Hound Dog Blues

Devil Dog Diary

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My name is Katie Brickman, I'm a full time girlfriend and caregiver for a retired Marine Corps Sgt. who suffers from a traumatic brain injury, post traumatic stress, and has physical mobility disabilities. When I'm not doing work around the house my time goes toward my one year old bloodhound, Willow, who is a service dog.

Our story actually got published in the Wall Street Journal Page one. If you know prior military or you're just curious please feel free to check out our story: http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052970203937504577203160409677198.html

Willow's job is to assist my boyfriend in his day to day activities and make life a little bit easier. Her main job is to help with anxiety and mobility. Although she is certified every day she is learning and soon she will be able to help with reminders.

My shop specializes in making Marine Corps Dress Blues for your pooch. I really wanted to include Willow in the Marine Corps Birthday celebration and thought that she has deserved and earned her rank. I could find a pair anywhere so I've designed my own pattern that includes official USMC buttons, rank, and metals.

My shop also has a variety of dog collars, leashes, toys, and treats. There is nothing in my shop that I wouldn't use for my own dog. If you see something you like but it's not the right size or color I always do custom orders.

Profit from specific items in my shop will go toward the non-profit agency that willow trained with, K9's For Freedom & Independence.

If you have any questions please feel free to ask via conversation on Etsy, e-mail hound.dog.blues1775 [!at] gmail.com, or via phone at 970.315.2583 = 970.315.BLUE