Virtual Fundraiser Launches on World Mental Health Day to Support Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs
Williston, FL – [October 7th, 2025] — Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is proud to announce Higher Images as a Silver Sponsor of the 2025 National Mutt Strut, a powerful nationwide virtual walk that kicks off on World Mental Health Day, October 10, and runs through October 22, 2025.
This annual event raises critical awareness and funds for veterans, first responders, and civilians struggling with PTSD, trauma, and other invisible disabilities. Funds raised directly support the pairing of these individuals with life-saving, highly trained medical service dogs at no cost to the recipients.
Participants are encouraged to walk solo or as a team across any of the following distances: 1 mile, 2.2 miles, or 22 miles—the latter serving as a somber tribute to the 22 veterans lost to suicide each day in the U.S.
“At Higher Images, our partnership with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs has truly been transformative—not only for our organization but for us personally. Watching Craig Hodgkins, one of our team members, thrive thanks to his service dog Foxy has been nothing short of inspirational,” said Linda Jo Thornberg, President of Higher Images. “This mission hits home for us, and we are honored to step up as a Silver Sponsor to help bring hope and healing to so many others.”
With thousands still waiting for service dogs, every dollar raised through the Mutt Strut helps ensure they are not left waiting in silence. All proceeds support the care, training, pairing, and lifetime assistance for these remarkable canines and the people they serve.
2025 National Mutt Strut Details:
- What: Nationwide virtual fundraising walk
- When: October 10–22, 2025
- Where: Walk anytime, anywhere
- Distances: 1 mile, 2.2 miles, or 22 miles
- Why: Raise awareness and funds for Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs
Join the movement, earn exclusive Mutt Strut swag, and stand in solidarity with a growing community that walks for change—and for those who need it most.
👉 Register, donate, or learn more at www.themuttstrut.org
👉 To join the Higher Images fundraising team, visit: https://givebutter.com/c/nationalmuttstrut2025/teams/higher-images-2
About Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs
Founded in 2010, Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing, raising, training, and donating medical service dogs to veterans, first responders, and individuals living with disabilities. With a focus on those suffering from PTSD, traumatic brain injuries, and other invisible disabilities, Guardian Angels’ highly trained service dogs provide life-changing assistance and independence at no cost to recipients. To date, the organization has paired hundreds of dogs nationwide, creating a lasting impact for both the recipients and their communities.
Learn more at www.medicalservicedogs.org.
About Higher Images
Established in 2001, Higher Images is a full-service digital marketing agency headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, specializing in branding, SEO, social media, web development, and reputation management. With over two decades of experience helping businesses grow their online presence, Higher Images is committed to delivering results-driven solutions that empower clients to succeed in a digital world. As a mission-focused organization, Higher Images proudly supports causes that uplift mental health and honor our nation’s veterans and first responders.
Discover more at www.higherimages.com.
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