Bishop’s Mission Launches the K9 Peer Support Program
Bishop’s Mission has officially launched our K9 Peer Support Program, and we’re excited to share what this looks like in action.
At the heart of this program is collaboration. We’ve partnered with businesses that care deeply about department K9s and want to support their wellness just as much as we do. Through partnerships with H.E.L.P. preparedness, Dr. Becker Bites, All Things Paw, Pure Pawsitivity, Triple A Therapy, and Pawsitive Dog Training, we’ve been able to build meaningful support for working and support K9s. Together, we’ve created our K9 Wellness & Ready Starter Kits, which are being distributed to departments to introduce what our K9 Peer Support Program can provide.
Each starter kit is thoughtfully assembled with wellness-focused supplies, including items such as Dr. Becker Bites liver treats, dental wipes, coffee wood chews, first aid reference cards, slip leads and more. In addition to physical supplies, many kits also include gift certificates for services like grooming, PEMF treatments, and other wellness modalities—supporting the long-term physical and emotional wellbeing of working K9s.
One of our recent recipients was K9 Kismet, the department dog for the Surprise Police Department.
K9 Kismet
Kismet’s story first made local news after he was discovered abandoned. What began as a traumatic experience ultimately became a turning point—one Kismet likely never realized would change his life. Today, he serves as a department support dog, bringing comfort, connection, and smiles to the responders he works alongside. Through our K9 Peer Support Program, Kismet also has access to ongoing wellness resources designed to help keep him at his best.
Programs like this exist because working dogs give so much of themselves in service to others. Supporting their health, comfort, and longevity isn’t a luxury—it’s a responsibility.
Thank you, Kismet, for all that you do. And thank you to our partners and supporters who help us care for both ends of the leash.
