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Since 2020, the Chargers have partnered with local nonprofits to spotlight a service dog in training. Through the Chargers Pup program, fans follow the journey of a dog preparing to become a life-changing companion for a person with disabilities. The initiative not only highlights the transformative role of service animals but also celebrates the independence and support they provide to their humans. Whether placed in a police station as a facility dog or matched with a military veteran, each Chargers Pup is making a meaningful impact in the community.

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Zeus, Paws 4 Life K9 Rescue

The Los Angeles Chargers service dog, Zeus, is photographed on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at The Bolt in El Segundo, CA.
The latest Chargers Pup, Zeus, name is revealed on Monday, October 6, 2025 at The Bolt in El Segundo, CA.
The Los Angeles Chargers service dog, Zeus, is photographed on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at The Bolt in El Segundo, CA.
The Los Angeles Chargers service dog, Zeus, is photographed on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at The Bolt in El Segundo, CA.
The Los Angeles Chargers service dog, Zeus, is photographed on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at The Bolt in El Segundo, CA.
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Storm, Paws 4 Life K9 Rescue, 2025 Graduate

The Los Angeles Chargers service dog, Storm, is photographed on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at The Bolt in El Segundo, CA.
The Los Angeles Chargers play the Denver Broncos on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA. [FINAL SCORE: LAC 34 - DEN 27]
The Los Angeles Chargers service dog, Storm, is photographed on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at The Bolt in El Segundo, CA.
The Los Angeles Chargers play the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA. [FINAL SCORE: KC 17 - LAC 10]
The Los Angeles Chargers service dog, Storm, is photographed on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at The Bolt in El Segundo, CA.

River, Paws for Life K9 Rescue, 2024 Graduate

The Los Angeles Chargers service dog, Angellica, is photographed on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at Hoag Performance Center in Costa Mesa, CA.
The Los Angeles Chargers hold their annual Trick-or-Treat Trail Halloween event with families from the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation on Tuesday, October 24, 2023 at Hoag Performance Center in Costa Mesa, CA.
The Los Angeles Chargers visit the Paws For Life prison training center on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at California Medical Facility in Vacaville, CA.

Brisket, Canine Companions, 2022 Graduate

The Los Angeles Chargers service dog, Brisket, is photographed on Tuesday, December 21, 2021 at Hoag Performance Center in Costa Mesa, CA.
The Los Angeles Chargers host the Battle of the G.O.A.T.S celebrity flag football game on Monday, December 19, 2022 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA. [FINAL SCORE: TEAM LT 48- TEAM GATES 46]
The Los Angeles Chargers service dog, Brisket, is turned in for his next round of training on Friday, February 10, 2023 at Canine Companions in Oceanside, CA.

Bolt, Canine Companions, 2021 Graduate

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The Los Angeles Chargers service dog, Bolt, matriculates on Friday, November 12, 2021 at Canine Companions in Oceanside, CA.
Bolt the Dog visits Derwin James and Drue Tranquill on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at Hoag Performance Center in Costa Mesa, CA.

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Meet Zeus: The Newest Member of the Chargers Pup Fam!

The Chargers have partnered with Easterseals to welcome Zeus, a former shelter dog, as the newest member of the team's Chargers Pup program. In partnership with Paws for Life K9 Rescue, the program has followed the journeys of former shelter dogs as they train to become service animals for military veterans. Over the next six to eight months, Zeus will undergo training inside local state prisons to become a certified service animal. During this time, he'll also make regular appearances at Chargers games and community events!

Introducing River, the newest Chargers Pup in partnership with Paws for Life K9 Rescue

The Chargers visited California Medical Facility to observe Chargers Pup, River, in training and meet with prison administration and Paws for Life K9 Rescue dog trainers. Beginning in 2020, the Chargers Pup program has followed a service animal in training to highlight the importance of these dogs for people with disabilities. River is specifically being trained to become a service animal for a military Veteran with PTSD and will be the face of the team's animal welfare work this season.

Introducing the Newest Chargers Service Dog, River

The Chargers visited California Medical Facility to observe Chargers Pup, River, in training and meet with prison administration and Paws for Life K9 Rescue dog trainers. Beginning in 2020, the Chargers Pup program has followed a service animal in training to highlight the importance of these dogs for people with disabilities. River is specifically being trained to become a service animal for a military Veteran with PTSD and will be the face of the team's animal welfare work this season.

Chargers Pup Brisket Graduates!

The official Chargers Pup, Brisket, reached a major milestone in his journey to become a service animal and graduated from puppy training. For the next five to nine months, Brisket will go through a final round of professional training at a regional training center with nonprofit, Canine Companions, with the goal of officially becoming a service animal for a person with disabilities.

Meet Our New Charger Dog, Brisket

Meet Brisket! Brisket is the newest member of the Bolt fam and is the new official Charger dog! Presented by Lazy Dog.

Chargers Puppy Bolt to Become a Service Dog

The Chargers' very own Bolt begins his journey in training to become a service dog through the partnership with the Canine Companions, an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life of disabled people. Sponsored by Lazy Dog.

Bolt Visits Training Camp 🐶

Our first ever service pup made some new friends at camp! Click here to learn more about Bolt and his journey to becoming a service dog.

Chargers Surprise Military Veteran with Service Animal, Storm

Military veteran and LA County Firefighter Marcus was surprised by Chargers Owner Alexis Spanos Ruhl at Training Camp with the news that he would be receiving Storm, the team's current Chargers Pup, as his service animal. In partnership with Paws for Life K9 Rescue, Storm has been training for the last year in local prisons to become a service dog for a veteran. Through collaboration with Paws for Like and the Wounded Warrior Project, the Chargers proudly selected Marcus as the recipient of their fourth Chargers Pup as a heartfelt thank-you for his dedication and service to our country.

Chargers Pups: Brisket and River as Companion Animals

Watch Chargers Pups, Brisket and River, work as companion animals in the real world. Follow Brisket as he assists the Glendale Police Department as a facility dog, then watch how River supports her owner as a service animal.