Paragon Service Dogs

A brave puppy is beginning their journey. A future partner is anxiously awaiting a hearing service dog. Won’t you give a gift that helps bring this life-changing partnership together?

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Here is another of our wonderful pups in training. Do you know what breed he is?

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ID: There is a shadow of a dog on a green background. Text says, "Can you name the dog breed?

Henry has been settling in nicely! He is described as a confident little guy, embracing all the agility equipment they have. From running in and out of tunnels to meeting all his new friends, he’s loving every minute of it! We’re excited to see where his journey takes him!

ID 1: Henry a tricolored Cavalier puppy lays on the gravel ground.
ID 2: Henry, a tricolored Cavalier puppy sits in the grass looking up inquisitively.

Will you make a gift today to help a puppy on their journey to become a life-changing partner? With a $25,000 matching challenge, your compassion goes twice as far. Plus, you’ll earn a chance to help name a puppy!

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Join us in welcoming Henry to our PAWS’abilities program! This eight-week-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has been a delight in his first few days with us. Watching him confidently meet new people and soak up the sunshine, we’re so excited to have him in our program.

He’s now on his way to Wyoming to meet his inmate handler! We're so excited to see him blossom.

ID 1: An eight week old tricolor Cavalier named Henry sits in the grass wearing a purple Paragon vest that reads "Service Dog in Training".
ID 2: Henry sits in front of the Paragon Address sign carved out of a flat rock.
ID 3: Henry sit sin the grass looking up with heart melting puppy dog eyes.

April is Deaf History Month, and we’re excited to share a piece of history about hearing dogs 🐾

Their origin began with a hard of hearing woman named Mrs. Elva Janke, whose dog naturally alerted her to important sounds in her environment.

After her dog passed away, she reached out through local news in search of someone who could train a dog to provide these same sound alerts. That search led her to Agnes McGrath, and together they created the “Hearing Ear Program,” pioneering the training of hearing dogs. Joined by In 1974, Martha Foss, Emlynn Wood, and Sandy Sterker, they created International Hearing Dog Inc in 1978.

Today, now Paragon Service Dogs, we continue to provide hearing dogs to provide independence, safety, and connection for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals—thanks to the vision and determination of these woman.

ID: Various old photos of the founders of hearing dogs.

To our volunteers,

There are no words to adequately express our gratitude for each of you—pictured and not pictured—who are so vital to our organization. Without you, we would not exist. It is you who allow us to send trained service dogs out into the world to make a better place.

Thank you to our puppy raisers for the sleepless nights and patient guidance, our weekend companions for sharing their love, the puppy sitters who provide much-needed rejuvenation, our on-site volunteers who bring joy to our dogs’ lives, our outreach volunteers who share our mission, and our inmate handlers who contribute their skills and expertise to our dogs, our volunteer groups, for ensuring our facility will last for years to come, and to everyone else who supports us in so many ways—you are not forgotten.

This week is for celebrating you. Happy Volunteer Appreciation Month!

ID: A graphic full of photos of various volunteers surrounds the words "Happy Volunteer Appreciation Week".

We absolutely love seeing our active teams exploring the world together! Here’s Brady checking out all the attractions—navigating crowds and alerting to sounds as he confidently handled every part of the adventure.

ID 1: Brady, a tan and white spaniel mix, lies in front of a blue polar bear statue.
ID 2: Brady lies in front of a life-size alligator statue, wearing a Paragon vest.

After a long day of training, it’s essential for our dogs to relax on a comfy bed—and maybe enjoy a well-earned nap!

ID 1: A tan Cobber dog named Flip lays on a a brown dog bed looking exhausted.
ID 2: Griswold, a Frenchie, lays dead asleep on a couch pillow. His head hangs off the pillow dramatically.
ID 3: Goose stares inquisitively up as he lays on a dog bed.

Fortune took one last trip to the store to get some extra practice with his public access skills before heading into advanced training. From fluffy stuffed animals to calmly staying out of the way under a display, Fortune did an amazing job on his final Wyoming outing.

ID 1: Fortune, a yellow Lab, lies in front of two giant stuffed animals, wearing a purple Paragon vest.
ID 2: Fortune lies calmly under a display of clothes.
ID 3: Fortune stands in front of three clothing displays, wearing a Paragon vest.