I am a first time volunteer Puppy Raiser for Canine Companions for Independence (CCI). This wonderful organization has been providing Service Dogs, Facility Dogs, Hearing Dogs and Skilled Companions to people in need since 1975. My job for the next 18 months is to socialize, train and prepare the puppy (Helper II) in my care to successfully enter advance training in Oceanside California. I have started this blog to document our journey together.
Thursday, November 22, 2012
Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Helper had company for the Thanksgiving weekend. Her friend Nessie (on the left) came to stay with us. As you can see with all the toys, Helper and Nessie had lots to be thankful for this Thanksgiving!
Nessie is just five months old and her Puppy Raiser (Marsha) is already providing her the opportunity to "sleep over" at other Puppy Raiser's homes. This is a great experience for a CCI puppy because they get used to different living situations, different styles of handlers and being away from their Puppy Raiser. This experience helps them to be confident in new environments and ultimately transition better when they go on to "Puppy College" for advance training when they are approximately 18 months old.
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