Healing Companions
Ordinary Dogs Transforming Lives
If you’ve ever wondered why some dogs get to stay in the cabin on planes and some don’t, we’ve got your back with the Healing Companions’ Categories series. In the
Melissa talks with Jane Miller, about the Healing Companions program. Jane discussed the many aspects of PSDs and the therapeutic value of the experience for both dog and handler. They
Brian and Colton are really learning to work together. From Brian’s mom after their first night and a recent dental appointment: “Colton did excellent last night. He slept through the
Healing Companions, Inc. believes in saving lives on both ends of the leash – not just with individuals who receive Psychiatric Service Dogs, and the shelter dogs themselves, but also
Story by Lucia Martínez ~ Martin knows by heart what it’s like to suffer from a mental illness himself. He’s experienced the challenging symptoms, and has dealt with the great stigma
Story by Lucia Martínez ~ Of all the times one gets to hear about personal experiences that come with being a felon, few of them have such a hopeful message. Generally
Seems pretty clear for us dog-lovers and proud owners. Dogs love us humans in much the same ways that we do, through affection, attachment bonds and empathy. And unless you
Another successful meet, greet and adoption for Brody, a shelter dog that received his basic training from one of the inmates we trained. This training takes place thanks to all
First, we would like to thank Gina Lallo, Founder of Forget Me Not Animal Rescue, for donating Colton to our program, Joette Mehalio, Foster mom and training home for Colton
WOW! Thanks DogWise Books for the wonderful and immensely generous donations of books and DVDs for our prison training program. The inmates have never received such an amazing donation and
The number of service dogs is on the rise with an estimated 4,000 fulfilling different service roles. Psychiatric service dogs (PSDs) help people with emotional and mental disabilities. They are
Tune in and listen to an episode of South Florida Dog Talk with Jane
The podcast Ask Your Dog Guru can be accessed at https://dogguru.podbean.com along with information about how to attend or listen later. Host and producer Victoria presents this podcast for dog lovers and
WE NEED YOUR HELP We’ve partnered with our friends at Crowdrise and the Newman’s Own Foundation to take part in the 2017 $500,000 Holiday Challenge to help provide more Psychiatric Service Dogs
As we look back on another great year of helping people with mental illness reclaim their lives with the help of Psychiatric Service Dogs, we need to reflect back on
We are deeply honored and touched by the generosity and support of your employees! Your successful fundraiser will help us transform many lives. With gratitude, Healing Companions
Winter term intern needed to work on organizing fundraiser to help us reach our goals: Healing Companion’s mission is built on Three Pillars: Saving shelter dogs and training them to
The inmates wanted to share how much they enjoyed my book and would love to read more wonderful books about dogs and dog training. They would also appreciate videos, DVD’s, dog
A huge shout out to Linda Michaels for her generosity and support. The inmates have thoroughly enjoyed the donations of her fabulous book and video. Thanks so much. We love
Healing Companions, Inc. Is honored that the Cleveland Travelers Insurance Company chose us for their August 2017 fundraiser. Their generous donation will help change so many lives and we are