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Canine Companions’ National Partner St. Francis Winery Continues Their Support with Third Annual Campaign

April 18, 2023 • By Hayley Gordon

St. Francis Winery & Vineyards “For the Love of Dogs and Great Wine” campaign, supports Canine Companions. Every bottle of St. Francis wine purchased in the U.S. now through December 31, 2023, will result in a $1 donation, up to $100,000.

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Pittsburgh Viewers Greet Next PTL Pup on Canine Companions Puppy Cam

March 31, 2023 • By Emily Oliver

In a matter of weeks, service dog in training Roberto will make his first appearance on KDKA TV’s Pittsburgh Today Live.

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Celebrating National Puppy Day

March 30, 2023 • By Courtney Craig

Canine Companions celebrated puppies all month long, including a live puppy cam on March 23. Check out the highlights!

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2022 Jack Warnock Award Honoring Outstanding Volunteerism

March 3, 2023 • By Hayley Gordon

We are pleased to announce that Diesta Gundacker of Winter Park, Florida, has been awarded the Jack Warnock Award for 2022, along with five regional winners of this prestigious award.

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International Collaboration to Benefit Service Dog Users

February 15, 2023 • By Hayley Gordon

Service dogs and their partners all over the world are set to benefit from an exciting new collaboration announced between the two leading organizations for setting standards and accrediting service and guide dog training programs.

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All Is Bright: A Service Dog Carries on Christmas Traditions

January 24, 2023 • By Hayley Gordon

If Christmas is all about traditions, then one Midlothian man and his service dog will likely experience both this holiday season.

Isaac Schilling’s wish list is now complete, with yellow Labrador Winnie by his side to share in the festivities, continuing a nearly decade-old tradition of having a Canine Companions dog accompany him — not only to events such as special needs holiday parties – but throughout life itself.