IT ALL BEGAN WITH AN IDEA…

An idea that a well-trained dog could change a life—and that those who watch over others deserve someone watching over them.

At Övervaka Vänner, “Overwatch Friends,” we turn that idea into lasting partnerships. Our nonprofit provides task-trained service dogs to veterans and first responders at no cost, helping them navigate daily challenges with greater confidence and independence. From retrieving essential items and assisting with mobility to interrupting anxiety and providing grounding, each dog is trained around their handler’s individual needs.

Our mission reaches into the community, too. We provide comfort dogs for departments and schools at no cost, offering a reassuring presence after difficult calls, during stressful moments, and throughout everyday life.

Every placement is the beginning of a lifelong commitment. Through handler training, ongoing guidance, and lifetime support, we stand beside our teams as they grow together. Because everyone deserves someone in their corner—and sometimes, that someone has four paws.