A young man hugs his service dog with his mother standing behind

All Is Bright: A Service Dog Carries on Christmas Traditions

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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.

two people sitting with dog wearing a vest

Floranne’s Journey to Become a Service Dog

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In 2022, News 6 was at the Southeast Region capturing the bittersweet moment for Haley Coomes and her husband, Jamie, as they turned over Floranne’s leash to Canine Companions for professional training.