Can Do Canines Assistance Dogs

This summer, black Lab Kirby spent an afternoon showing off his skills for Max Kepler of the Minnesota Twins. Fast-forward to today, where Kirby is now a Mobility Assist Dog for an individual with a disability. He uses his specially trained skills to give the individual freedom, independence, and peace of mind. In celebration, we have a special opportunity: every donation made to us by November 21 for Give to the Max Day will be matched dollar for dollar. Donate now at https://can-do.link/GTMD. And there's more! Donate $100 or more and get a chance to name one of our adorable Poodle puppies arriving at Can Do Canines. ?? The winning name will be announced on November 22. Let's make a difference together!

Can Do Canines relies primarily on individual contributions to provide specially-trained assistance dogs to people with disabilities, free of charge. Each assistance dog trained, on average, costs $45,000. If you would like to learn more about the impact your gift made last year, you can view the 2023 Annual Gratitude Report. https://lnkd.in/gEtK4Wts.

Sure, you probably know not to pet a?#servicedog?when you see one in public. #AssistanceDogEtiquette goes beyond that, though. #CanDoCanines

We're currently hiring for several open positions at Can Do Canines. Explore these unique roles by visiting our careers page ??https://lnkd.in/gcWuyDkU. #ServiceDogTraining #CanDoCanines #HiringNow

We have?some staff celebrating special milestones this?year! ?? A huge shoutout to our dedicated team members marking these work anniversaries with us. Your commitment and passion have played a key role in our success. Thank you for all that you do! Here's to many more years of success and achievements together. #TeamAppreciation #MilestoneCelebration #EmployeeRecognition

Our Can Do Woofaroo fundraising walk and family-fun event is coming up quickly. It will be held on Saturday, September 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Follow our emcee, KARE 11's Lauren Lauren Leamanczyk, and get inspired for this can't-miss event! Visit candocanines.org/woofaroo for more details!

Can Do Canines is pleased to welcome Dan Garry as our new Director of Finance and Operations! Dan comes to us after serving eight years as the CFO and Vice President of Operations at the University of Minnesota Alumni Association. Prior to that, Dan was with Ronald McDonald House Charities and has worked in non-profit administration for over 30 years. He earned a B.A. in Business Management from St. Mary’s University and has an MBA with an emphasis in nonprofit management from Metro State University. He is a member of the Alumni Business Managers Association and a past president of the Association of Parish Business Administrators.

To celebrate #DisabilityPrideMonth we asked a few of our teams what Disability Pride Month means to them.

Sometimes, it's hard to step away from work when your office is at home. In this week's Tails & Testimonials video, Heather and Elizabeth share how having Can Do Canines in their home keeps them active and engaged in a cause they care about.

We're excited to announce that Emily Sheehan recently joined Can Do Canines as our first Human Resources Coordinator! Emily has a bachelor's degree in business from Bethel University and a master's degree in human resources and industrial relations from the University of Minnesota. She has held a variety of HR generalist positions in several industries, including technology, medical devices, healthcare, and nonprofits. She is excited to bring her HR experience and love of animals to further?the mission of Can Do Canines.