Bella’s Buddies will join canines trained to alert and respond to specific medical and emotional needs with organizations and individuals to increase social and behavioral proficiencies, promote physical wellness, and encourage independence in solitary and social environments. The Bella’s Buddies K9U training program will work to promote public school student interest in contributing to society and appreciating the service of veterans by utilizing the classroom setting to train future service, facility and emotional support dogs for individuals whose lives may be enriched by a canine helper.