Scottish Terriers Bring Home Wins for Guard and Reserve Families

Project: Return to Work has a long tradition of meaningful connection with Colorado’s military community — and a recent dog show brought that tradition to life in a big way.

Yin (Bilbo) and Yang (Olive) are siblings with a compelling competitive story. When Olive competed alone, she struggled to place. But when she entered the ring alongside her brother Bilbo, no one could beat her.

Behind the scenes, groomer and handler Diedre of The Wag Shop prepares and handles Bilbo at competitions. Her story of overcoming severe disabilities makes her dedication to this work all the more inspiring.

The dogs are co-owned by Annele Henderson and Cheyscott Kennels. Annele also shows Olive, serves as President of the Scottish Terrier Club of Greater Denver (STCGD), and is a member of R2W’s Board of Directors

This photo says it all. It was taken at an Army Yellow Ribbon Reintegration event in Vail, Colorado, where R2W Founder Rob Brazell was serving in his Military Outreach role with ESGR, briefing soldiers returning from active duty. Yang — Stryder — became an instant morale booster that day, playing with a soldier’s young son and grandfather. The moment gave everyone present a lift, including the service providers supporting troops and their families as they transitioned back to civilian life.

Bilbo is now in training to serve at future ESGR events, continuing this tradition.

Please consider donating to help support Diedre and others at R2W on the front lines — helping injured heroes back to work and back to life.