Canine Companions Facility Dog Squid and his handler, Leslie Grissim will be featured as part of “Dolly Parton’s Pet Gala,” airing on CBS on February 21.
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Canine Companions Facility Dog Squid and his handler, Leslie Grissim will be featured as part of “Dolly Parton’s Pet Gala,” airing on CBS on February 21.
Watch as fifty-eight service dogs and facility dogs graduate from training February 9, paired to provide greater independence to people with disabilities.
Lee Health welcomes its newest furry team member, Fitzgerald III, who works at Gulf Coast Medical Center as its first facility dog. Read more!
Two years ago, while working as a therapist at Camp Good Grief- a summer camp for kids dealing with the loss of a loved one, Kate Swezey learned about Canine Companions. Before long, she was filling out an application for a facility dog!
Facility Dog Brisket joins the Glendale Police Department.
September is National Service Dog Month – a time to celebrate service dogs and the great work they do for people with disabilities. Canine Companions created the concept of service dogs nearly 50 years ago.
Peru, a golden retriever, works with therapists to support patients through recovery.
Motivation and support can come in many forms, including a cold nose and warm heart, as John Hopkins All Children’s Hospital welcomed a Canine Companions for Independence facility dog to their team.
Brea an expertly trained 2-year-old dog provides comfort and support and serves as a friendly distraction for children during procedures and throughout their hospitalization.
Canine Companions Facility Dog Rumba joins South Bay children’s therapy clinic.