In this episode of Beyond the Bulldog, we sit down with Jason Johnson, Founder and CEO of Project K9 Hero, a nonprofit dedicated to caring for retired military, police, and fire service dogs. From his early days as a U.S. Army MP and federal K9 instructor to launching a nationwide program, Jason shares his mission to give these canine heroes the care and dignity they deserve after service.

Jason discusses:

1. His journey from soldier to police officer to federal K9 instructor

2. The stories of heroism behind dogs like Sergeant Yeager and K9 Chief

3. How Project K9 Hero provides medical care, rehabilitation, and rehoming for retired service dogs

4. The organization’s capital campaign to expand its Tennessee rehabilitation and sanctuary facility

With over 350 dogs served since 2016, Jason and his team are ensuring that America’s four-legged heroes live out their lives with honor, comfort, and care.

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