Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin donated a portion of the Governor’s salary to Canine Companions, an organization that pairs service dogs with people and facilities to support independent and healthy living.
A Life-Changing Service Dog for a Veteran in Need
November 7, 2023 •
Service Dog Deen really helps with anxiety interruption, having confidence to go into public, and not just avoiding those situations because of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Service dog Radcliff helps Seaford man in his everyday life
September 27, 2023 •
Brian Bard of Seaford was recently matched with Canine Companions service dog Radcliff. “Radcliff is happy to be with me and he’s happy to work! “
2023 August National Graduation Day – New Canine Companions Service Dogs to Graduate
July 17, 2023 •
On Friday, August 11, 2023, more Labrador and Golden Retriever crosses will graduate to start their destined careers as service dogs. Graduation ceremonies are held at each of our six regions across the country – in California, Florida, New York, Ohio and Texas.
Westhampton Beach Middle School Welcomes Canine Companions Dog ‘Oric’!
June 14, 2023 •
Two years ago, while working as a therapist at Camp Good Grief- a summer camp for kids dealing with the loss of a loved one, Kate Swezey learned about Canine Companions. Before long, she was filling out an application for a facility dog!
Meet Scooby II
June 14, 2023 •
The 22nd service dog raised by Delaware man starts the day greeting 617 children.
Canine Companions Service Dog Justin Receives a Diploma From Seton Hall University!
June 13, 2023 •
In May 2023, Canine Companions graduate Grace and service dog, Justin graduated as one team from Seton Hall University in New Jersey!
A U.S. Army Veteran’s Lifeline
June 10, 2023 •
In the midst of a chaotic time in the world, Tarik, an Army soldier stationed in Europe, found himself facing stressors that were quickly becoming unmanageable.
All Is Bright: A Service Dog Carries on Christmas Traditions
January 24, 2023 •
If Christmas is all about traditions, then one Midlothian man and his service dog will likely experience both this holiday season.
Isaac Schilling’s wish list is now complete, with yellow Labrador Winnie by his side to share in the festivities, continuing a nearly decade-old tradition of having a Canine Companions dog accompany him — not only to events such as special needs holiday parties – but throughout life itself.
Denise Michaels Joins Canine Companions Northeast Advisory Board
December 8, 2022 •
Canine Companions announced veteran public strategist Denise Michaels is joining the nonprofit’s Northeast Region advisory board.