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We are proud to share that one of our puppies has arrived safely in Greece! ???? Thanks to our partnership with Liberty Guide Dogs, this little hero will continue to be trained there as a guide dog for the blind. ???We would like to thank our maternity family and temporary foster family immensely for their loving care and commitment. Thanks to you guys, he got a great start and is all set for this great adventure. ???? We wish this little world traveller all the best in his new homeland and look forward to seeing how he will soon make a difference in the life of someone. ??

Thanks to our amazing maternity family for Fleury, we’ve found a?godparent for our sweet mom-to-be:?E-T-A Engineering Technology! ???? With their support, we can provide Fleury with everything she needs: special food, daily care, medical check-ups, and screenings. We are incredibly grateful for this heartfelt gesture. ??? The puppies are expected right after New Year, and we can’t wait to welcome them into the world! ???? Follow us for updates and adorable puppy pictures from our maternity family. ?? Would you also like to become a godparent for one of our dogs? Contact us – together, we can make a difference! ?? #nonprofitorganisation #breedingprogram #godparent

Last month, we were fortunate to participate in the Pawsome wellbeing event, organized by our colleagues at the Pfizer Clinical Research Unit (PCRU) in Brussels. ?? The stories from our guests about assistance dogs for people with various disabilities deeply touched us. ??? We would like to sincerely thank Pfizer PCRU for this wonderful opportunity and their commitment to our work! ???? Does your organization also want to learn more about assistance dogs and the work of our non-profit organisation? We would be happy to visit and present our mission and our dogs! Feel free to send us a message. ??? #events #assistancedogs

?? Hip dysplasia remains a common, debilitating, and painful condition in many dog breeds ????, and it is one of the leading reasons why assistance dogs are rejected and unable to complete their training. Unfortunately, this contributes to long waiting times for people who urgently need an assistance dog – that can make a world of difference for them. That’s why we are thrilled to share that the Laboratory of Animal Genetics at the Universiteit Gent has recently published a groundbreaking study on the use of the laxity technique in breeding programs for assistance dogs. The results are incredible: by combining this accessible in-house technique with traditional radiographs, hip dysplasia in assistance dogs was practically eradicated! ?? This is a huge step forward in improving the health of future generations of our beloved four-legged friends.????

???? World Animal Day is the perfect day to celebrate our amazing moms! ?? Today, we honor our Purpose Dogs, the dogs who make a difference in people’s lives every single day. ???? Their unconditional love and dedication are invaluable, and today we take a moment to appreciate them even more. A big thank you to ALL the wonderful four-legged friends who inspire us and make our lives better. You are the real stars today! ??? Photo description: the three generations from left to right – Nova, Cava, and Iota. #worldanimalday

?? Bob, our vice-chairman at Purpose Dogs, was recently in Tokyo to give a lecture on TCI (Transcervical Insemination). He took the opportunity to visit the Japan Guide Dog Association training center in Kanagawa and spent valuable time with friends and colleagues. During the visit, everything revolved around well-being, reproduction, and friendship! ???? Who knows, we might even collaborate with this wonderful organization in the future. ?? #nonprofitorganisation #breedingprogram #collaboration

Did you know that Purpose Dogs collaborates with the breeding center of?The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association?in the United Kingdom? ?? Thanks to our partnership, puppies with British roots are regularly born. ???? This time, our Iota traveled there to meet Carlo. It was a fruitful visit and we can soon expect a beautiful litter! ????

?? Did you know that one of our beloved mother animals, now long retired, spends her days as a service dog for her own owner? Be moved by Liesbeth's touching story: 'How life sometimes takes unexpected turns'. ?? Jada fulfilled not one, but two unforgettable roles in her life - as a nurturing mother dog and as a faithful assistance dog. Discover the remarkable story now on our website and be captivated by the emotions of this incredible duo.??? https://lnkd.in/efeR-nDs #testimony #assistancedog #purposedogs #itsinourDNA

?? We are thrilled to announce our new sponsor for Purpose Dogs: Hewlett Packard Enterprise! Their support means a lot to us and will help us continue our mission of delivering healthy assistance dogs, making a difference in people's lives. ?????? Is your company also interested in sponsoring Purpose Dogs? Contact us quickly. ?? Thank you, HPE, for believing in our organization! Together, we can make an even bigger difference! ???? #HPE #Sponsorship?