Expertly-trained Facility Dog Edison will assist handler Sergeant Lori Duven during her work as a Victim Services Officer.
Canine Companions Facility Dog Edison joins Appleton Police Department
December 21, 2021 •
Clifford the Big Yellow Service Dog Makes a Difference to a Young Girl Thanks to Clifford the Big Red Dog Movie
November 8, 2021 •
Clifford the Big Red Dog is known for being a beloved best friend to a little girl named Emily. The massive dog’s antics keep everyone laughing. However, there’s another big dog with the same name that is a bit more mellow and helpful, but still a best friend – Clifford the Canine Companions service dog.
Canine Companions Receives 2021 Storyteller of the Year Award
September 14, 2021 •
Canine Companions, the largest provider of service dogs, received the 4th annual Raise Award for excellence in storytelling.
PAWS for Veterans Therapy Act Opens Doors for Servicemembers with PTSD
August 26, 2021 •
“The importance of the results of the study – and its impact on the PAWS for Veterans Therapy Act – cannot be understated,” says Canine Companions CEO Paige Mazzoni.
Walt Disney World Employee Turns a Promising Puppy into a Future Service Dog
July 13, 2021 •
Just like Mickey Mouse and Pluto are a dynamic duo, so are Walt Disney World Resort Tri-Circle- D Ranch Manager Robin Walker and Walt, her Canine Companions puppy.
Pensacola Blue Wahoos Teams Up With Canine Companions
June 25, 2021 •
Meet Watson an adorable black Labrador and Golden Retriever puppy from Canine Companions. He is now part of the regular lineup of the Pensacola Blue Wahoos and is sure to become a crowd-pleasing entity.
Empowering People With Disabilities Over 7,000 Times
June 8, 2021 •
As the first provider of service dogs in the nation, Canine Companions has been enhancing the independence of people with disabilities for nearly 46 years. The novelty of such work never wears off. After all, the impact of a transformative partnership between human and canine is unique and special no matter how many times it’s done – and Canine Companions has created a lot of perfect matches.
Canine Companions New Look, Same Exceptional Mission
May 18, 2021 •
Canine Companions®, the first and largest provider of service dogs for people with disabilities, has launched a new brand.
Hofstra Student Wins National Journalism Award for Canine Companions Feature
April 19, 2021 •
Congratulations to Hofstra University Broadcasting student Rachel Luscher, class of ’23, who recently placed in the top-10 in the Audio News and Features competition with her story about Canine Companions. “Hearst is one of the most prestigious student journalism competitions…
Canine Companions Facility Dog Joins Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital
April 2, 2021 •
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.