Dogs on Deployment
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- What it is
- Crisis and temporary pet care
- Who it helps
- Military members who need temporary care for their pets.
- Where
- United States
- Status
- Accepting applications
- Checked
- on the official website, November 3, 2026
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National nonprofit that connects military members with volunteer boarders who care for their pets during deployments or other service commitments, so service members can keep their pets instead of giving them up. Pets include dogs, cats and other animals.
Good to know
- Who can use it: Military members who need temporary care for their pets.
- How to get started: Military members search the online resource for volunteer boarders and take the preparation steps on the site. See the Boarding Questions section of the FAQ for details.
Emergency? Call your veterinarian or the nearest 24-hour emergency hospital now, and tell them if cost is a barrier. Emergency signs and poison hotlines
Before you go
Call or check their page for current prices, appointment availability, any income or residency rules, and which animals they see. Ask what to bring.
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