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Throughout the year, we plan a variety of inspiring events that highlight the work we do.
Graduations – Events held in February/March, June and October to recognize several of the newly formed partnerships of an assistance dog and a person with a disability.
Open Houses – Quarterly presentations for those who would like to learn more about Can Do Canines.
The Fetching Ball Gala – A wonderful evening held each winter, celebrating Can Do Canines.
Can Do Woofaroo – Our family-fun festival is held in September and includes a variety of exciting activities.
We invite you to join us at one of our upcoming events. Click on a listing to view more details.
Through a self-guided tour, attendees will be able to watch a trainer working with an assistance dog, talk with a Puppy Program volunteer, and meet graduate teams from each of the five types of areas Can Do Canines trains dogs: hearing, mobility, seizure, diabetes and childhood autism. No pre-registration is needed.
Can Do Canines superhero dogs-in-training are excited to get to work, but we need your help to make sure they keep their capes! Your donation will ensure that we can continue to train these amazing dogs who are eager to start saving the day as their human partner's superhero. Give to the Max is a statewide outpouring of support for thousands of nonprofits and schools across Minnesota. Give to the Max Day 2021 is November 18, but we have matching funds available now, thanks to the Fred C. and Katherine B. Andersen Foundation and an anonymous donor. Plus, if you donate $100 or more, …
We will be hosting an open house on Saturday, February 5, from Noon-2 p.m., at our campus. Potential clients, volunteers, or anyone who might be interested in supporting the organization is invited to attend to learn how an assistance dog changes the life of a person with a disability. We are especially excited to offer this open house, because there is currently a minimal wait list for some types of assistance dogs. All Can Do Canines dogs are provided to clients free of charge. There is no pre-registration for this event, so please join us on February 5. Take a …
Enjoy dinner, entertainment, games and silent and live auctions—all benefitting our organization.
On Thursday, April 21, at 7 p.m., Executive Director Jeff Johnson will host a virtual conversation via Zoom. Director of Training Julianne Larsen will join Jeff to share how we have begun training both facility dogs and skilled home companions and what these new approaches mean. She and Jeff will gladly answer questions and provide information not only on these concepts but also on other organizational news. Please register ahead of time for this virtual session. Once you do, you'll receive the link to join the conversation on the 21st. Both closed captioning and a live ASL interpreter will be …
Treasure Island Resort & Casino has generously selected us as their April Charity of the Month. Join us there for an exciting, free event, Gaming for Good, Sunday, April 24, between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Gaming for Good presentations, including a special welcome from Executive Director Jeff Johnson, a client speaker, a heartwarming video and an assistance dog demonstration, are at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. in Treasure Island's "Full Deck" space. Throughout the day, take part in family-friendly activities, such as making dog enrichment toys, coloring dog-themed costume masks and observing puppy training classes. Plus, you'll receive discount …
We will be hosting an open house on Saturday, May 21, from Noon-2 p.m., at our campus. Potential clients, volunteers, or anyone who might be interested in supporting the organization is invited to attend to learn how an assistance dog changes the life of a person with a disability. We are especially excited to offer this open house, because there is currently a minimal wait list for some types of assistance dogs. All Can Do Canines dogs are provided to clients free of charge. There is no pre-registration for this event, so please join us on May 21. You will …
We will be hosting an open house on Thursday, August 4, from 6-8p.m., at our campus. Potential clients, volunteers, or anyone who might be interested in supporting the organization is invited to attend to learn how an assistance dog changes the life of a person with a disability. There is no pre-registration for this event, so please join us on August 4. You will be asked to share some contact information at our registration table, upon arrival. Take a virtual tour of our campus. Through a self-guided tour, attendees can: Watch a trainer demonstrate some general skills an assistance dog …
Bring your friends and well-behaved dogs and join us at the Can Do Woofaroo—a one-mile walk and festival that benefits Can Do Canines!
Join us for a Zoom virtual conversation on Monday, October 17, at 7 p.m. Executive Director Jeff Johnson will share some updates and insights, and then our Kennel Manager, Katie Rickert, will present what a typical day in our kennel area is like. You won't want to miss hearing about some of the unique practices that take place with our dogs. You can submit a question for Jeff and/or Katie to address during the one-hour session. If you sign up, we'll send you a reminder email on the morning of the conversation. Both closed captioning and a live ASL interpreter …
We will be hosting an open house on Saturday, November 12, from noon to 2 p.m., at our campus. Potential clients, volunteers, or anyone who might be interested in supporting the organization is invited to attend to learn how an assistance dog changes the life of a person with a disability. There is no pre-registration for this event, so please join us on November 12. You will be asked to share some contact information at our registration table, upon arrival. Take a virtual tour of our campus. Through a self-guided tour, attendees can: Watch a trainer demonstrate some general skills …
Please consider supporting us during this annual Minnesota fundraising campaign. Your donation will be matched, dollar for dollar, thanks to Max Kepler, the Minnesota Twins Community Fund, the Fred C. and Katherine B. Andersen Foundation, and Steve Kittay. If you haven't seen Max's video about this yet, you'll want to check it out. Watch video and donate.
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