For many pet owners, having a dog makes for a great companion. For veterans, a dog can enhance their life in many ways. Smoky Mountain Service Dogs trains and raises dogs (with help from volunteers,) and then matches them up with local vets in East Tennessee. Jim Goyert, Vice Chairman explains how the non-profit works, and how it was started up as a way to give back. We also talk about a new facility in the works for the organization, thanks to local fundraisers.  

http://www.smokymountainservicedogs.org/

*In the photo: Michele Silva meeting one of the groups of pups in training.