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Canine Good Citizen™ Classes
Prerequisites: Prior basic obedience class is required Upcoming Canine Good Citizen Classes Before your first class (or even before signing up), please view our training policies. These policies are design not only for your and your pet’s safety, but to ensure classes …
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On Valentine’s Day, We Are Joybound
By Susan Lee Vick, CEO of Joybound People & Pets Roses and chocolate may be commercial symbols of love on Valentine’s Day – but for me, every day, it’s the wag of my dog’s tail or a cat’s thunderous purr …
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Will You Be Mine? Animal Rescue Foundation is now Joybound
Beloved animal rescue organization celebrates the human-animal bond this Valentine’s Day and beyond; also hosting community adopt-a-thon Feb. 17 WALNUT CREEK, CA, February 14, 2024 – After 32 years as the Animal Rescue Foundation, one of Contra Costa County’s longest-serving …
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ARF Impact Report – FY22-23
Since joining ARF as CEO in December 2022, I have been in awe of this amazing organization’s energized and visionary efforts — made possible by supporters, volunteers, and partners like you — to enrich the lives of pets and the people who love them.
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The Animal Rescue Foundation Announces New Initiative to Expand Transformative Pets and Vets Program
A New Service Foster Dog Program Will Improve Access and Expedite Training for Veterans Seeking Psychiatric Service Dogs WALNUT CREEK, CA, November 1, 2023 – In response to the success and transformative results of the organization’s Pets and Vets program, …
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Jeff and Maddie Are Better Than Ever … Together
Pets and Vets had another remarkable year, and one of its most moving moments was the graduation of a new class of Pets and Vets shelter-to-service dog training teams. The celebration was a powerful and joyful reminder of the transformation …
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Paws Press Magazine — Fall 2023
As I write this update, we are coming to the end of a busy and eventful summer at ARF. More than 500 animals were adopted between Memorial Day and Labor Day. That’s 500 pets who are now living healthier and happier lives, and 500 families experiencing the love and joy that comes from having a…
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Infantry Marine Finds a Best Friend in his Service Dog
“I wholeheartedly suggest Pets and Vets. Saving Both Ends of the Leash® is not just a motto, but the truth.” Steve, u.s. marine Corps Veteran Steve first heard about Pets and Vets from a counselor at the Veteran Center in …
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Paws Press Magazine — Summer 2023
Has it really been half a year since I joined ARF as CEO? These six months have flown by — as time will, it’s said, when you’re having fun. More than fun, these months have been among the most rewarding of my life. I bet every one of ARF’s devoted volunteers, supporters, friends, and staff,…
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Bloke Provides Love and Security Both Inside and Outside
“We all need [the] affection of a dog; dogs have been with humans for over 30,000 years. And I’ve now learned with Bloke and the Pets and Vets program that dogs can even become the custodians of our mental health.” …
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What is the Canine Good Citizen™ Test?
The Ten Items on the Test Here is a preview of the ten items the CGC Test includes. Handlers are welcome to use praise and encouragement and may also pet their dog between exercises. However, food, treats, and toys are …
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Paws Press Magazine — Winter 2022
Here at ARF, we’re surrounded by superheroes every day — from the Veterans we serve, to our Pet Hug Pack® therapy animals, to our incredible volunteers and staff, all the way to the newly-adopted pet who helps a grieving family heal.
