Healing the Families Our Heroes Left Behind

The Wonder Pup Foundation supports children and families of fallen first responders with healing companionship, trauma-informed care, and purpose-driven community — so they can rebuild and move forward with strength and hope.

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“Serving Those Who Selflessly Served Us.”

Three Pillars of Healing

Professional Counseling

Access to licensed counselors who specialize in trauma and grief, helping children and families develop coping skills and feel seen.

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Companion at Home

A carefully matched K9 companion who provides unconditional love, comfort, and a daily source of purpose and routine.

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Community in the Gym

Connection to a local jiu-jitsu gym for structure, mentorship from coaches, and a supportive community that believes in them.

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Our Impact

3 Pillars of Healing
$0 Cost to Families
50 States in Our Vision
1 Family at a Time
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Our Story

The Wonder Pup started as a bedtime story — a tale Ryan Reed would tell his son Jake every night. When co-founder Jackie Reed experienced the healing companionship of her dogs after losing her mother, she couldn't imagine how a child would feel losing a parent. That's how the idea of matching puppies with grieving families was born.

After combining their love for dogs and community service, Ryan — a Marine veteran and Conroe firefighter — and Jackie — a former Army combat medic and registered nurse — founded The Wonder Pup Foundation.

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Every Child Deserves a Companion

Your donation provides a grieving child with a puppy, professional counseling, and a community that won't let them face tomorrow alone.

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