Why We Work: Deana Thiem, Client Coordinator
My name is Deana Thiem. I have been working for Service Dogs, Inc. for eight years. I have had many jobs in my lifetime, but I always...
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Newsletter
- Aug 31
Goji's Going Places!
Goji, the Trauma Response Dog trained for me by Service Dogs, Inc. helped our frontline workers feel comfortable to talk freely...
- Aug 14
Matching Magic!
One of our favorite days is matching a client on our Waiting List to the perfect dog for their needs. Whole lotta waggin’ going on as we...
- Aug 8
In Case You Missed It: Forever Families Visits SDI ❤️
Carla’s love of animals has helped her cope with living in the Texas foster system. Carla shares her dreams for a Forever Family during her
- Aug 7
Why We Work: Tailer O'Neill, Trainer
Employees Seek Personal Value and Purpose at Work. Be Prepared to Deliver.
- Aug 7
You Better Shop Around
Here Tailer works with Highlander to get him comfortable with walking next to a small shopping cart in our training building.
- Jul 29
SDI Team Voted First In National Photo Contest
Big cheers for Austin Meredith and his Service Dog Peaches. They placed first in the United Spinal Association's photo contest! This win...
- Jul 6
It’s never too early to register for SDI’s Annual Mighty Texas Dog Walk.
Saturday, November 18 promises to be The Doggiest Day in Austin for you and your best friend! What’s up dog? It’s a scenic one-mile...
- Jul 6
July is Disability Pride Month!
by Emily Sladek, SDI Canine Support Specialist The Disability Pride flag in the shape of a Service dog. Green is for sensory...
- Jul 6
Our Volunteers Are Gold!
“It’s a lot of fun to be able to help the dogs and trainers over summer break,” one of our high school volunteers shared. “It’s good to...
- Jul 6
Lyndon Loves Learning
We adopted Lyndon from PAWS of Central Texas. Here, he went on his first public outing to Tractor Supply. Looks simple, right? Well to...
- Jun 10
To All Dog Fathers
My eyes never shine brighter Than when I look at you. My soul is never prouder Than when I walk with you. My heart never soars higher...
- Jun 7
June 8 Is National Best Friends Day!
Hint: W-O-O-F! Celebrate National Best Friends Day with this Paw-some News!
- Jun 7
Welcome New Trainer Tailer O’Neill!
We are thrilled to welcome Tailer O’Neill to our Training Staff. Tailer arrives with experience in animal behavior, management and...
- Apr 7
Feeling Good About Myself
Hi, I'm Kona. Keeping an eye on the scale is a great way to make sure my insides are as gorgeous as my outside! Every Monday, I sit on...
- Apr 3
Service Dogs at the Capitol
Our dogs navigated the busy Texas State Capitol building like pros! Take a look!
- Mar 7
Dogs With Jobs - Take A Look!
Dogs With Jobs At SDI, our dogs have two main jobs. Help mitigate their partners’ disabilities and behave exemplary in public. We train...
- Feb 1
How to Spell Love in 3 Letters: D-O-G
Feb. 4 Benefit for SDI Live Music, Award-Winning Wines, Silent Auction & More! Puppy Love Photography Benefit Make Me Yours for the...
- Jan 9
Colonel Kim Olson Elected New SDI Board Chair
Our Board of Directors unanimously elected Colonel Kim Olson as SDI Board Chair at their final meeting of last year. Col. Olson was one...
- Jan 9
SDI Founder Sheri Soltes Elected as National Chair
As we enter our 35th year, we want to share some exciting news about the team here at SDI. Our wonderful leader, Sheri Soltes, has been...
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