Dear Friend,
Your decision to be a member of The Pack reflects a belief in showing up—steadily, compassionately, and with heart—and we are deeply grateful for the care and hope you bring to our clients and their dogs, today and for a lifetime.
Because of your generosity, stories like Jessi and Warrick’s are possible.
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| Just before the holidays, Certified Hearing Dog Warrick was placed with Jessi in Colorado, and from the very first meeting, it was clear they were meant to be together.
With the support of dependable monthly donations like yours, Warrick received the expert training needed to alert Jessi to critical sounds—alarms, doorbells, name calls, and dropped items—both at home and in public.
He settled seamlessly into Jessi’s life, from enjoying quiet moments at home to confidently navigating a local bus ride, calmly tucked at her feet.
With sincere appreciation,
Bryan Williams
CEO, Dogs for Better Lives |
| | Certified Hearing Dog Warrick was placed with Jessi last year. Warrick helps Jessi by ensuring she doesn't miss important sounds - at home or in public. |
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| 🎉 Welcome to our newest Pack Members! 🎉
Elsie, Stacy |
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| | | Halligan is settling into a steady (and adorable!) stage of growth. Jill, his Puppy Raiser, shares, “Halligan’s growth seems to have slowed this month. I expect him to top off at 60+ pounds and he still runs like a puppy.” No matter his size, she says, “He’s a very happy boy.”
Public Adventures
Out and about, Halligan continues to shine. “We have been to several stores where he keeps an eye on me while we are walking,” Jill notes, earning treats for his good behavior. This month also brought a new milestone — his first elevator ride! “We’ll make sure he has some more trips before he leaves me,” she adds.
Training Success
At home and in training, Halligan remains a star. “He comes when I call him, even walks backward when I ask,” Jill shares. He offers a polite shake only when invited and is “very responsive to hand signals even when I don’t use words.”
As Jill says best, “Halligan is a pleasure to work with… He’s going to do fine!"
Stay tuned for the next update on Halligan’s journey! |
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| | Facility Dog Scully Brings Calm to the Courtroom
When Facility Dog Scully arrived at the Charlevoix County Prosecutor’s Office in 2025, he didn’t just join the team—he changed lives. From calming anxious victims in the courtroom to offering quiet strength in the hardest moments, Scully’s impact has been profound. Read Scully's story. |
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| | From Shelter to Service Dog Program Growth
Our staff is growing in Dallas and Atlanta to support our From Shelter to Service Dog Program. Each location now has two dedicated staff members training dogs and managing local fosters with Atlanta Humane and Operation Kindness. This expanded team means we can train even more shelter dogs for life-changing service work.
One of our biggest needs for this program is fosters in Atlanta and Dallas. If you know someone in those locations who may be interested in fostering, please share the program with them. Learn more about the program.
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| | Bella entered our training program with the From Shelter to Service Dog Program in Dallas in February. |
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| | Snow Much Fun!
Our Service Dogs in training at the West and Northeast campuses recently enjoyed a well-earned training break—snow included. Romping outside gave them a chance to reset.
While it's been a long winter—especially for our Northeast campus, the dogs love showing us just how much fun the snow can be! |
| | Service Dogs in Training at our West campus frolick in the snow |
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| | Bone AppeTREAT Returns on 5/15
Save the date for Bone AppeTREAT on 5/15—our can’t-miss celebration for pups and people alike.
Stay tuned for your chance to join us at one of our watch parties across the country, or watch virtually from the comfort of your home. Learn more about the event.
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