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 to begin their new life with a person in need, free of charge.
Congrats grads!
To see photos from the day follow the following links:
2014 Spring Graduates
- Angie Dick & Diabetes Assist Dog Bubba
- Karen Glander & Mobility Assist Dog Erma
- Robert Elsenpeter & Mobility Assist Dog Herbie
- Jonathan Prenevost & Autism Assist Dog Duncan
- Julia Rogne & Autism Assist Dog Ivy
- Gail Anderson & Mobility Assist Dog Roger
- Preston Laase & Autism Assist Dog Kona
- Julie Thibado & Mobility Assist Dog Lilly
- Joanne Kenyon & Diabetes Assist Dog Ferris
- Nicole Taras & Mobility Assist Dog KC
- Lu Ommen & Diabetes Assist Dog Gilbert
- Eva Reed & Mobility Assist Dog Gypsy
- Sandie Johnson & Diabetes Assist Dog Doug
- Shawn Calzaretta & Mobility Assist Dog Hobbs
- Jeanne Kerans & Combination Skills Dog Gamble
- Angela Johnson & Mobility Assist Dog Kelly
- Bob Donner & Mobility Assist Dog Breck