Photos: 'Shelter To Service' Program Gives New Life To Veterans, Shelter Pets

EAST HAMPTON, NY — The American Humane Society held its inaugural graduation ceremony Sunday afternoon at Hobby Hill, the Water Mill home of philanthropists Jewel and Robert Morris.

The AHHS's "Shelter to Service" program not only helps America's brave veterans benefit from the human-animal bond, but also provides a second chance for dogs who might otherwise be euthanized in shelters.

Celebrity attendees included Beth Stern and Naomi Judd, both well known for their passion for animals.

AHHS President and CEO Dr. Robin Ganzert presented the National Humanitarian Award to Jewel Morris for her lifelong devotion to animals.

Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography, soniboy@aol.com.

Reporting by Richard Lewin.