Available for Consideration
Before committing a specific dog to a campus, we require a meeting with our trainer to ensure that the dog is a perfect fit to meet the goals of the school.
Before committing a specific dog to a campus, we require a meeting with our trainer to ensure that the dog is a perfect fit to meet the goals of the school.
*Pending Placement*
Zeus is a big and handsome golden retriever/Pyrenees mix who lives to be pet, he knows no limits when it comes to being admired. He sometimes thinks he's a lapdog and loves to lean in for cuddles.
Waffles is a purpose bred labrador/golden retriever cross from Interquest CARES Michigan. He is outgoing, social and eternally joyful. He is staying with a foster family while also working formal training skills in a training rotation. We project he will be ready for a Winter/Spring 2023 placement.
Waffles is a purpose bred labrador/golden retriever cross from Interquest CARES Michigan. He is outgoing, social and eternally joyful. He is staying with a foster family while also working formal training skills in a training rotation. We project he will be ready for a Winter/Spring 2023 placement.
Comet is a fantastic young Labrador. He loves everyone he meets and his tail never stops wagging. He has a patient, calming energy and naturally draws you in. He is in our on-campus training rotation and will be ready for an early 2023 placement.
Bear is the sweetest golden retriever pup. We love his social nature and calming personality. Bear will be especially amazing in a one one one counseling setting. He is splitting time with an in home foster and our on-campus training rotation. We project will be ready for a late Spring 2023 placement.
Under Evaluation
Our puppies are raised in homes and exposed regularly to the school environment until they are ready to start formal training around 7-9 months of age. If at any time they are deemed unsuitable for the job for any reason, they are moved on to pet homes or a suitable career.
Our puppies are raised in homes and exposed regularly to the school environment until they are ready to start formal training around 7-9 months of age. If at any time they are deemed unsuitable for the job for any reason, they are moved on to pet homes or a suitable career.
Placed Dogs
Willow, Counseling Assistance at Melrose Area Public Schools, Melrose, Minnesota
"Willow has brought our students and staff so much love and joy! She has encouraged students to come to school when dealing with anxiety, has worked her magic of giving hugs when students have needed them and has opened the door for numerous students to finally share some of their struggles and uncomfortable feelings. Her calm demeanor welcomes all students and her silly side brings out laughs when we need them the most! Willow has made the toughest moments more manageable for all who interact with her." -Jennifer Nietfeld, Melrose School Social Worker.
"Willow has brought our students and staff so much love and joy! She has encouraged students to come to school when dealing with anxiety, has worked her magic of giving hugs when students have needed them and has opened the door for numerous students to finally share some of their struggles and uncomfortable feelings. Her calm demeanor welcomes all students and her silly side brings out laughs when we need them the most! Willow has made the toughest moments more manageable for all who interact with her." -Jennifer Nietfeld, Melrose School Social Worker.
Baxter, Speech Pathology/Counseling Assistance at Bell Manor Elementary, H-E-B ISD
"Baxter has given students who have difficulty reading extra confidence. He has increased positive behavior amongst our school by utilizing a reward system to earn time with him. It’s amazing to see how quickly he can turn a frown upside down with just his presence in the hallway during morning greeting." -Mckayla Morton, Speech Pathologist.
"Baxter has given students who have difficulty reading extra confidence. He has increased positive behavior amongst our school by utilizing a reward system to earn time with him. It’s amazing to see how quickly he can turn a frown upside down with just his presence in the hallway during morning greeting." -Mckayla Morton, Speech Pathologist.
CeCe, Counseling Assistance Dog at Cypress Creek High School, Cypress Fairbanks ISD
"CeCe has already been working wonders in the counseling office by helping students who struggle with depression and anxiety. The therapeutic benefits are AMAZING to watch as the demeanor of students change after having interaction with her."
Lenny, Counseling Assistance Dog at Black Elementary, Cypress Fairbanks ISD
"Lenny spends his days with our elementary students. He brings laughter and joy through rough times for our students and staff. He enjoys playing ball, sitting with students and being in the classroom all day. He truly thinks every day is "the best day ever!!" -Kyla Mote, Principal, Black Elementary
Trixie, Library/Bibliotherapy Dog at Copeland Elementary, Cypress Fairbanks ISD
“We absolutely love having Trixie here at Copeland,” said Ann Melancon, Copeland principal. “She has made such a difference in the short time we have had her. Student readers have gained confidence and she is a true comfort dog to students who are upset. Trixie is an integral part of our school library program as well.”
“We absolutely love having Trixie here at Copeland,” said Ann Melancon, Copeland principal. “She has made such a difference in the short time we have had her. Student readers have gained confidence and she is a true comfort dog to students who are upset. Trixie is an integral part of our school library program as well.”
Skye, Counseling Assistance Dog at Walker Elementary, Cypress Fairbanks ISD
“Having Skye on campus has already had more of a benefit than we could have even imagined,” Taylor said. “For example, a fifth grade student was learning how to pet Skye during our training and the student said ‘The first time I met Skye I was sad, but after spending a few minutes with her I was happy.’ That’s exactly why Skye is here: to help lift the mood and help us do what we’re here to do.”
“Having Skye on campus has already had more of a benefit than we could have even imagined,” Taylor said. “For example, a fifth grade student was learning how to pet Skye during our training and the student said ‘The first time I met Skye I was sad, but after spending a few minutes with her I was happy.’ That’s exactly why Skye is here: to help lift the mood and help us do what we’re here to do.”