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Kaya, Service Dog Who Helped Advocate For PTSD Treatment And Veterans' Health, Has Died

Kaya stood alongside Lyle as he advocated before Congress for better access to service dogs for veterans.

February 12, 2023

Kaya, a service dog who served as a beloved ambassador for PTSD treatment and veterans' health, has died, according to her owner.

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The 8-year-old German shepherd was euthanized on February 4 after being diagnosed with cancer, her handler, Cole Lyle, told CNN in an interview.

Kaya stood alongside Lyle as he advocated before Congress for better access to service dogs for veterans.

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