December 7, 2021 – A nonprofit is providing an unusual form of therapy for those on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic – puppy cams! “You spend five minutes with a puppy and try not to smile,” said registered nurse Robin Lingg Lagrone. Watch the full story on Denver7 here.
Beavercreek veteran, wife hope to help others with trauma
December 14, 2020 – Air Force veteran Ryan Garrison’s service dog, Luke, had pulled him out of hundreds of anxiety attacks and nightmares. But when Garrison, his son and Luke were in a car crash last January, the dog pulled Garrison out of a flashback so that he was able to save all three of […]
Warrior Canine Connection works to bring veterans and service dogs together
December 9, 2020 – They say dogs are a man’s best friend. Strong and compassionate, dogs have the ability to alter the way we live and see life, and Warrior Canine Connection helps hone those skills. Watch this full story on WDVM here.
Labrador Retriever “Luke” Awarded Service Dog ACE Award
December 4, 2020 – Each year, the AKC Humane Fund pays tribute to five dedicated, hardworking dogs for making significant contributions to an individual or entire community. One award is given in each of the following categories: Uniformed Service K-9, Service, Therapy, Search and Rescue, and Exemplary Companion Dog. In a split second in 2006 Ryan Garrison’s life changed forever. Read the […]
New Faces at WCC
Warrior Canine Connection is pleased to welcome its newest member, Cheyenna Wilde, to the team! Cheyenna came on board in October as WCC’s newest service dog training instructor and is based out of WCC’s Healing Quarters in Boyds, Maryland. She fell in love with dog training after taking her family’s own pet dog to a training class years ago. “I […]
WCC Calendars and Ornaments Now Available!
Are you ready to turn the page on 2020? Order your WCC 2021 calendar now! As always, next year’s calendar will feature photos of adorable WCC service dogs in training. While you’re at it, click “add to cart” on your 2020 WCC holiday ornament. An annual tradition since 2014, these ornaments work double-duty by serving as […]
Warrior Canine Connection Service Dog Luke Honored with 2020 AKC® Humane Fund Award for Canine Excellence (ACE)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 4, 2020 Boyds, Md. – Warrior Canine Connection (WCC) is proud to announce that service dog Luke, a graduate of WCC’s class of 2016, was named the winner of the 21st annual AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE) in the service dog category. Ryan Garrison (Beavercreek, Ohio) and Luke, […]