08/12/2026
Cara Veterinary Announces Sponsorship with the Seattle Fire Department Therapy Dog Program Providing Annual Wellness Exams, and Vaccinations, for SFD’s Six Therapy Dogs
Seattle, WA — Cara Veterinary, a home‑grown and deeply rooted Pacific Northwest veterinary organization, is proud to announce a formal partnership with the Seattle Fire Department Therapy Dog Program. Through this collaboration, Cara will support the health and operational readiness of all six therapy dogs by providing annual wellness exams and vaccinations. This partnership strengthens the program’s ability to serve firefighters, first responders, and the broader Seattle community during crisis‑response and mental‑health support activities.
“As a PNW‑Homegrown and community‑anchored organization, Cara Veterinary is deeply committed to supporting the wellbeing of our first responders and the communities they serve,” said Nick Coorey Nicholas C , President & COO of Cara Veterinary, who will speak at the Seattle Fire Foundation’s Bids for Bravery event this fall. “The SFD Therapy Dog Program plays an essential role in emotional resilience and community connection, and we are honored to contribute to its continued success.”
Cara’s Commitment to the Program
Through this sponsorship, Cara Veterinary will provide:
-Annual wellness exams and vaccinations for all six therapy dogs
-Consistent medical protocols and preventive care across the entire unit
-Support that reduces out‑of‑pocket costs for firefighter/handlers
-Enhanced safety for public interactions with vulnerable populations
-Improved operational readiness for crisis‑response and community events
Strengthening Community Connection
As part of the sponsorship, Cara Veterinary will also provide a Cara‑branded item for each therapy dog to wear during public engagements. Cara and the Seattle Fire Foundation will collaborate to share the program’s impact with the community through joint social media content, website features, and public communications. Seattle Fire Foundation Seattle Fire Department 🐾 H E R A 🐾
