Honoring Tommy Lasorda

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The entire Canine Companions community expresses our heartfelt condolences in the loss of a true icon, Tommy Lasorda.

three people with Canine Companions service dog

January 2021 eNews

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In 2020, Nick Antlitz was matched with Canine Companions® Service Dog Zach. The two have been inseparable ever since as Nick’s independence has soared.

Canceled and Postponed Events due to COVID-19 Training Center

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For precautionary reasons related to the coronavirus (COVID-19), some upcoming events have been postponed. As a non-profit organization that relies 100% on fundraising and private donations, it is our hope that you will continue to fundraise and donate. Thank you…

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Luke and Rummy

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Nine years ago, Luke was in a snowboarding accident that left him with a spinal cord injury. Luke was left unable to walk and had to adjust to navigating life in a wheelchair. In 2019, Luke found his perfect match in Service Dog Rummy.

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Hooray LuLu and Zuke!

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LuLu is a smart, vivacious 7 year old who needs to stay active and exercise to help manage the progression of two rare genetic conditions. Skilled Companion Zuke is an expertly-trained assistance dog who helps LuLu move more and participate in the activities she enjoys most. Click here to read the full story.

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We’re Just Mad About Ruth

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At the Jean and Charles Schulz Campus in Santa Rosa, California, Thursday is also known as “Ruth Day.” Staff and dogs alike listen for the sounds of Canine Companions volunteer Ruth, her voice rising over the buzz of a Dremel tool as she travels from office to office throughout the morning giving puppies and dogs their weekly nail care. Click here to read the full story.