HEATHER & STANLEYHeather was matched with Stanley in April of 2023 and graduated in May of 2023 as a facility dog for a local elementary school. Heather had worked alongside a working facility dog, Willow, for years. When she transitioned to a new school, she quickly recognized how empty the team felt without a facility dog. Heather knew it was her time to apply for a dog and knew CaPR would be a great fit from her previous experience with Willow.
At first, the addition of a dog into Heather's already busy life was tough. Working full time, doing team training with CaPR staff and trying to bond with Stanley was a process. |
Carol & RooneyCanine Partners of the Rockies places two types of working dogs- mobility assistance dogs and facility dogs. We observe the dogs’ tendencies and personalities throughout training, essentially allowing them to choose what type of work they want to do for a career. Rooney was chosen as a facility dog because of his calm nature, enjoyment of children, and emotional resiliency to continue staying engaged and relaxed even during stressful or emotional situations.
Below, Carol shared more about her experience working alongside Rooney at Bryant Webster Elementary School. |