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This exploratory study aimed to examine how Canadian veterans\u2019 family members perceive veterans\u2019 SDog and how they affect different psychosocial outcomes, specifically family quality of life and caregiving. A mixed-methods design utilizing an online questionnaire and follow-up interviews was employed. A non-probability sample of veterans\u2019 family members (i.e., spouses, parents, siblings, friends) were recruited via convenience and snowball sampling methods. Participants (<jats:italic>N<\/jats:italic>\u202f=\u202f35) completed an online questionnaire containing scales measuring their perceptions of and bond with the SDogs, their experience of caregiving, and overall family quality of life. Interviews with veterans\u2019 spouses (<jats:italic>N<\/jats:italic>\u202f=\u202f7) expanded on these topics. We analyzed quantitative data with descriptive and inferential statistics and qualitative data with content analysis. Overall, family members had positive perceptions of and felt bonded to the SDogs. Caregiver scores were relatively high suggesting risk of burnout. Interviewed participants reported no change in their caregiving duties, but they worried less about the veterans because of the SDog. Family quality of life scores were relatively high and SDogs were generally well-integrated into the family, but families seemed to need some support concerning their own emotional well-being. Findings from this study highlight some of the psycho-social benefits of SDogs for veterans\u2019 families from their perspectives. 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