United States Mint Unveils Designs for the 2027 Working Dogs Commemorative Coin Program
Published on September 22, 2026
WASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Representatives from the United States Mint (Mint), America’s VetDogs, and the Guide Dog Foundation joined together today to unveil the designs for the 2027 Working Dogs Commemorative Coin Program during a ceremony at the White House in Washington, DC. The designs— emblematic of the vast contributions that working dogs make in society to include the range of services that these dogs provide in detection, military service, therapy, and assistance—will be featured on a $5 gold coin, a $1 silver coin, and a half dollar clad coin, as authorized by Public Law 118-109, to support the mission of America’s VetDogs.
“Commemorative coins tell America’s story, and the story of our nation’s working dogs is one of extraordinary service and sacrifice,” noted Mint Director Paul Hollis. “This program celebrates the courage, intelligence, and devotion of these animals while recognizing the handlers, veterans, first responders, and individuals whose lives have been forever changed through their partnership.”
“We are deeply honored to have the opportunity to unveil the final designs for the Working Dogs Commemorative Coin series at The White House. These coins will do more than commemorate the extraordinary contributions of working dogs — they will help tell their story to millions of Americans,” said John Miller, President and CEO of the Guide Dog Foundation & America’s VetDogs. “Every day, working dogs protect our communities, heal souls, and transform lives. For the veterans and first responders with disabilities we serve, a service dog can restore independence, confidence, and connection. This historic coin series will shine a national spotlight on that remarkable bond while helping America’s VetDogs provide more of these life-changing dogs at no cost to our nation’s heroes.”