Canine Guardians Assistance Dogs's Newsletter
Saving Lives One Dog at a Time
December 2025
A Note from Canine Guardians
This year has been truly amazing. We have placed 5 of our 6 dogs with people in need-
* A woman with 3 children under the age of 7 who has been having seizures. Quincy, our CG dog, has been helping his puppy trainer identify oncoming migraine headaches SO his placement is crucial to help this woman potentially identify an oncoming seizure with enough time to ready herself and keep herself and her children safe.
* An amputee veteran, to help him get around safely, retrieve items for him, and keep his spirits up.
* A 13 year old boy who has MD and is mostly in a wheelchair. He attends school and now has the aid of Lily to help him make friends, retrieve dropped supplies, and keep him focused on learning.
* A retired AF combat vet and 30 year E Oakland Police Officer who has been harassed by nightmares for a very long time. Buck identifies when he is having these nightmares and licks his cheek then tightly snuggles him to let him know he is safe. Buck also keeps his spirits up!
*A DA who has had her life threatend by gangs, many gangs, and has been afraid to leave her house. Daisy provides security and calms her as the walk back into the real world.
We acquired our 1st facility at 1726 Jefferson St in Napa and are truly thrilled. A very generous donation came to us just as we had idenitied it. We were struggling to with the financial commitment and the next day a huge donation came in and answers our prayers! Thank you!
We start our next round of training this month with 6 amazing service puppies.
💛 Give Through the Napa Give Guide (til 12/31/25)
This season, you can make a powerful impact with just a few clicks by donating to Canine Guardians Assistance Dogs through the Napa Give Guide (https://www.candogiveguide.org/nonprofits/canine-guardians-assistance-dogs/).
Your tax-deductible gift helps us:
- Raise and train service dogs over a 2-year program
- Provide dogs at no cost to our recipients
- Support new puppies just beginning their journey to become service dogs
Give today and help us change lives, one service dog at a time.
https://www.candogiveguide.org/nonprofits/canine-guardians-assistance-dogs/
We wish you all a truly wonderful holiday season!
May your holidays be filled with
tail-wagging joy, cozy moments,
and heartwarming memories.
We are so thankful for you, our amazing friends, family, and supporters —your encouragement means the world to us, and we are paws-itively grateful for your friendship!
Wishing you peace, love, and laughter
in the New Year!
With gratitude,
Canine Guardians Assistance Dogs
Canine Guardians Assistance Dogs's Newsletter
Saving Lives One Dog at a Time
November 2025
A Note from Canine Guardians
As the year wraps up, our hearts are full of gratitude for friends like you who help us train and place life-changing service dogs with veterans, first responders, and individuals with disabilities. This month, we’ve got a fun night out, an easy way to give, and a few quick reads for dog lovers.
Bingo Night at The Fink – Tuesday, December 2
Join us for a tail-wagging good time at The Fink in downtown Napa for Bingo Night on Tuesday, December 2!
- Lively Bingo games (you might even hear a “FINKO!” or two)
- Great drinks and bar bites
- Fun prizes and plenty of laughs
- All Bingo Card proceeds support Canine Guardians Assistance Bring your friends, your bingo mojo, and your love for dogs.
We can’t wait to see you there!
💛 Give Through the Napa Give Guide (til 12/31/25)
This season, you can make a powerful impact with just a few clicks by donating to Canine Guardians Assistance Dogs through the Napa Give Guide (https://www.candogiveguide.org/nonprofits/canine-guardians-assistance-dogs/).
Your tax-deductible gift helps us:
- Raise and train service dogs over a 2-year program
- Provide dogs at no cost to our recipients
- Support new puppies just beginning their journey to become service dogs
Give today and help us change lives, one service dog at a time.
https://www.candogiveguide.org/nonprofits/canine-guardians-assistance-dogs/
Quick Dog Reads for You
1. How Service Dogs Help Calm Anxiety in Public Spaces
Crowded stores, noisy events, or even a simple trip to the grocery store can be overwhelming for someone living with PTSD or anxiety. A trained service dog can create space around their handler, provide grounding touch, and recognize early signs of distress—helping their person stay calm, confident, and safe.
2. Why Early Socialization Matters for Future Service Dogs
The first months of a puppy’s life are critical. Exposure to different people, places, sounds, and surfaces helps build a confident, resilient dog. For future service dogs, this early socialization is what allows them to stay focused and steady in busy environments—from hospital hallways to airports and crowded events.
3. 4 Simple Ways to Support Service Dog Teams (Beyond Donating)
Not everyone can give financially, but everyone can help:
- Ask before petting or distracting a working dog
- Share our posts and events on social media
- Tell a friend or colleague about Canine Guardians and our mission
- Become a Puppy Parent or a Puppy DogSitter
Small actions add up and help our teams succeed out in the world.
Thank you for being part of the Canine Guardians family.
Because of you, our dogs can do what they do best: bring hope, healing, and independence to those who need it most.
With gratitude,
Canine Guardians Assistance Dogs
In memory of... Howard Lahr - a kind man who loved animals and lived a long, wonderful life!
Thank you, Howard, for remembering us in your Will.
Become a Puppy Parent!
Puppy Parents are a vital part of our team.
We need you to help get our dogs to the point where they are expertly trained and socialized and ready to begin final intense training to serve the specific needs of their new owner. When our pups are 10-12 weeks old, they are placed with their Puppy Parent for between 1-1.5 years (depending on the individual dog and what his/her final career will be) for socialization and basic obedience training.