Silver Paw Ranch is a Donor Advised Fund and Charitable Organization through The Calaveras Community Foundation, a 501(c)3 dedicated to the research, therapy, and placement of K-9 battle buddies as an alternative to medication for wounded warrior Veterans with PTSD and other medical needs. K-9 battle buddies help their wounded veterans, who suffer from a wide range of physical and emotional disabilities allowing veterans to confidently cope with their disability and reintegrate back into society.