Sharon Heyer’s journey with Canine Companions started 25 years ago when her mom applied for a service dog on her behalf. Over the years, her service dogs has transformed her life and enriched her independence.
“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.
With an adorable name like Tortilla, it’s easy to underestimate what this service dog means to Arash Bayatmakou. After injuring his spine from a fall in 2012, Arash’s life changed dramatically, but he never wavered from his passion for the outdoors. With Tortilla expertly trained in 45 commands, he enhances Arash’s independence and confidence.
Kearria is the definition of resilience. Senseless gun violence turned her life upside down during spring break, resulting in Kearria having to re-learn how to walk and speak again.
“Doing good for our guests and the communities we serve is a mandate at Red Roof,” said Edelyn Parker-Frye, director, brand events, communications and partnerships, Red Roof.
Canine Companions hit a major milestone this month – matching the 7,000th service dog team since our founding in 1975.
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® announced its partnership with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) in the summer of 2020, with WWP providing a generous grant in support of Canine Companions’ Veterans Initiative.
One in four Americans have a disability and this summer, from June 1 – July 31, Red Roof® will donate 5% of proceeds to Canine Companions®.
Canine Companions®, the first and largest provider of service dogs for people with disabilities, has launched a new brand.
