Coalition aims to improve state’s ability to handle influx of rescue dogs

Santa Rosa's Canine Companions marks 50 years training service dogs

Canine Companions is marking its 50th anniversary this year. The national organization, which started in Santa Rosa, now has seven training centers across the country and relies on donations and events to provide service dogs to clients free of charge.

Coalition aims to improve state’s ability to handle influx of rescue dogs

The need for dog foster parents continues to grow in our region, and a new coalition hopes to act as a clearinghouse for rescue groups in order to better handle the influx.