CM Canine
Battle Buddy
Training Program
Training Program
CM Canine
Battle Buddy
Training Program
Battle Buddy
Training Program
DONATIONS + VETERAN REGISTRATION
DONATIONS + VETERAN REGISTRATION
Charlie Mike programs and services were created with a specific purpose in mind: to create peace, healing, and a sense of stability. These programs are tailored specifically to the needs and interests of military veterans, and to achieve these desired outcomes. Our Canine Battle Buddy Program is at the core of this approach.
LEARN MORE ABOUT CANINE BATTLE BUDDIES
LEARN MORE ABOUT CANINE BATTLE BUDDIES
rescue a dog,
rescue a veteran.
rescue a dog,
rescue a veteran.
rescue a veteran.
Our Approach: Rescue
01
identify dogs
to rescue from
animal shelters
to rescue from
animal shelters
02
test + evaluate
potential dogs
for program
potential dogs
for program
03
selected dogs
receive 2-4 months
of specific training
receive 2-4 months
of specific training
Every year, millions of dogs are abandoned at animal shelters, and hundreds of thousands are euthanized. Our Canine Battle Buddies are chosen from municipal animal shelters and other rescue organizations. They are carefully selected, evaluated, and tested for characteristics such as intelligence, motivation, temperament, food drive, motivation, and disposition.
Rescued dogs receive medical care to become or remain healthy, and have regular veterinarian visits. Potential Battle Buddies receive two to four (or more) months of training in a program we have developed to create capable, competent, and obedient companion dogs.
To “graduate” the program, they are constantly evaluated and tested on specific sets of tasks, behaviors, and criteria of a practical nature. We want to ensure a high potential of success for our veterans, and our Battle Buddies. In addition, there is no cost to a veteran to adopt a Canine Battle Buddy from our program.
A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.
Josh Billings (humorist)
A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.
Josh Billings (humorist)
Our Approach: Battle Buddies
One of the objectives for this program is to fill a specific space within the canine rescue and training community that does not exist anywhere else, especially for veterans. We offer a solution that lives between simply adopting a pet on one end of the spectrum, and what most people think of as a “service dog” on the other.
Service dogs are amazing, and fill an important, powerful role with people who need that service. Many veterans, however, don’t need a “service dog,” and the more specialized or specific training that those animals require. Service dogs can take anywhere from six months to two years to train, and can often range in cost from $30,000 to $80,000. Some service dog organizations, unfortunately, also have a multi-year waiting list.
Veterans who experience the results of combat trauma, PTSD or TBI, or who might be significantly struggling, can benefit from a well-trained, intelligent, disciplined, and loving dog – a Canine Battle Buddy – without the need, timeline, and expense of a “service dog.” This is our sweet spot.
Through this important and rewarding effort, we double the impact of a good cause:
rescue a dog, and as a result, rescue a veteran.
join our mission.
join our mission.
Check out our dogs!
Mission: S.A.N.T.A PAWS
🎅 Mission S.A.N.T.A.: Support And Nurture Those in Action 🎄
This December 21st, join us at The Commissary for Mission S.A.N.T.A.—a special event where you can take a festive photo with Santa alongside your dog or kids while making a real difference. We are partnered with The Very Best Santa Clause Ever to make this happen! @theverybestsantaclausagency
✨ Details:
📍 Where: The Commissary
📅 When: December 21st
💸 Donation: Minimum $10 per picture
Your donation directly supports our Battle Buddies Program, helping us provide fully trained dogs to veterans and first responders in need. Every dollar goes toward training, boarding, meals, and medical care, ensuring these heroes receive the trusted companions they deserve.
📸 Snap a memory. ❤️ Share some joy. 💪 Help us continue the mission of life!
#MissionSANTA #SupportAndNurture #PhotosWithPurpose #battlebuddyheroes
Dec 9
🌟 Welcome to North Carolina, Maui! 🌟
Previously known as Maggie, this beautiful girl was rescued in Miami from @redlanddogsanctuary and has been living her best life with a loving owner. However, due to an important job commitment in Singapore, her dad couldn’t take her along and needed someone to care for her. Unfortunately, during this process, Maui tested positive for adult heartworm, despite being on preventative care. (A rare but possible occurrence—this is why heartworm prevention is so critical for every dog!)
When no foster options came through in Florida, her dedicated dad drove Maui up to us yesterday. Over the past two days, we’ve slowly introduced her to our pack and the other Battle Buddies spending the holidays with us. Maui is settling in wonderfully at the farm, and she’s in great spirits!
Here’s the plan for her journey:
➡️ She has one more month to enjoy regular activity and adjust to farm life.
➡️ In January, she’ll receive her first heartworm treatment injection, requiring strict rest in a calm environment.
➡️ Maui will undergo her final injections in February and need another month of careful recovery.
These next two months are critical, but we’re fully committed to getting Maui through this! Her dad loves her dearly and is relieved knowing she’s in the best hands. We’re honored to help her heal and make it to the finish line strong and healthy.
