Developed in-house with collaboration with experts in the field, the patented CanineAlert™ Device uses biometric data, monitoring the wearer’s heartrate through wearable technology that wirelessly communicates with the service dog’s collar device.
Science and Research – The Impact of Service Dogs on Veterans Living With PTSD
February 1, 2024 •
Canine Companions partners with University of Arizona for a pivotal study on service dogs aiding veterans with PTSD, aiming to scientifically prove the benefits
A Look at the Family-wide Benefits of Service Dogs in Autism Care
January 4, 2024 •
A new study found that service dog placements enhanced and increased social connections for the family of autistic children as a whole, and decreased experiences of judgement and stigma.
Poorly Trained Service Dogs – The Impact on Trained Service Dog Teams
December 2, 2022 •
This white paper examines the impact of poorly trained dogs in public places on task-trained service dogs. Canine Companions spearheaded the collection of data from service dog users whose dogs were trained by Assistance Dogs International (ADI)-accredited training programs.
Wallis Annenberg PetSpace Leadership Institute Fellows Suggest Ways to Improve Selection and Performance of Working Dogs
May 13, 2021 •
Members of the Wallis Annenberg PetSpace Leadership Institute* published a paper this week entitled “Enhancing the Selection and Performance of Working Dogs”* in the international peer-reviewed journal, Frontiers in Veterinary Science.
VA Study Shows Service Dogs help Veterans with PTSD
March 12, 2021 •
The results of an important research study completed by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) shows significant benefits from service dogs for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
