD and TBI. Based in Tacoma near Joint Base Lewis-McChord, it provides Canine-Assisted Warrior Therapy and places trained service and facility dogs.
- Cost
- Free — thanks to donors, recipients "will never have to pay for any of our services."
- Coverage
- Tacoma, Washington; the Northwest Region serves Washington, Alaska, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming (Washington)
- Eligibility
- Service Members and Veterans with mobility issues or diagnosed trauma-related conditions (PTSD or TBI); facilities must serve at least 50% military-connected individuals to host a facility dog.
- Availability
- Apply through the online service-dog or facility-dog application; the site is open weekdays. Location: 1722 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98402.
- Last Verified
- October 9, 2026
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