In over a dozen correctional facilities across the nation, puppies are paired with inmates in Canine Companions for Independence’s prison program. It all started 20 years ago at Coffee Creek Correctional Facility in Wilsonville, Oregon. There are now programs at locations in 9 states. The prison program is a success for the dogs, as well […]
UPDATE: The Pick Pocket Pouch for storing dog tags is no longer being produced by the manufacturer; therefore, are no longer available for purchase. You may be able to find something similar by searching Etsy.com. Noisy dog tags I don’t know about you, but I can’t stand the constant jingling of tags hanging from my […]
Canine Companions for Independence is a non-profit organization that depends on business sponsors, fundraisers, grants and donations.
As the day approaches for me to “hand over the leash,” I reflect on the reasons I, and others, puppy raise for Canine Companions for Independence. It’s not a simple answer. But, then, it is. For me, I love dogs. I really love dogs. I have a college degree in Veterinary Technology but ended up […]
“Let’s Go”: This command is used by Canine Companions for Independence to tell a dog to walk on a loose leash at their handler’s side, without pulling ahead or lagging behind. I just started to learn the “Let’s Go” command this week. Sarah says I’m doing very well, so far. To perform the command perfectly, […]
Friday-Wednesday It has been quite a crazy ride the last 10 days! It all started a week ago, Friday, when our Breeder Caretaker took all of my brothers, sisters and me to the Early Development Center at Canine Companions for Independence Headquarters in Santa Rosa, CA. It was time to leave our Mama Margie. It […]
