Why This Jeep Matters
To anyone else, it’s a Jeep. To us, it’s a kind of raw freedom. It’s how Cerberus gets to remote places for training. It’s how my dad gets to keep exploring the outdoors he loves. It’s how our family — broken, rebuilt, and still healing — stays connected to the world around us.
Every modification has a reason. Every upgrade has a purpose. This vehicle isn’t about showing off — it’s about ensuring our mission together can keep going for as long as time lets us.
Built for Safety, Comfort & Purpose
Dog-First Design
Cerberus rides safely and stays cool no matter the weather.
- Solar-powered AC dedicated to Cerberus
- K9 Platform with Hest memory foam dog mat
- Pressurized, heated water supply with sprayer
- Multi-camera livestream platform w/StarLink
- De-activated passenger airbag/K9 front seat restraint
Designed for My Dad
At 77, mobility and comfort matter more than ever. This Jeep lets him keep living the outdoor life he worked his whole life to give us.
- Assist handles for climbing in/out safely
- Blind spot & rearview video monitors
- Rockslides with step-up for easy entry
- Red area lighting to facilitate stargazing
Training & Adventure Platform
With a built-in radio repeater to support dog training and drone operations, a rooftop tent on the Jeep and trailer to allow for two seperate heated sleeping areas, and custom dog-friendly ladders for both tents, Cerberus has options and we have an easy time setting up camp. The 270-degree awning, pull out shower stall, and slide out kitchen make camping easier. We wanted to spend less time setting up camp and more enjoying the outdoors.
- Commercial, HAM and GMRS radio equipment
- VHF GPS dog tracking system
- K9 first-aid & trauma kit
- Water storage, heating, and filtration
- StarLink Internet
A Rolling platform for Family Adventures
Whether it’s a national park, a forest road, or a quiet lake in Colorado, this Jeep lets us make memories together — the kind we didn’t have most of my life.
Solar-Powered AC System
The heart of the entire build — a fully independent cooling system for Cerberus. It keeps him safe even when the engine is off, temperatures spike, or we’re training in remote terrain. With a 400 Amp Hour battery and high output alternator we don't need to worry about running out of power.
- Runs off solar + 400 AH auxiliary battery
- No dependency on vehicle engine
- The AC can run continuously all summer so Cerby never gets in a hot car!
- Quiet operation - no generator running at night
- 3000 watt 120 volt inverter keeps batteries charged and runs the coffee maker to keep Dad powered up on adventures
Built for My Dad
My father spent his life helping others as a doctor.
Now it’s my turn to give him the years of adventure he deserves.
This Jeep lets him explore with us — safely, comfortably, joyfully.
Watching him with Cerberus is one of the greatest gifts of my life.
Our National Parks Goal
Once the Jeep is fully built, we’re taking it — and Cerberus — to as many national parks as time allows. These trips will be our way of reclaiming lost years, creating new memories, and preparing Cerberus for work in every terrain imaginable.