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Introducing Joy

May 12, 2020

CPS found Joy through a partnership between themselves, Victim Services of SDG&A and Koala Place. Joy has undergone extensive training to provide physical, social and emotional support for those she interacts with, particularly those who have undergone stress or trauma. Property/Exhibit Manager and Quartermaster for the CPS, Danielle Lauzon has been Joy’s handler since 2019 […]

Missing Service Dog Reunited

May 12, 2020

On Thursday we brought you the story of a veteran’s service dog who had gone missing and was found four days later with gunshot wounds. The dog survived and was reunited with his owner this weekend. For local veteran Tony Eadus, his dog Lucca, is more than just a pet. “Lucca just keeps me calm […]

Therapy Dogs Helping

May 11, 2020

Our friends at the National Dog Show shared this with us. This picture from Heel2Heal Therapy Dogs in Florida made the national news and went viral in the early stages of the national initiative to battle Covid19. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel in the top row “Are” photo is a member of the Philadelphia-based National Dog […]

Service Dog Running For Hero Dog Of The Year

May 11, 2020

Some have four legs, fur, and help veterans. Meet Nick: Nick was paired with Jody, a veteran of the United States Army and Navy in January 2019. Jody suffers from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Nick, his service dog, helps him mitigate the symptoms. Nick was raised, trained, and donated by Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, […]

Having A New Dog In Your Home

May 11, 2020

As a dog lover, you probably treat your pet like a member of the family, or maybe they’re the only roommate you’ve got. Your canine friend provides good company, but for this to happen, you have to take care of them. This means you should provide for both their emotional and physical needs. Before bringing a […]

Lucy Hales Emotional Support Dog

May 11, 2020

Lucy Hale believes she knew her dog Elvis in a previous life because they are “entirely too connected”. The Pretty Little Liars star adopted the Maltipoo in June 2016 and the canine has become so famous that he even has his own Instagram account. And in an “Ask Me Anything” video interview with Elle U.S., […]

Coast Guard Mascot

May 11, 2020

A beloved member of the U.S. Coast Guard’s St. Ignace crew has advanced in the ranks thanks to her loyalty and good work. Onyx, a 13-year-old black Labrador retriever, received a shiny new pin — a gold anchor with a gold star — denoting her advancement to Senior Chief Petty “Pawfficer” for her service as […]

RCMP Service Dog

May 11, 2020

There was no time to ask Dr. Bonnie Henry for a special exemption from social distancing as police service dog Griff caught a suspect in the middle of a break and enter at a ranger station at the Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park. “On May 2, Griff was conducting foot patrols with his Integrated Police Dog […]

Activities For You And Your Pet

May 11, 2020

It’s no secret that pets provide love, loyalty and affection. This is even more apparent now that you’re spending more time at home with them. In fact, according to the 2020 Purina Pet Ownership Survey, 94% of pet owners rely on their pet for emotional support, which is particularly important during times of uncertainty. You […]

Canine Therapy Visits

May 11, 2020

There is nothing like a big smooch, gentle touch or a wet nose nuzzle with a happy dog. But social distancing rules, due to the impact of COVID-19, has created a barrier between those in need of canine therapy visits and those special pups that can give them a little TLC. Recognizing the need for […]