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“At first her dad and I were like ‘yeah right, we’re going to raise a puppy and then give it away,’ If not for Kelly encouraging us to approve puppy raising as her project to earn the Girl Scout Gold Award, we would have never done this. It was the best thing we have ever done.” Click here to read the full story.
“I was at the grocery store when my wedding ring fell to the ground and rolled under a shelf…my service dog went and got the ring, brought it to me and dropped it right in my hand. It was amazing! I didn’t have to ask anyone for help!” Click here to read the full story.
“Knoxville is an absolutely amazing service dog. In those situations when I don’t feel comfortable with my disability, Knox is there to make me feel more comfortable.” Click here to read the full story.
“When people see me in my wheelchair it’s hard for them to imagine that I can drive a horse let alone compete on an international level.” Click here to read the full story.
“Barbara and Marco have developed a special way of communicating. Their bond is incredible. Barbara will call Marco with clicks of her tongue and he knows that she is calling him. He will come to her and push his head under her arm so she can pet him. He knows how to position himself so Barbara can reach him.” Click here to read the full story.
It takes a distinct form of courage to take on a job called “Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician.” Especially while serving in the Marine Corps in Afghanistan. Charlie Linville, of Boise, is that kind of brave. Click here to read the full story.
