Join us for an event filled with inspiring stories, lively entertainment, delightful cusisine and drinks and a great silent and live auction.
Independence is Golden Gala
December 10, 2024 •
Canine Companions Celebrates the Placement of Its 8,000th Service Dog Team
August 6, 2024 •
Canine Companions Graduation Ceremony on August 9th will mark an exciting milestone for Canine Companions. During the graduation, where clients are paired with their service dogs, they’ll place their 8,000th service dog team.
Welcome Cathy Rodgers – Southeast Region’s New Executive Director
July 25, 2024 •
Canine Companions welcomes Cathy Rodgers as the new executive director of the Southeast Region training center.
Canine Companions leads with love as new partnerships form nationwide
January 31, 2024 •
Watch as fifty-eight service dogs and facility dogs graduate from training February 9, paired to provide greater independence to people with disabilities.
In Honor of Apex
January 25, 2024 •
CARY, NC – Margot Bennett, a dedicated volunteer puppy raiser for Canine Companions, is setting up a fund in honor of her late service dog in training, Apex. Apex, a yellow lab golden cross, tragically passed away at only five months of age on November 22, 2023.
Lee Health Welcomes First Facility Dog
January 23, 2024 •
Lee Health welcomes its newest furry team member, Fitzgerald III, who works at Gulf Coast Medical Center as its first facility dog. Read more!
Canine Companions Attends Georgia Aquarium’s Gold Certification Ceremony
November 22, 2023 •
Canine Companions was invited to Atlanta, Georgia to help celebrate the Georgia Aquarium’s newest achievement as the first Gold Certified Organization, recognized by WheelChariot.
Noah and Service Dog Schooner Featured in Auburn University Article
September 29, 2023 •
For senior journalism major Noah Griffith, his 2-year-old Black Labrador-Golden Retriever mix Schooner is a boost on both the physical and social fronts.
Pensacola Ice Flyers Announce New Puppy
August 22, 2023 •
The Pensacola Ice Flyers announced today the addition of a new team pup, a future service dog that they have named Buccella, and their recommitment to the nonprofit organization Canine Companions for the 2023-24 season. The Ice Flyers’ second team puppy’s name pays homage to the late Dan “Bucky” Buccella, one of the most beloved players in the history of Pensacola hockey.
Welcome Rich Mallow – Southeast Region’s New Executive Director
July 28, 2023 •
Canine Companions welcomes Rich Mallow as new executive director of the Southeast Region training center.
