Who is eligible to apply for a Canine Companion?
A. People with physical or developmental disabilities who can demonstrate that a Canine Companion will enhance their independence or their quality of life are qualified to apply. Also eligible are professionals working for organizations that provide physical or mental health care to clients who will benefit from interaction with a facility dog. Q. What breeds of dogs does CCI use? A. CCI uses Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, and crosses of these two breeds. Most of our dogs come from CCI’s selective breeding program. Occasionally, donated puppies are accepted if they meet the strict qualification requirements. Q. What does it cost to receive a Canine Companion? A. CCI graduates pay only a $100 Team Training registration fee that is reimbursed in supplies; there is no charge for the dog. Individual participants in our program are not responsible for any of the substantial costs involved in the lengthy process of breeding, raising, and training each Canine Companion. Q. How is CCI
