The Companion Edition | Spring 2024
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Providing expertly trained service dogs to empower children, adults and veterans with disabilities - free of charge.
Teaming Up With JJ
Sam David is an active 16-year-old with a bustling family. He also lives with spina bifida and uses a manual wheelchair to get around. Sam David’s days are packed with homeschooling and adaptive sports – especially basketball, at which he excels. A sweet and happy service dog named JJ was matched as Sam David’s new wingman, his tail wagging full speed when the pair met. JJ is the perfect teammate, ready to help Sam David pick up hard-to-reach items throughout the day, assist with chores and open doors at home and in public. Sam David and JJ recently attended their first basketball tournament - a big step for the new team. Read the full story.
Every Day is Puppy Day!
National Puppy Day is recognized annually on March 23, but at Canine Companions, we honor future service dogs all year long! Get involved and celebrate the future of these furry heroes and the positive impact they make on the lives of people with disabilities!” Learn how and get involved.
Investing in Independence
When Katie and Thad Seymour first learned about service dogs from a neighbor, the desire to give others increased independence stuck with them. In 2012, the family chose to volunteer their time and resources with Canine Companions because of the quality of our puppy raising program.?Read their full story.
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Serving With Brisket
The Glendale Police Department’s latest addition, Brisket, a facility dog sponsored by the Los Angeles Chargers, is dedicated to helping those in need. Working alongside Civilian Police Service Officer Amy at community events, Brisket’s role is to offer support to individuals in crisis and provide unconditional love. Read more about their special relationship.
Dog Lovers Unite at DogFest 2023
DogFest Success Because of friends like you, our 2023 DogFest season was a tail waggin’ good time, raising over $1,550,000 nationwide! Each year, DogFest brings communities together, two-legged and four-legged alike, in a celebration that goes beyond fun — it changes lives. We’ve seen joy, independence and new beginnings, all thanks to you. See a list of upcoming DogFests near you!