

In the Community
Canine Companions Heartland Volunteer Chapter members are active in the Kansas City community. Get to know our chapter members and learn how you can make a difference.
About Canine Companions
Canine Companions is leading the service dog industry so our clients and their dogs can live with greater independence.
We provide service dogs to adults, children and veterans with disabilities and facility dogs to professionals working in healthcare, criminal justice and educational settings.
Since our founding in 1975, our dogs and all follow-up services are provided at no cost to our clients.

Meet Patrick and Canine Companions Service Dog Julio
To eight-year-old Patrick, attending the Kansas City Chiefs training camp each year is an absolute dream. Patrick is a dedicated Chiefs fan, and it brightens his day every time his team wins.
But Patrick’s love of football extends beyond the field. While Chiefs training camp is fun to attend, it also holds a special place in his heart because that’s exactly where he was the day he learned he’d been approved to receive a Canine Companions service dog.
“We were super excited,” says Brie, Patrick’s mom. “The first thing we did was head over to the Chiefs gift shop and pick out a dog bandana.”
Stories of Independence

A Second Chance at Life
Dealing with effects of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Rob sought help from Canine Companions, applying for an expertly trained – albeit furry – therapeutic intervention: a service dog.

A Veteran Hero and His New Canine Partner
In 2019, Don Jones decided to take care of himself, an act far removed from his position as a public servant; he applied for a service dog from Canine Companions and matched with Walla, whom he calls his “life saver.”

A Life-Changing Service Dog for a Veteran in Need
Service Dog Deen really helps with anxiety interruption, having confidence to go into public, and not just avoiding those situations because of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Service Dog Frankie: Cara’s Ears
The story of Dr. Cara Miller and her hearing dog Frankie, who helps Cara locate and react to important sounds in her environment.