From the coast of California to the forests of Alaska, Facility Dog Dottie shows her ability to acclimate to any situation. Whose role once assisted children at The Winston School in Del Mar, CA, she now has been given the … Read more
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In Memory of Service Dog Mojo
March 3, 2014TLCAD would like to re-introduce Spencer Fox and his TLCAD Service Dog, Mojo, placed with Spencer four years ago. Mojo passed away suddenly a few months ago, but many of you are unaware of how big a gift Mojo was … Read more
With Solar by Her Side
January 17, 2014With Solar by her side, Sadie has been able to strive toward greater independence. Prior to receiving Solar, Sadie used a wheel chair and walker for her mobility needs. Through therapy and the help of her Service Dog, Sadie is … Read more
Story of a former Navy SEAL and his experience with TBI
July 3, 2013Many of our military heroes returning home have been diagnosed with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). According to the CDC “TBI is caused by a bump, blow or jolt to the head or a penetrating head injury that disrupts the normal … Read more
A Sgt. and His Dog
October 4, 2012Life started to improve not only for Sgt.Kal Hofle but his family
It is a success story from this mother’s perspective!
September 18, 2012Spencer Fox uses the help of Tender Loving Canines Assistant Dog Mojo! Mojo wears a balance harness to assist Spencer to walk independently and not to miss out on being a young man in high school. Spencer has made great … Read more
New Push to Cover Costs of PTSD Service Dogs For Veterans
September 18, 2012Beth Ford Roth shared some insight in her article on the VA cutting benefits for veterans who need Service Dogs to have them. The VA’s reason for creating a new policy is based on the fact that there is no … Read more
Mully, with me!
July 24, 2012HOW A DOG MAKES THE TRANSITION FROM BOY TO MAN POSSIBLE “Mully, with me!” Twelve year old, Wesley Metcalfe, has just come home from school and is now taking his new best friend, Mully – aka, The Mullet, The Mull, … Read more
Congratulations to Jesse and Jag!
July 10, 2012Jag has been an amazing addition to our family. Prior to receiving Jag I rarely left the house with my family. It has made it hard for all of us not being able to go out together to festivals, stores, … Read more
“Poppy” Eases Anxieties, Offers Positive Focus
July 3, 2012HOW ONE TENDER LOVING CANINE TRANSFORMS HER BOY’S FAMILY While mulling over how best to describe what Poppy has done for our son, I realized Poppy’s presence has brought bright new hope and peace to our entire family. Our Scott … Read more