Please send Maui your love and good wishes as she begins this journey. She’s an incredible dog with a sweet spirit, and we’ll keep you posted every step of the way. 💙
#CharlieMikeBattleBuddies #ContinueTheMissionOfLife #MauiTheBattleBuddy
Dec 8
🐾 Jett: The Last Man Standing! 🐾
Jett is the final Battle Buddy from our 2024 program, and he’s ready to find his forever home before the holidays!
This confident, well-mannered boy is truly one of a kind. Here’s what makes Jett so special:
✔️ Walks like a pro on a leash
✔️ Loves belly rubs—he’ll drop himself at your feet to soak up the love!
✔️ Sweet as can be and plays well with other dogs
✔️ Perfect snuggle buddy for those cozy nights
Jett’s one tiny preference? A home without cats. (He’s a little too curious about them!) A fenced yard would be ideal for this German Shepherd/Husky/Akita mix, but he’s equally content lounging and soaking up attention.
🎄 Let’s help Jett end this year in a warm home with a family or veteran who loves him! With his adoption, we’ll proudly wrap up 2024 with all our Battle Buddies placed in loving homes, ready to restart the program in 2025.
➡️ Please share this post and help us find Jett the home he deserves! 🙏
#AdoptJett #BattleBuddy2024 #RescueDogLove #ForeverHome #charliemikebattlebuddies
Dec 6
HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Amazing update! 🍁🐾🙏
This year, we’re celebrating something truly special: for the first time in 2 ½ years, our kennels will be empty for the holidays! Since our journey began, we’ve placed 52 dogs into loving homes. This milestone fills us with pride, gratitude, and renewed energy for what’s ahead.
Our only “last man standing” is ready to find his forever family, JETT. Over the next couple of weeks, we’ll be sharing updates and stories about him. Please help us by spreading the word so we can ensure his perfect match.
As we close this chapter, we’re dedicating the holiday season to caring for a special medical case in need of all our energy and resources.
Come January, we’ll relaunch the Charlie Mike Battle Buddies program with full hearts, ready to continue the mission with compassion, love, and determination.
Today, our home is full of veterans, friends, and volunteers who’ve become like family, sharing warmth, gratitude, and amazing moments together. We’re incredibly thankful for every one of you who has supported us in one way or another.
From our hearts to yours, Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov 28
🎉 Miss Ollie Is Heading to Her Forever Home! 🐾
We’re beyond excited to share an update about Miss Ollie! Over the past few weeks, she’s been working with an amazing veteran family who understands her skin condition and is fully committed to providing the special care she needs. This incredible family has not only fallen in love with Ollie but also welcomed her into their hearts. She’ll soon have a brother and sister to share her life with, and we couldn’t be happier for her.
Ollie has been with us for close to 10 months—a journey filled with training, overcoming a severe skin infection, and blossoming into the incredible Battle Buddy she was always meant to be. We had to postpone her availability for adoption to nurse her back to health, and it took time, dedication, and resources to get her to where she is today.
She’s now in great shape, ready to fulfill her duties as a Battle Buddy, and heading to a family who will love and care for her in the way she truly deserves. This is why we do what we do. It’s also a reminder of how incredible people are out there, willing to give love and receive it in return in the most meaningful ways.
Every donation you’ve made helped Ollie’s journey—from boarding and food to training and extensive medical care. Stories like hers are made possible because of your support, and we’re so grateful.
Stay tuned for updates as Ollie embarks on this beautiful new chapter! 💙🐶
#CharlieMike #BattleBuddy #foreverhome
Nov 24
🌟 Miss Bailey’s Training Journey! 🌟
Allow us a moment to brighten your feed with some incredible progress on Miss Bailey! She completed our two-week puppy board-and-train program, which we’re thrilled to offer to civilians. While it’s a shorter program compared to our intensive, months-long Battle Buddy training, it still gives each pup a strong foundation for success—just like we do with our veteran pups!
Miss Bailey was a star! 🐾 Her impulse control has transformed, and her leash-walking skills are sharper than ever. She’s even able to stay calm amidst the bustling energy here at the farm—no easy feat! We get a lot of movement with our volunteers and supporters, so it’s a great environment for her to practice those skills. Bailey came to us as a fairly timid puppy and has started to learn the most important thing - confidence! When we first introduced her to our horses she wanted nothing to do with them, she now places next to them without a care in the world 🤍
We’re so grateful to her family, who’ve supported charliemike.org from the start. While it was tough to say goodbye, we’re beyond happy to see Bailey thriving and on her way to a wonderful life with her family. Go, Bailey! 🎉
Nov 15
📣 Foster Needed for Sweet Mao! 📣 🚨 💖🙏
Hey everyone, remember Maggie? Now called Mao, she’s been living her best life with her amazing owner – a dedicated tennis coach who adopted her last November when we met in Miami at an adoption event. Mao came from the @redlanddogsanctuary , and since her adoption, she’s been thriving, staying active, social, and just as sweet as ever! 🐾💖
Now, we have a special situation where we need your help. Mao’s owner recently received a job offer that requires frequent travel to Singapore, making it tough for him to give her the stability she needs right now. He explored options for her to stay with family in France, but during her vet prep for the trip, Mao tested positive for adult heartworms. 💔
Heartworm treatment is a three-month journey, and she’ll need a calm, settled environment to recover fully. ℹ️ For those with other dogs, please note that heartworm is not contagious between dogs, so there’s no risk if you already have a pup at home. While Mao was on heartworm prevention, these things can sometimes slip through, and now we’re focused on giving her the best care to get her back to her healthy, happy self.
