I have two dogs, Poofie and Buddy
was the first species to be domesticated and has been selectively bred over millennia for various behaviors, sensory capabilities, and physical attributes.
Their long association with humans has led dogs to be uniquely attuned to human behavior and they are able to thrive on a starch-rich diet that would be inadequate for other canid species. Dogs vary widely in shape, size and colors. They perform many roles for humans, such as hunting, herding, pulling loads, protection, assisting police and military, companionship and, more recently
care for a dog. This experience helps prepare them for the responsibilities involved with having a guide dog someday. If a child goes through the K9 buddy program they are qualified to receive a guide dog at an earlier age.
If a dog is also not suitable to be a K9 buddy, career changed dogs will also be examined to see if it they are fit to be of service to other organizations. Many of our dogs go on to have different careers that assist people and communities in a wide variety of service