Bailey with Jaxon

Bailey with my son whom is autistic she is a great protector and companion for him. We are so grateful to have her. She is gentle and kind.

Sven sullivan 2020

Having Sven has made my life so much easier ! With the amount of anxiety I have I couldn’t ask for a better dog! He has saved my life in so many occasions in forever grateful for him coming into my life

Tessa after swimming

First time Tessa ever went swimming since being adopted from Texas. She now loves the beach and swimming in the lakes and ocean.

Rudolph The Doberman

Rudolph the Doberman. Dog property of Shay. January 4th, 2021 updated!

Rudolph is an official service dog and has all the official documentation listed in this account.

Lilly Valentine Johnson

Lilly Johnson Miniature Dachshund. Service animal. Lilly is most comfortable on owners lap. Travels well. Well trained.

Fur baby chiko

😎😎💯💯🔥🔥My fur baby 🐕🐕🏡🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳

Day I met gidget for the first time.

This is the day I met gidget for the first time. She reacted perfectly when I had a seizure even though she had only just met me.

Journey The Service Dog

Several weeks ago, News Center 7 introduced you to a woman named Dottie Podiak, who’s service dog in training, Fate, died after ingesting rat poison.

Podiak was worried that her current service dog, Blessing, was getting too old to help train another dog before he passed. However, that changed Tuesday when Podiak got to meet her new service dog in training.

A few weeks ago, Podiak, who is deaf, was at a loss as to what she should do after her service dog, Fate, tragically passed. Fate has been training with Podiak’s current service dog, Blessing, for three years and was getting ready to take over the reigns when Fate somehow ingested rat poison.

She wasn’t sure if she would ever find another service dog that she could not only afford, but also have trained in time for Blessing to retire. That is until Shannon Hous, owner of Crafted Canines, came long.

Hous said, “We went to WHIO and saw the story and were blown away.”

Crafted Canines was started by Hous because she wanted to help people like Podiak and experience more moments.

“Super emotional for me. Anytime we can give a puppy and see that reaction, makes me feel like we’re doing the right thing,” Hous said,

Podiak received a black female Labrador just like Fate and named the new service dog Journey.

The new dog is all puppy, full of spunk and energy and is already showing signs of a being a great companion.

And, the perfect pup to take over as Podiak’s current service dog, Blessing, prepares to retire.

Podiak said, “We’re very happy.”

Journey’s journey is just beginning. She will spend the next couple of years training right new to Blessing.

Retired Service Dog

Horry County Police Department announced Tuesday the death of a retired service dog.

Bloodhound Shelley died Monday morning at 11.5 years old, the department said.

“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of retired HCPD Bloodhound Shelley, who crossed over the rainbow bridge Monday morning at 11.5 years old,” the department tweeted.

Shelley served from 2011 to 2020 and was involved in more than 170 calls for service with a success rate of about 90%, according to the department.

The department asks people to keep Shelley’s handler, Stg. Miller, in their thoughts.

“Over the years, she located countless missing people and put even more behind bars,” Miller said. “Anyone who has ever been on a track with her can say how good she was. Even though she was retired, she still wanted to work every time she came out of the kennel. I’m just glad I had the privilege to hang on to the ‘dumb end’ of the lead for all those years.”

Patience at its finest

Zeus was watching us in the pool. Patiently waiting until we finish. He stood there watching for over a hour without moving or losing focus.

Vets Suffering From PTSD

It’s estimated that anywhere from 11% to 30% of military veterans experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following their service, depending on the individual’s branch, years served and in what capacity. One way to help those struggling can be through the assistance of a service dog.

To help serve the nation’s heroes, U.S. Xpress Enterprises Inc. has partnered with Warrior Freedom Service Dogs, a nonprofit organization based in the Chattanooga area that’s dedicated to connecting combat veterans who are suffering from PTSD to trained service dogs, which are rescued from area animal shelters, free of charge.

“From our drivers to shop teams to our office staff, military veterans make up a significant portion of our workforce,” said Eric Fuller, president and CEO of U.S. Xpress. “Warrior Freedom Service Dogs is doing amazing work in pairing veterans struggling with the debilitating effects of post-traumatic stress with a canine specially trained to provide comfort and support.”

In addition to a monetary donation to help fund dog training, U.S. Xpress is providing a range of in-kind multimedia and communications services, including the development of virtual training content to help reach more veterans. Ultimately, the goal is to help train and match more dogs and veterans, identify fundraising and awareness opportunities with company team members, and even help with raising puppies and weekend fostering.

“This generous support from U.S. Xpress will help drive awareness of the work we’re doing and ultimately, help more of our military vets,” said Adam Keith, executive director for Warrior Freedom Service Dogs.

U.S. Xpress is annually ranked as a top Military-Friendly Company by organizations such as Viqtory and DiversityComm, as well as the Military Times and U.S. Veterans magazines. About 11% of U.S. Xpress drivers and 5% of the company’s office workforce are military veterans. In addition to Warrior Freedom Service Dogs, U.S. Xpress supports the Post 9/11 GI Bill Apprenticeship Program, The National Medal of Honor Heritage Center, Wreaths Across America and more.

Creatures tongue hanging out

It’s a picture… of my doggy… not much to say. ……………………………………….::::::…::::::::::::::………….

Ringer my American bully

Ringer helps me with my depression and anxiety also my ptsd he is always by my side he is such a loving dog and loves everyone he meets

Catching some fresh air.

Tia was catching some fresh air on a car ride, that she absolutely loves! Anytime someone says car ride, Tia is immediately jumping around!

Just another day at work

Happiest dog in the world! Loves to bring joy to the elderly and children. Very mild tempered. Not yappy or hyperactive at all.

Handsome boy, mama’s helper

Rastah is a mini Aussie shepherd who assists me with being outside amongst other people feeling safe and happy since the death of my 23 yr old son, 3 yrs ago.

Tamaska Simes looking sad and confused

This is the image of Tamaska Simes looking sad and confused as i took a picture of her. She has black and brown thick husky hair.

Katniss Simes at the beach

Katniss Simes at the beach. Checking out the ocean. She has black and brown hair with silver mixed in. It gives a salt and pepper look.

Poco in the Poppies

Here is a photo of Poco enjoying a poppy fields at Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve. He had a wonderful time smelling all the smells and exploring!

Knuckles ……..

Knuckles is my best friend and the best support dog I have ever had I don’t know what I would do with out him although some people are still refusing to let me bring my dog in when I go shop