For some, it’s a tap on the shoulder; for others, it’s a gentle paw on the leg. Marine veteran Mike Deardorff says everything changed the moment he felt that paw. He knew-a service dog could pull him back from the ledge where his post-traumatic stress kept him for years. With his furry companion Ryan by his side, Mike now pays his newfound hope forward.
Watch Mike’s inspiring journey to hope and healing with Ryan in today’s Dogs of Destiny.
This episode of Dogs of Destiny is brought to you with grateful recognition to Subaru of America for their generous partnership.
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