PTSD awareness
Public education about symptoms, stigma and the support first responders may need after traumatic service.
Learn about awarenessPTSD awareness · Assistance dogs · Victoria
Honouring service. Supporting life beyond trauma.
Founded in 2015, K9s 4 Valour has raised awareness of PTSD symptoms, promoted the benefits of assistance dogs and advocated for stronger standards for service dogs supporting first responders.
- ACNC
- Registered Charity
- ABN
- 15 947 866 553
- Est.
- 9 September 2015
Why we exist
Trauma does not end when the shift ends.
First responders can carry the impact of emergency work long after the uniform comes off. K9s 4 Valour was formed to make PTSD better understood and to highlight the practical, life-changing support a properly trained assistance dog can provide.
Assistance dogs
Promoting the benefits of PTSD support dogs and improving understanding of training, assessment and public access.
Learn about assistance dogsStronger standards
Advocating for clearer regulation of assistance and service dogs in Victoria so recipients and the public can have confidence.
See our advocacy
Legacy & transition
Transparency about what happens next.
Our ACNC record states that after losing several board and support members, the board agreed to an orderly wind-up by 30 June 2024, with assistance-dog-in-training Benny and remaining funds to be transitioned to suitable recipients.
Because the public record may not reflect every recent step, please contact the board for the current status before donating, volunteering or making referrals.
Read the LegacyImpact
A small charity with a meaningful legacy.
2015Founded in Victoria
1Assistance dog investment: Benny
PTSDAwareness and first responder support
ACNCRegistered and publicly accountable
Current enquiries
Contact the board before giving or volunteering.
K9s 4 Valour is in a transition period. We will respond honestly about the current status, Benny's placement and any remaining legacy work.