Science and Technology Articles
Learn more about the science and technology we use to develop healthy and strong assistance dogs.
Research Honor from University of Arizona
The College of Veterinary Medicine celebrated the selection of Canine Companions for the Distinguished Partner in Research award.
Canine Companions Featured on Science Podcast Discussing Research Behind Improving Service Dog Development
Dr. Brenda Kennedy, our chief veterinary and research officer, along with Dr. Emily Bray professor at the College of Veterinary Medicine at University of Arizona, were featured in an article and podcast on Science in February.
CanineAlert™: New Patented Wearable Technology Provides Support to People with Disabilities
Developed in-house with collaboration with experts in the field, the patented CanineAlert™ Device uses biometric data, monitoring the wearer’s heartrate through wearable technology that wirelessly communicates with the service dog’s collar device.
Science and Research – The Impact of Service Dogs on Veterans Living With PTSD
Canine Companions partners with University of Arizona for a pivotal study on service dogs aiding veterans with PTSD, aiming to scientifically prove the benefits
A Look at the Family-wide Benefits of Service Dogs in Autism Care
A new study found that service dog placements enhanced and increased social connections for the family of autistic children as a whole, and decreased experiences of judgement and stigma.
A Look at the Family-wide Benefits of Service Dogs in Autism Care – Part 2
A new study found that service dog placements enhanced and increased social connections for the family of autistic children as a whole, and decreased experiences of judgement and stigma.
Poorly Trained Service Dogs – The Impact on Trained Service Dog Teams
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.
The Right Supplements for Pregnant Dogs Helps Puppies Become Service Dogs
Giving pregnant dogs supplements high in DHA helps increase the rate that a dam’s puppies go on to become service dogs.
Catch Canine Companions on National Geographic’s “The World According to Jeff Goldblum” on Disney+
Learn about Canine Companions service dogs that are featured on National Geographic’s “The World According to Jeff Goldblum” season 2 streaming on Disney+.
Wallis Annenberg PetSpace Leadership Institute Fellows Suggest Ways to Improve Selection and Performance of Working Dogs
Members of the Wallis Annenberg PetSpace Leadership Institute* published a paper this week entitled “Enhancing the Selection and Performance of Working Dogs”* in the international peer-reviewed journal, Frontiers in Veterinary Science.