Events

The most advanced technology capable of transforming the lives of people with disabilities has a cold nose and a warm heart. Tonight's program, presented by the Wasatch Champions for Canine Companions for Independence, will be about exceptional dogs helping exceptional people. A video program chronicles the journey from puppy to graduate dog. Service dog and Skilled Companion teams as well as puppy raisers will demonstrate their dogs' skills and answer your questions. This event is for anyone wanting to know how these dogs make a world of difference in the lives of adults and children with disabilities. Founded in 1975, Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) is a non-profit organization that enhances the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained assistance dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships. CCI trains four types of assistance dogs: Skilled Companions, Service Dogs, Hearing Dogs and Facility Dogs. The dogs and ongoing support are provided free of charge to the recipient. If you are a member of a disability support group, want to apply for an assistance dog or are a dog lover curious about becoming a puppy raiser please join us at REI. Life. Unleashed. For more information visit cci.org or wasatchchampions.blogspot.com