Regional News
Regional News

Canine Companions for Independence is excited to share its mission with as many people as possible. In the Regional News section you can learn more about our organization, see our latest stories in the media and read our recent newsletters.

Recent Headlines:

Zorro the Dog 
By John Mercer, September 29, 2008
Walker County News
Everyday, students at one Walker County school see a four legged friend roaming the halls.  MORE

And the Award Goes To...
Orlando Sentinel, September 29, 2008
Beverly Shine of Orlando, an associate with Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, received a 2008 Prudential Cares Volunteer Grants Award.  MORE

The American Kennel Club Awards for Canine Excellence
American Kennel Club, September 2008
The American Kennel Club is proud to announce the Recipients and Honorable Mentions for the 2008 AKC Awards for Canine Excellence.  MORE

Social Datebook: Tales & Tails Gala 11/8
Orlando Magazine, October, 2008
Guests will have the opportunity to  meet and mingle with Jack Hanna, creator and host of the syndicated Into the Wild TV series, and his furry friends during a silent auction.  MORE

Canine Companions Volunteer to Showcase Program at LWMC
Winter Haven Hospital, Sept. 24, 2008
Lynn Duke, a volunteer puppy raiser for Canine Companions for Independence, will be the guest speaker at Lake Wales Medical Center on Oct. 2 at 2 p.m. MORE

Companions
By Leslie Hast
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
House Organ September 2008
Rhonda Clark, who has cerebral palsy, works at Children's Hospital with the help of her service dog, Art.  MORE

Companions Open Doors to Able Lives
By Joe Van Leer
East Orange Forum, Sept. 13, 2008
Raley was a life saver for Sandy Stebbins, who was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at age 3 and muscular dystrophy last spring.  MORE

'He was a perfect match'
By Yvonne Betowt
The Huntsville Times, Sept. 9, 2008
While serving in Iraq, Army 1st Lt. Jeffrey Adams and another lieutenant stopped to check what appeared to be a bomb in the road.  MORE

Canines to the Rescue
By Yvonne Betowt
The Huntsville Times, Sept. 9, 2008
Daria, a 4-month-old golden retriever/yellow Labrador mix, gnawed at a toy lying on the floor.  Seconds later, she was rolling on her back, enjoying the attention of several people who were rubbing her belly.  MORE

Chattanooga:  Zorro to the Rescue
By Chloe Morrison
Chattanooga Free Press September 2008
When Ryan Hubbard, 6, came to school early Tuesday morning, he was very unhappy but his mood was rescued by Zorro - Chattanooga Valley Elementary's facility dog.  MORE

A Dog's Best Friend
Florida Realtor
September 2008
Beverly Shine first got involved with Canine Companions for Independence nine years ago, when a friend invited her to attend a fund-raising event.  And she's been a passionate supporter of the nonprofit's Southeast Regional Center ever since.  MORE

 

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March 2008
Press Releases:
THREE NEW MEMBERS ARE NOMINATED TO CANINE COMPANIONS FOR INDEPENDENCE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
A PENSACOLA FATHER GIVES BACK TO THE ORGANIZATION THAT HELPED HIS SON
CHARLOTTE VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE THREE NEW PUPPIES DESTINED TO CHANGE LIVES
THE 22ND ANNUAL ATLANTA DOG JOG BENEFITING CANINE COMPANIONS FOR INDEPENDENCE
EIGHT GRADUATES RECEIVE CANINE COMPANIONS FOR INDEPENDENCE ASSISTANCE DOGS AT THE CULMINATION OF NATIONAL ASSISTANCE DOG WEEK
ATHENS RUN FOR THE DOGS: GEORGIA VOLUNTEERS HOST EVENT BENEFITING CANINE COMPANIONS FOR INDEPENDENCE
CANINE COMPANIONS FOR INDEPENDENCE TO BENEFIT FROM BLOOMINGDALE'S THE SHOPPING BENEFIT

If you have questions about Canine Companions for Independence regional news or are interested in writing a story about Canine Companions for Independence, please contact Patrice Shields, Southeast Regional Development Associate at (407) 522-3305.