We’re urgently seeking a medical foster with experience and confidence in managing a heartworm-positive dog’s needs. The treatment costs will be fully covered, and her owner is ready to help with her food and other needs. He’s hopeful that, with your help, Mao can stay close until he settles into his new schedule. He’s even open to the possibility that her foster family may fall in love with her (though, of course, it would be bittersweet for him). ❤️
If you have a calm, loving home where Mao can rest, please reach out. Our priority is her well-being, and we’re grateful for any support you can provide to ensure she’s in a safe, healing space. Thank you always for being part of our mission – together, we keep making a difference. 🐕💪
#CharlieMikeBattleBuddies #FosterNeeded #DogLovers #HeartwormTreatment #AdoptDontShop
Nov 2
🌸Welcome Bailey our latest Board & Train!
A sweet new pup from one of our longtime volunteers and donors who has supported us since the beginning. Now, they are trusting us with Bailey’s training journey! 💖
Did you know that you can train your dog alongside our Charlie Mike Battle Buddies? 🐕
ℹ️ We offer 2-week puppy training and 4-week adult dog training with the same love and expertise we use for our veterans’ Battle Buddies. While our therapy dog program for veterans is a deep, 5-6 month journey offered at no cost to them, civilians can take advantage of our shorter programs.
Even better? The fees you pay go 100% back into supporting our mission of rescuing dogs, training them, and placing them with veterans + first responders —all at no charge to them.
So, stay tuned as we guide Bailey through her fundamentals and playtime adventures.
Those ears alone are worth the follow! 🐶👂 #CharlieMike #BattleBuddy #PuppyTraining #DogTraining #SupportVeterans #RescueDogs
@charliemikeactual
Oct 25
💙 We are beyond grateful for the love and support you continue to show, even with everything going on, like Hurricane Helen and fundraising efforts. It warms our hearts that many of you are still care about the dogs in our program, especially Teddy.
For those asking, Teddy is doing much better! His sweet personality is shining through, and he just wants love. Today, when Karissa came to bathe Sugar for her veteran, she gave Teddy a freshen-up too, and he did amazing. He’s almost ready for adoption, and because he’s had such a rough go and we want him in a home setting rather than a kennel environment, we’ve opened his adoption to civilians as well as veterans and first responders. All he needs is a happy, loving home. He plays great with other dogs, shows no prey drive, and just wants to snuggle.
We’re still raising funds for his care. Teddy has been on a special diet and products for his immune system, and we’ve treated his stress-related skin issues—his hair is growing back nicely! Your donations have helped so much, but we still need support for him and other battle buddies.
Thank you for keeping him in your thoughts! Teddy is ready for his forever home. 🏡 #TeddyJourney #AdoptTeddy #HelpTeddyHeal #RescueDog #DonateForGood #AdoptDontShop #Grateful
Oct 7
It’s been busy around here, and lately, there’s been a lot of not-so-great news—a lot of sadness, stress, and running around with Hurricane Helene and now that impending storm heading towards Florida 😮💨— But amidst the tough moments, there’s also so much good. Between people stepping up to help and our Battle Buddies graduating, there are still bright spots to celebrate. 🌟
Miss Sugar got her spa day today 🛀, thanks to @karessa who has been grooming our Battle Buddies from the very beginning. Carissa donates her time and expertise to care for these incredible dogs, and we wouldn’t trust our personal pups with anyone else! She’s patient, understanding, and truly respects the training these dogs are going through. When one isn’t ready, she doesn’t push them—she helps them get more comfortable.
Miss Sugar, who usually doesn’t love getting wet, was a rockstar! After her bath, she enjoyed all the rubs, cuts, and even getting her nails done. We’re so proud of her! And the best news? She goes home on the 14th with her veteran, Tom—a Vietnam vet and former fighter pilot. We’re beyond excited to share this happy moment with all of you after a string of tough news.
Here’s to spreading some smiles and sunny vibes today! 🌞 #BattleBuddyGraduation #VeteranSupport #GratefulMoments #DogRescue
Oct 6
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Charlie Mike, Inc. is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation.
Charlie Mike, Inc. is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation.
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All rights reserved.
Charlie Mike, Inc. is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation.
All rights reserved.
Charlie Mike, Inc. is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation.
