July 2025 Newsletter
☀️💦DOG DAYS OF SUMMER!💦☀️
Pictured above - Service Dog in Training Javelin
The “Dog Days of Summer” usually refer to the hottest stretch of the year—July and August—when everything feels slow, steamy, and a little bit lazy. But here at Mutts With A Mission, summer is the perfect time for our Service Dogs in Training (SDiTs) to grow, learn, and explore all things water.
All month long the MWAM SDiTs (Service Dogs in Training) have had a wonderful time discovering the joys of water play. The youngest are getting their feet wet in a kiddie pool. Laying and lapping up the cool water and then, taking a little nap. The older pups were able to take a swim in the big dock diving pool. At first, the newbies gently padded down the ramp before tiptoeing into the cool water. Some were a little shy, but most quickly found their confidence, splashing, swimming, and learning how to find their way back to the ramp. We are proud to say they are now officially pool certified, as long as their Puppy Raiser is in the water with them! Vader is a pro at water play and was a crowd standout running and jumping into the pool making a big splash.
A huge thank you to all our Puppy Raisers for coming out to our Puppy Pool Pawty and giving our SDiTs a perfect way to cool down during the Dog Days of Summer.
Hampton Roads Locals - Are you ready to join the fun and make a difference in the life of a deserving Veteran or First Responder? Join us Tuesday, August 12, at 5:30 for a quick information session. Click the button below to apply and become a Puppy Raiser today! Our SDiTs are looking forward to meeting you! 🐾
Pictured below: Steele, Sponsored by Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group, Rivet, and Vader
NEW SPONSORS SPOTLIGHT
👏THANK YOU!👏
Pictured above: SDiTs Jade, Kiwi and Trinity who would LOVE a sponsor to help them on their journey!
On May 25th, we were invited to Warriors Taphouse in Virginia Beach for their Memorial Day Ceremony. It was an afternoon dedicated to the lives and legacies of those who have served and made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Thank you, Warriors Taphouse, for hosting this event and for raising over $1,000 for us and for becoming a Camouflage Level Sponsor. 🎉
At the end of June, the Boneshakers Social Club of Virginia Beach held a Poker Run benefiting Mutts With A Mission in honor of one of their own members who recently lost his service dog. Their generosity raised an incredible $2,600 to support our mission.
Boneshakers is truly making a difference by riding with purpose, and we are deeply honored that they chose Mutts With A Mission as their non-profit recipient for this meaningful event. Thank you for becoming a Blue Level Sponsor.👏
We would also like to recognize Retired U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Clyde "Cash" Barber, a 101-year-old World War II Navy Veteran known for accumulating over 7,500 flight hours as an enlisted aircrew member and officer. Today he dedicates his time to sharing history at the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola, FL. We are incredibly grateful for your commitment and continued support of Mutts With A Mission. Thank you for becoming a Red Level Sponsor.🎊
Thank you, Warriors Taphouse, Boneshakers Social Club and
Retired Lt. Cmdr. Clyde "Cash" Barber
for your support and helping us Serve Those Who Keep Us Free.
If you or your your company are ready to become a MWAM Sponsor or Donor,
click the link below for all the details. We would love to have you as part of our
Mutts With A Mission family.
CLICK HERE TO SPONSOR A PUPPY!
DID YOU KNOW....
MWAM receives direct employee donations matched by thousands of businesses.
To find out if your company will match your donation, please click on the Gift Matching button option below.
Pictured left - SDiT Vatra
MUTTS MERCH
🎄😎CELEBRATING CHRISTMAS IN JULY😎🎄
Beat the heat with a little holiday cheer!😊
We are celebrating Christmas in July with a special
Bundle Pack of MWAM merchandise!
This limited-time offer is the perfect way to treat yourself or get a head start on your holiday gifting—all while supporting a great cause.
Each bundle includes:
*Serving Those Who Keep Us Free T-shirt
*Pebble Blue Water Bottle
* and A Secret MWAM Surprise
🎁 FREE SHIPPING📦
🚨 Limited quantities available — shop early for the best selection!
Thank you for your support! All proceeds go back into our training program.
SHOP CHRISTMAS IN JULY & MUTTS MERCH!
👏PAWSITIVE PARTNERS👏
We are grateful to Sandbridge Tattoo for becoming one of our newest Community Pawtners! Their team went above and beyond by collecting much-needed supplies for our Training Center and taking the time to stop by and meet some of the newest additions to the MWAM family.
Your support means the world to us—and to our Service Dogs in Training. We are looking forward to collaborating with this talented and generous group again very soon!
Pictured below with our friends from Sandbridge Tattoo are SDiTs Trinity and Gadget
NEW REPORT: The #Paws4Access global survey reveals that 43% of assistance dog handlers were denied access in the last year. This isn’t just inconvenient—it’s a barrier to full inclusion. Read the full report to learn what’s happening—and what needs to change: https://assistancedogsinternational.org/.../paws-for.../ #Paws4Access #AccessMatters @ADIintl @IGDFDogs
We are honored to be one of only four ADI-accredited organizations based in Virginia.
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Pictured above: : SDiT Willow, proudly sponsored by VB Vets Give Back, with her Puppy Raiser during a Sight, Sound, and Smell training class at Town Center, Virginia Beach.
♥️MISSION MOMENT♥️
Introducing,10 (yes, 10!), new puppies to the Mutts With A Mission family!
These adorable pups are just beginning their journey to become life-changing Service Dogs for deserving Veterans and First Responders.
Looking for a rewarding way to serve those who served us?
Don't forget to register for our next Puppy Raiser Info Session this August!
Come meet the team, cuddle some puppies, and learn how you can be part of something truly impactful.
Hampton Road Locals - Register today! 🐶
Pictured above are our littlest SDiTs
Top Row: Trinity, Trit, Gadget and Opp
Bottom Row: Trey, Pioneer, Sparrow, Manta, Kiwi and Javelin
CAPT FATHOM
USS GEORGE H.W. BUSH (CVN-77)
CAPT POSEIDON USS NIMITZ (CVN-68)
CAPT RUDDER USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70)
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