Every dog has a destiny.
Stories of overcoming the impossible, finding hope, and seeing the light amidst darkness must be told. Our Emmy Award-winning web series, Dogs of Destiny, does just that. Each video welcomes viewers into a world where our dogs meet the people who need them most.
Those with vision loss, veterans battling post-traumatic stress, and children lost in isolation find hope when they meet four paws of rescue.
Click any of the episodes below to meet the extraordinary dogs that change the lives of their brave human companions.
"Train of Thought"
After 32 years in the Marines, John Tempone carried the crushing weight of trauma—especially survivor’s guilt from Beirut. But everything changed when he met his service dog, Deedle.
As Veterans Day approaches, we honor stories of bravery, healing, and hope. Watch John’s inspiring journey in our latest Dogs of Destiny.
"Train of Thought"
After 32 years in the Marines, John Tempone carried the crushing weight of trauma—especially survivor’s guilt from Beirut. But everything changed when he met his service dog, Deedle.
As Veterans Day approaches, we honor stories of bravery, healing, and hope. Watch John's inspiring journey in our latest Dogs of Destiny.
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"Blind Faith"
Becca’s vision loss brings unique challenges, but she finds peace in the soothing power of music—and in the four paws of her new best friend, Rockwell. Always by Becca’s side, this skilled companion dog is her biggest fan!
Watch Becca and Rockwell’s life-changing bond play like a beautiful song in today’s Dogs of Destiny.
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"New Hope"
As Hope Trentadue embarked on her senior year of high school, she refused to let anything stand in her way. And to take hold of the life she craved, she knew she’d need to let go of the cane and turn to a greater guide—a yellow Lab named Traveler.
Witness the exciting journey of Hope and Traveler as they conquer milestones and take on the adventures of life. A harness in hand. A dream in her heart. And four paws of loyalty and love.
This episode of Dogs of Destiny is brought to you with grateful recognition to Cencora Impact Foundation for their generous partnership.
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“Taylor Made for Love”
Young Cayleigh felt like she’d lost everything—until she found her dog, Taylor. This Gold Star Family dog brought back the joy that was missing since Cayleigh lost her Army dad. Watch this segment from Cayleigh’s story excerpted from our first episode of our web series, “Dogs of Destiny.”
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“Finding Focus”
When Clare Weigel and her guide dog Fin take photos around the city, heads turn. How does a young woman who’s legally blind see the world? Find out on this episode of our Emmy Award-winning series, Dogs of Destiny.
This episode of Dogs of Destiny is brought to you with grateful recognition Elanco for their generous partnership.
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“Giving Paws”
When Jeanette Nazario’s son died while deployed to South Korea, it left a hole in her heart. Then one day, a four-legged angel named Bruno arrived to help Jeanette through the hard days. Without words, this Gold Star Dog always knows exactly what to say.
This episode of Dogs of Destiny is brought to you with grateful recognition Subaru Lakeland, Tampa, and Orlando for their generous partnership.
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“Wake-Up Call”
Navy veteran Matthew Fugett dreaded the night. Sleep eluded him. Nightmares taunted him. Then he got a “Wake-Up Call” from a tiny but mighty service dog named Smokey.
“It was pretty much like a light switch,” recalls Matthew. “I went to bed and slept like a normal human being for the first time in years.” See how Smokey became his dream come true in this episode of Dogs of Destiny.
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“From Broken to Outspoken”
Despite injuries on and off the battlefield, Army veteran Monica Sereda pressed on to become a Paralympic cyclist for Team USA. Her secret to success has a wagging tail and a loving heart. Meet Monica’s four-legged motivator Biscuit in “From Broken to Outspoken,” an episode of our Emmy Award-winning series, “Dogs of Destiny.”
Trigger warning: This video contains battle scenes that may affect those with post-traumatic stress disorder.
This episode of Dogs of Destiny is brought to you with grateful recognition of Veterans United Foundation for their generous partnership.
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