Healing Heroes Through Equine & K-9 Therapy

Healing Heroes Through Equine & K-9 Therapy is sponsored by Branded Brothers, Inc.. Offers equine and K-9 therapy programs to veterans and public-safety personnel, including law enforcement and first responders.

Healing Heroes Through Rescued Animals | Branded Brothers, Inc. Healing Heroes Through Equine & K-9 Therapy Empowering veterans and public-safety personnel — law enforcement, firefighters, EMS, and correctional officers — through equine and K-9 therapy.

Support the Mission Explore Our Programs Branded Brothers, Inc. provides equine and K-9 therapy programs to veterans and public-safety personnel — law enforcement, firefighters, EMS, and correctional officers. Our horses are adopted mustangs and adopted animals; many of our dogs come from shelters and rescue organizations. We believe that healing happens through purpose, responsibility, and the powerful bond between humans and animals.

Together, rescued animals and the heroes who serve our communities find new purpose. Academy and K-9 program graduates keep their horse or dog — a lifelong companion and partner in healing. A path from introduction to long-term healing, designed for veterans and public-safety personnel.

6-Week Academy and K-9 program graduates keep their horse or dog — a lifelong companion and partner in healing. 2-Day Horsemanship Clinic An introductory experience working with adopted mustangs. Learn horsemanship skills in a supportive environment.

Work with Branded Brothers ranch horses Introduction to horsemanship Required for academy applicants 6-Week Horsemanship Academy An immersive, selective program providing in-depth equine therapy and horsemanship training over six weeks. Adopted mustangs & rescue horses K-9 Companionship Program Matching veterans and first responders with trained dogs from shelters and rescue organizations.

Application-based matching Our K-9 Programs Are Changing Lives Right Now Many of our dogs are rescues from shelters and partner organizations. Upland & Waterfowl Hunting Dogs For veterans and first responders who find healing in the outdoors, our hunting dog program pairs participants with trained bird dogs.

Emotional Support Animals (ESA) Shelter and surrendered dogs trained to provide comfort and emotional regulation for veterans and first responders. Professionally trained service dogs certified to ADA standards for veterans and first responders with qualifying conditions. Support a Rescue Animal & Hero Today No upcoming events at this time.

Check back soon — new clinics and programs are added regularly. “ The horsemanship program helped me find a sense of purpose again. Working with these adopted mustangs taught me patience and responsibility in ways I never expected.

” — John D. , Marine Corps Veteran “ As a retired firefighter, I struggled after leaving the department. My shelter or surrendered dog from Branded Brothers gave me a reason to get up every morning and face the world again.

” — Mike T. , Retired Firefighter “ As a Mental Health Director, I’ve seen firsthand how the bond between a veteran and a rescued animal can break through barriers that traditional therapy alone cannot. At Branded Brothers, we’re not just providing programs — we’re restoring purpose, one connection at a time.

” — John Lewis, Mental Health Director Receive monthly updates on our programs, upcoming events, success stories from the ranch, and ways to get involved. Help Us Serve Those Who Serve Your donation directly supports free programs for veterans and first responders, provides care for our adopted horses and dogs, and helps us expand our reach. Make a Donation Contact Us