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Service Dogs at the Capitol

SDI joined other animal advocates for Humane Lobby Day at the Texas State Capitol, March 23, 2023. We met with many legislative staffs about animal related bills. Next, we will testify in front of House and Senate Committees.


Protecting animals and those whose lives depend on them crosses all political lines!

SDI Manager of Training Meredith Troy, Hearing Dog Ivy, SDI Founder and CEO Sheri Soltes and SDI Graduate Rhea Hambright and Service Dog Beatrice pose in front of the Texas Capitol on Humane Lobby Day
SDI Manager of Training Meredith Troy, Hearing Dog Ivy, SDI Founder and CEO Sheri Soltes and SDI Graduate Rhea Hambright and Service Dog Beatrice at Humane Lobby Day at the Capitol, March 23.

Legislative staffers with animal advocates and Service Dog team pause for a group picture
Representative Donna Howard's office with Policy Analyst Kimberlee Ralph (beige jacket)

 Representative Vikki Goodwin's office with Legislative Director Julie Range (black shirt) smile for group picture with Veteran Rhea Hambright and Service Dog Beatrice
Representative Vikki Goodwin's office with Legislative Director Julie Range (black shirt)

Representative Stan Kitzman who represents SDI Graduate Rhea Hambright
Representative Stan Kitzman who represents SDI Graduate Rhea Hambright.

Service Dog Beatrice sits quietly at Capitol
Beatrice being perfect

 

Live Your Dream - Train Service Dogs!

Service Dog trainer puts vest on a trainee dog

We are hiring full time Service Dog Trainers and Associate Trainers. Benefits include full health insurance and saving the world! Full job description here.


Feeling Good About Myself

Former stray dog Kona, who is now training to be a Service Dog, looks curiously at the camera

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 this digital scale and my trainer logs in my weight. She adjusts my food and treats for the week if I need to lose or gain weight. My new partner will be responsible for keeping my weight healthy, too.


In dogs, a few extra pounds can stress our joints and back and make us feel sluggish. If we're too thin, we lose focus and energy and might even be sick.


I've come a long way from being a street dog in Brownwood to having this level of attention and care. And I have you to thank for it!


Would you chip in to help us turn strays into stars?


Poster for National Hug Your Dog Day on April 10. SDI Founder Sheri Soltes is featured prominently in the poster with Daisy, who is a rescue dog now training to be a Facility Dog



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