The Dog Alliance

Whippet brothers - Mocha and Turbo - are excelling in their Hounds for Heroes training. Here at the Dog Alliance we're introducing this breed alongside the mainstay Labs and Goldens for several reasons. are known for their gentle and loving nature forming strong bonds with their families. They require minimal grooming with reduced shedding compared to many working dogs. And, they enjoy a good balance of active playtime and relaxed lounging with their humans! Mocha (thin stripe) & Turbo love our weekly public access outings where they can practice their skills!

Dogs: 30,000 million. Humans: 6 million. The number of olfactory receptors we humans have pales in comparison to our best friends! Dogs have neophilia (a new word for Scrabble!) which is an attraction to new and interesting odors! You know what we're talking about here! Let's put that nose to work in a fun new way! Join trainer Naomi as she shares "Introduction to Odor" https://academy.thedogalliance.org/w/events/84-intro-to-odor/11031 - which is the next class up from Nosework (next class scheduled for early Fall).

Puppies! Adorably cute with early training and socialization highly recommended! Trainer Lindsey has fun ways to learn including "no jumping for attention", "learn to settle", "learn leave it", and sharing safe exercises that align with the puppies' growth and maturity. Our Puppy Manners class has 4 starting date options for puppies 14-weeks to 6-months old!
Visit https://academy.thedogalliance.org/w/events/10-puppy-manners-14-weeks-to-6-months/10458 for details and to register for this outstanding way to bond with your puppy!

Hats off for our training program! Need to clean a closet? We need gently used (or new) hats to use for Hounds for Heroes and Train Your Own Service Dog training. Bike helmets, wide-brim hats, ball caps, police or fire helmets, cowboy hats, "ladies who lunch" hats...you get the idea! We use in our Distractions and People Greeting workshops training the dogs to be comfortable with a variety of headgear, scarves, glasses, etc.
Please bring your donated hats to the Dog Alliance, 1321 W. New Hope Dr., Cedar Park, TX during 9-5 business hours Mon-Thurs or you can leave them on our covered front porch here for a class in the evening or on weekends. Need more details? Email [email protected]! Tell your friends! The dogs say, "Woof!"...and "Thank You"!

Bow Wow Therapy Dogs volunteer handler and dog teams snuggled with attendees at the Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) annual event held at the Convention Center . Boudreaux, Tessa, Sky, Rally, Molly, and Riley offered and furry rubs in a special relaxation area sponsored by the great folks at The Farmer's Dog - makers of yummy, fresh food for your best dog! With more than 8,000 attendees from throughout the world, these kept very busy during the 3-day convention! Very special thanks to the AVMA for inviting us and to for sponsoring this wellness experience!

Do we love to take and share pictures of our dogs or what? Tomorrow on Day (July 11) is a perfect opportunity to appreciate our pets who give us unconditional love. DYK simply sharing cute, fun, or silly photos of dogs can bring smiles and happiness to others? Gigi, Fender, Tessa, Earle, Panini, Bailey, Shammie, Ranger, and Franklin (pictured) hope you're smiling right now! Have a fav photo of your dog? Please share with us!

Day School is ! Just ask Finn, Diggory, Romeo, Guaraldi, Tazi, and Teddy (pictured in order)! Limited to 6 dogs per session, these enjoy individualized training along with group play and socialization. Trainers Becca and Lindsey work to make sure every dog...and its owner...love the experiences! Visit https://www.thedogalliance.org/DogDaySchool to learn more about this popular program! To bring more smiles, please share your favorite photo of your dog!

You are invited to our freeOpen House to learn about exciting skills training opportunities for aspiring . Join us at the Dog Alliance this Fri July 12 from Noon to 1:15 PM where you will:
Discover the comprehensive training program we provide;
Meet our experienced instructors;
Tour our excellent grooming facilities; and
Enjoy refreshments and network with fellow pet enthusiasts.
REGISTER online: https://academy.thedogalliance.org/w/events/29-grooming-academy-open-house

Ever tried to get the perfect picture of your dog? 😄 Fauna, Dory, Earle, and Turbo are so happy it's ! Who says can't be fun?

Stitch and Kit are proud to be training as through Hounds for Heroes supported in part by Austin Subaru! A quick reminder when celebrating to keep your pets safe - quiet space, collars with ID and/or microchip, plenty of water and shade. How does your dog celebrate the - we'd love to see your pictures!

Stitch understands that requires adjustments...from wearing hats to navigating unknown places. "Steady Stitch" asks all pet owners to work especially hard this to calm, protect, and keep your safe! Share a great tip that works with your dog - it may well be exactly what another pet owner needs today!

Sky, a Bow Wow , shone on-stage at the recent Global Healthcare Exchange corporate event held in . During their 3-day event, several of our therapy dog teams mingled and greeted attendees. GHX partners with the industry’s most innovative healthcare leaders around a common purpose: improving patient care and lowering the cost to deliver it. We were thrilled to be invited to their gathering and so appreciative of their generous corporate donation! Thanks Betsy & Susan for speaking on-stage and highlighting the Dog Alliance programs to serve others!

