When a Can Do Canine doesn’t quite work out as planned, we don’t say the dog “wasn’t the right fit” or “washed out;” we prefer to say the dog has had a “career change.” This was indeed the case for Avett, a 4 year-old Great Pyrenees mix. Despite learning at incredible speeds and almost completing her certification, becoming a Can Do Canine just wasn’t in the cards. But this didn’t stop her from continuing to sniff out a way to help people with disabilities … this time as a therapy dog. Avett’s assistance dog journey began in 2010 when she …
Archives for May 2014
Can Do Canines Charity Review Council “Approved”
Can Do Canines is proud to announce that we have been once again certified for accountability and re-awarded the Charities Review Council “Meets All Standards” Seal. The Certification and Seal indicates that Can Do Canines meet all twenty-seven of the Council’s Accountability Standards. Nonprofit organizations earn the Seal by voluntarily participating in the Council’s online Accountability Wizard. The Accountability Wizard addresses a nonprofit organization’s performance in four critical areas: Public Disclosure, Governance, Financial Activity and Fundraising. By participating in the process, nonprofit organizations demonstrate responsibility, integrity and transparency to their constituents. Can Do Canines will be once again listed as …
Congrats 2014 Spring Graduates!
Congratulations to the 17 Can Do Canines teams who received diplomas in recognition of graduating from Can Do Canines assistance dog program. The Graduation took place on Saturday, May 17 at Can Do Canines facility in New Hope, Minnesota. The Graduation Ceremony represents the culmination of a long journey for the assistance dogs and their partners. Beginning with puppy raisers, either in the homes of volunteers or at one of three Minnesota prisons, the dogs are reared and taught basic obedience and early assistance dog skills. After 18 months, they are returned to Can Do Canines for final training and …
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