Collar Scholars
How often do we hold meetings?
Every first and third Tuesday of the month
What does it cost to receive a Canine Companions service dog?
Nothing! People receive the pups for free!
Where are service dogs allowed to go with their handlers?
Anywhere!
How many dogs does our club currently have?
7
What are 3 ways to be involved in our club?
General Member, Puppy Sitter, Puppy Raiser
What is the difference between the blue and yellow vests for Canine Companions dogs?
Yellow = puppy in training
Blue = service dog who has graduated and matched with a person
What is the federal law that protects service dog teams?
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Who is our oldest pup?
Kite!
At about what age do the puppies go to Professional Training?
About 18(ish) months
About how many tasks do Canine Companions graduate dogs know?
45
Are service dogs who are working required to wear a vest?
No, under the ADA, service dogs are not required to wear a vest
Name an alumni Collar Scholars pup that has become a breeder.
Adelle III, Daryn, and Prim II
Where do our pups go for Professional Training?
Oceanside (Southern California) --> This applies to all dogs in the Southwest Region
How many service dog teams have been placed by Canine Companions since 1975
More than 8000 teams!!
What are the two questions that a business can ask a service dog team?
Is the dog a service dog required for a disability? What task or work is the dog trained to perform?
Can you name all of our dogs?
Kite, Zenita, Jiffy, Bridget, Norma, Rizzo, and Twiggy : )
How many Collar Scholar clubs are there in Colorado currently?
5 (CU, CSU, Mines, DU, and CU Anschutz)
What are the 5 types of service dogs that Canine Companions trains for?
1. Hearing dog
2. Facility dog
3. Service dog
4. Service dog for veterans with PTSD
5. Diabetic alert dog
Name three things that you should NOT do when you see a service dog team.
Some acceptable answers: Take photos, talk to the dog, try to feed the dog, try to get the dog's attention, pet the dog without asking.
Who was our most recent graduate dog who is now a service dog and wears a blue vest?
Eclair