Partners and Paws Summer 2020

Behind THE SCENES

training for daily living

Advanced Training takes place in the second year of our dogs’ training. Building upon the foundation established during our Puppy Program, our trainers work with their dog one-on-one through the course of the year. Most also live with their dog full-time. During this training, dogs learn all of the tasks and skills they will need to help their future partners. With “get it” and “put it in” commands, dogs can do things like help with laundry, throw things away, and retrieve dropped or out of reach items. With the commands of “tug” and “bump,” dogs can open and close drawers, doors, and refrigerators, fetching items, supplies, or medicine. “Get the phone” signals the dog to quickly bring a phone to their partner. In some cases, these can be life-saving tasks. Our trainers work hard, and our dogs work (and play) just as hard to learn these skills, which ultimately provide their future partners with the support and assistance to live more independent lives.

Trainer, Robby working with his trainee, Walker.

Your Legacy.

Their Future. Make your giving go further.

Consider including Saint Francis Service Dogs in your estate plans.

For more information, contact: Amy Milberger Director of Philanthropy (540) 342-3647 ext. 409 amilberger@saintfrancisdogs.org

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