Mater, a Hounds for Heroes in-training, loves visiting the Bullock Texas State History Museum with his handler, Cheryl. The museum has so much to offer for this summer! Why not go this weekend? You can enjoy an IMAX® movie or stroll through the exhibits! Mater gives it a hearty tail wag and 4 paws up! Have you been to the museum? What was your favorite thing to do there?
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Our "All About Dogs" Camp is perfect for the 6-8-year-old kiddos who love dogs! This week, campers learned alongside Mocha, Turbo, Panini, and Stitch who happily accepted hugs...and treats! 🐾 😃 Kiddos learned how dogs "talk" with us, how to safely approach a new dog, learned games and enrichment activities with dogs, and found out about the work of service dogs and therapy dogs and why its important! One camp week for this age group remains with a couple openings - July 22-25.
https://academy.thedogalliance.org/w/events/20-all-about-dogs-camp-ages-6-8-years-old (Instagram use link in our bio!).

Today is National Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Day. Through our Hounds for Heroes and Train Your Own Service Dog programs, the Dog Alliance provides service dogs as a method of helping military veterans, first responders, and civilians find greater independence. Dogs (pictured) like Copper, Finn, Emmett, Sparky, Molly, Anakin, and Teddy!

Anxiety and Panic Attack Interruption: Service dogs are trained to recognize signs of anxiety or panic attacks and intervene by providing tactile stimulation -- nudging, pawing or deep pressure therapy -- to help ground their handler and reduce the severity of the episode.

Public Safety and Confidence: Service dogs help their handler feel more secure in public spaces by providing a sense of safety and acting as a buffer in crowded environments, which can reduce hyper-vigilance and anxiety.

Emotional Support and Companionship: Service dogs provide consistent companionship, which can help reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation.

Read more about our service dog training by visiting https://www.thedogalliance.org/houndsforheroes or use our bio link from Instagram.

As June draws to a close, we simply must give a huge shoutout to ! This local dealership of a beloved brand knows ! And, the Dog Alliance is a fortunate recipient of their generosity! Their June ends this Saturday with donations of $50 for every new Subaru sold or leased. Know someone in the market for a fabulous car? Tell them to head on over and ❤️. No need for a car today? You can still show support by "liking and sharing" this post for the generosity of Austin Subaru for our Hounds for Heroes training program!

Dory! This happy girl is rocking her training under the guidance of puppy raiser Sheryl! Soon to be 8-months-old, Panini's puppies - Dory, Fauna, Mater, and Stitch - are learning every day here at the Dog Alliance. Brothers "Thumper" and "Dodger" are also training to be service dogs through Dogs for Life (FL) traded through our Assistance Dogs International Cooperative Breeding program.

Hey, chilly thoughts could help cool you down when it's in the 90s this week! Yep, today is (and there's even a hashtag for that! 😃 Be honest, how many of you start your holiday shopping early? Is your dog on the "naughty" or "nice" list? 🐾🎁

Mocha, Stitch and Panini supervised the unloading of soundproof panels generously donated by ! We're jazzed to be able to use them in our classrooms, the new grooming studio, and in the kennel area. Thank you Uplift Desk! Your generosity will help us and !

Our Hounds for Heroes in-training make an everyday occurrence here! Do you ever take your dog to work? We'd love to see your favorite photo!

Here are a few reasons why bringing your dog to work is a great thing!
INSTANT STRESS RELIEF: Nothing beats a wagging tail and puppy eyes to melt away work tension.
SOCIAL MAGNET: Your dog turns colleagues into instant friends, sparking conversations and camaraderie.
BUILT-IN REMINDER: Regular walk breaks with your dog keep you active and refreshed throughout the day.
MORALE BOOSTER: A happy, playful dog can lift everyone's spirits, making the workplace more enjoyable.
CREATIVITY CATALYST: Dogs can inspire new ideas and out-of-the-box thinking with their playful antics and curiosity.

Oh, Ava! There's a better choice of beer! Throughout June, patrons at Austin's Yard Bar can enjoy the special Fat Tire "Rally Beer" giving back 15% of sales to Austin Subaru Charity Partners including the Dog Alliance! Bring your dog as "good dogs and their humans hang out here"!

You know you're a when you...
1. have more photos of your dog on your phone than of anyone else.
2. instinctively spell out W-A-L-K to avoid setting off a furry frenzy.
3. stock your pockets with dog treats, just in case.
4. greet other dogs on the street before their owners.
Who agrees? Happy Father's Day to all the dads of 2-legged and 4-legged family members!

Boomer brings his big alongside his dad and handler, Matt! As a Bow Wow Therapy team, this is known for his "Boomer Lean" happily accepting hugs and pets from all ages...all people! On this , Boomer is definitely his dad's #1 fan!

When volunteering goes to the dogs! Very special thanks to the great folks from Whole Foods Market Cedar Park (TX) who worked to "Clean the Green" on our campus and then helped with a weekly Distractions Workshop with our in-training. If your company is interested in volunteering and supporting our programs, send an inquiry to [email protected].

Tessa and her happy are well-known to our area . Together with owner, Kate, this popular Bow Wow Therapy team brings joy, laughter, hugs, and compassion to the hard work of providing top quality healthcare. On this we celebrate Tessa & Kate and all our fantastic Bow Wow Therapy Dog teams!

Austin Subaru loves dogs. Through June 30, for every Subaru vehicle purchased or leased, each customer will choose which of the 6 nonprofits to support with a $50 donation from this local dealership. Our Hounds for Heroes program received $4,000 last summer from this sales event! Let's work to match that in 2024!

It's and Panini is happy to join the fun. Share a favorite photo of your dog with his or her tongue out!

Summer Camps have officially started here at The Dog Alliance and it has been a blast!
There is nothing better than seeing kids learn and have fun with dogs. We are very excited for the weeks of summer camps to come!☀🧡

Today is National Best Friends day!

Be sure to give you best friend, human or animal, some extra love today!

Fauna & Kit Kat have always been good buddies🧡🧡