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.
For nine-year-old Nika, she experienced an instant “sparkle” when she was matched with Service Dog Waverly earlier this year. Read more!
Proceeds from The Tales & Tails Gala allow us to empower more people with disabilities by partnering them with an expertly trained service dog – free of charge. From puppy to hero, Canine Companions leads with independence. And, you can give a helping paw to those who need it.
Fetch Me a Cocktail!
If you’re someone who enjoys a cocktail and a wagging tail at the same time, you might want to make a Tito’s Handmade Vodka purchase at an ABC Fine Wine & Spirits in October. Maybe make yourself a Greyhound (vodka and grapefruit juice)!
St. Francis Winery & Vineyards is making pup stops on their “Straight from the Vine” nationwide mobile tour.
Eukanuba, a leader in premium performance nutrition for sporting, working and service dogs, announced a $50,000 donation to long-time partner Canine Companions as it builds its Nelson Schulz Canine Health & Wellness Center, an expansion of the Jean and Charles Schulz Campus.
Behind the scenes, Haley Coomes produces newscasts you see on News 6 every day. But she plays another role behind the scenes as a volunteer puppy raiser for Canine Companions.
Canine Companions is proud to be a Pioneer Sponsor of the Runway of Dreams fashion show hosted by the Runway of Dreams Foundation. Learn more.
U.S. Marine Roger Rua embarks on a new journey with his service dog, Dixon, after a spinal cord injury and debilitating anxiety, panic attacks and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) from serving in Afghanistan.
The animated short, “Andy: A Dog’s Tale,” chronicles Andy’s journey to becoming a Canine Companions service dog, was directed by Jamy Wheless of Ignite Animation.
