Canine Companions, the largest provider of service dogs, received the 4th annual Raise Award for excellence in storytelling.
Canine Companions Receives 2021 Storyteller of the Year Award
September 14, 2021 •
September 2021 eNews
September 14, 2021 •
A Journey of 25 Years and Counting Sharon’s journey with Canine Companions started with a single dog bone and a letter her mom placed under their Christmas tree in the mid-1990s. Even after 25 years, she still hasn’t forgotten that…
A Canine Companions Journey: 25 Years and Counting
September 6, 2021 •
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.
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.
August 2021 eNews
August 13, 2021 •
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.
July 2021 eNews
July 16, 2021 •
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.
Red Roof Opens Its Heart to the Community Through Purpose Programs
July 9, 2021 •
“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.
June 2021 eNews
June 10, 2021 •
Canine Companions hit a major milestone this month – matching the 7,000th service dog team since our founding in 1975.
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® Partners with Wounded Warrior Project in Support of Veterans Program
June 8, 2021 •
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.
