Meet Archie, Utah Hockey Club’s new team dog

“America’s VetDogs is proud to partner with Utah Hockey Club and America First Credit Union to co-raise Archie during the team’s inaugural NHL season,” John Miller, president and CEO of America’s VetDogs said. “Archie will become a beloved part of the club, and we are deeply grateful to both Utah Hockey Club and America First Credit Union for their unwavering support of our organization, as well as their commitment to serving our nation’s veterans and first responders.”

“Utah Hockey Club has been committed to making a meaningful impact in our community since day one,” Kari Larson, senior vice president of community relations for Utah Hockey Club said. “Our partnership with America’s VetDogs and America First Credit Union to raise Archie is a meaningful way to honor and give back to a veteran or first responder who has served our country. We can’t wait for our players, fans, and community members to meet Archie and be a part of this important journey together.”

Meet Archie

Named after Arches National Park near Moab, Utah, Archie will focus on mastering basic commands and building social skills to prepare for his formal training at America’s VetDogs campus and eventually, a successful service dog for a veteran or first responder in need. 

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