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Texas A&M Supports Prison Puppy Raising Program
In Texas, college students and inmates of a local prison work together to train future Canine Companions service dogs.
Miller and Bahama
13-year-old Sacramento resident Miller, who has a rare neurodegenerative disease, received Skilled Companion Bahama free of charge last year. Bahama helps Miller be more confident in public, uses her skills to play therapeutic games with him, accompanies him to therapy appointments, hospital stays and more.
Chris and Nikko
The New Castle County Police Department welcomed expertly trained Facility Dog Nikko to their team in 2019. Nikko has made a paw-sitive impact in the New Castle community since his arrival.
Luke and Rummy
Nine years ago, Luke was in a snowboarding accident that left him with a spinal cord injury. Luke was left unable to walk and had to adjust to navigating life in a wheelchair. In 2019, Luke found his perfect match in Service Dog Rummy.
Luke and Ruff
Luke has Down Syndrome, creating cognitive and physical delays. Staying on task, speech and socialization are difficult for Luke. After being matched with Skilled Companion Ruff, Luke is making great strides. See how Ruff is making a huge impact in Luke’s life.
Austin and Thiago
US Navy Veteran Austin Parker was matched with Canine Companions Service Dog Thiago in August 2019. Thiago was raised by a student in the Collar Scholars club at Colorado State University.
Eight-year-old girl finds her perfect companion
Brooke was matched with Skilled Companion Zara in February 2019.
Shakti and Service Dog Ember
Yoga is well known for its benefits to the mind, body and spirit. But for Canine Companions graduate Shakti, it also led to service dog Ember. Click here to read the full story.
Hooray LuLu and Zuke!
LuLu is a smart, vivacious 7 year old who needs to stay active and exercise to help manage the progression of two rare genetic conditions. Skilled Companion Zuke is an expertly-trained assistance dog who helps LuLu move more and participate in the activities she enjoys most. Click here to read the full story.
