Service Rank: Chief Warrant Officer 2
Age: 41
Years of Service: 16
Served in: Iraq

Looking forward to: 

Hiking The Appalachian Trail with Cooper!

Warriors Story:

My buddy and my service dog, Cooper was one day from being put down at a shelter. He was a stray that was rescued and donated to me through Explore.Org/DogBlessYouGrant Program to help me cope with day-to-day situations that “normal” people may take for granted. He does this through grounding and mindfulness techniques. Like Coop I was lost and alone, I believe this is why we have such a strong bond with each other. I too was lost and alone and we saved each other. Cooper will of course join me on our hike as I could not think of anyone else I would like to share this adventure with since he is my inspiration. Cooper Cam activate!!!

Before Cooper and I became a team my days were spent at home in my garage isolating from my family and the rest of the world. I was so lost and alone. Cooper has given me the confidence to rejoin the world that I have become so fearful of. I am forever in his debt for being there for me. He never judges no matter what I tell him and he always lets me speak first! Not only does Coop absorb my anxiety but he absorbs the tears and turns them into unconditional love. I am forever in his debt.  Thank you for following me on my Trail to Recovery, your support means the world to me and Cooper! I hope you will find the updates enjoyable, educational and entertaining.

About Cooper:

My buddy and my service dog, Cooper was one day from being put down at a shelter. He was a stray that was rescued and donated to me through Explore.Org/DogBlessYouGrant Program to help me cope with day-to-day situations that “normal” people may take for granted. He does this through grounding and mindfulness techniques. Like Coop I was lost and alone, I believe this is why we have such a strong bond with each other. I too was lost and alone and we saved each other. Cooper will of course join me on our hike as I could not think of anyone else I would like to share this adventure with since he is my inspiration. Cooper Cam activate!!!