GOOD DOGS OF SERVICE
Unleash the Power of Paws: Discover the Inspiring World of Working Dogs!
You’ve seen them, walking with purpose through crowded concourses, waiting alertly at curbs, at special events--in every walk of life. Sometimes you glimpse them on the news, in areas that have been struck by natural disasters (building collapses, avalanches, earthquakes, mudslides) or touched by war—first responders who are put into some of the most dangerous and challenging missions on the planet. They are service dogs and working canines, or “Good Dogs of Service”. And they use their awesome powers for the benefit of people throughout the world, in every social stratum. We’re encouraged not to engage with these dogs while they’re on duty. They’ve been trained to take their missions very seriously. But in this book, photographer Lynn Cobb has given us privileged and candid access to twenty of these remarkable canines and their handlers. Her mission: to inspire others to love these dogs as much as she does and become their advocates. - Tom Hummel
Fun Facts about working dogs & service dogs
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Police Dogs usually go home and live with their human partners because they work closely together. They are well loved and become valued members of the family.
Top Police Dog Breeds: Belgian Malinois & German Shepherds
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Service animals are allowed entry into stores, restaurants, and areas where dogs are not usually allowed to go. They are not a pet; they perform specific tasks and assistance for their person. They must wear an identifying Service Dog vest.
Top Breeds for Service Dogs: Labrador Retrievers & Golden Retrievers
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Robby's Law: Since Robby’s law passed in 2000, all military dogs are eligible for adoption after their term of service. It was 2016 before new laws mandated that the military pay for the returning home of all military dogs after service meaning no dog gets left behind.
Top Military Breeds: Belgian Malinois & German Shepherds
Meet a few of our Dog Handlers
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Arnold O'Neal & Brody
Guide Dog Brody was raised and trained by Dogs Inc (formerly Southeastern Guide Dogs)
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Dr. Julie Lance & Sister
Therapy Dog Atlanta / Cobb County Schools - Sister is personally trained & owned by Julie
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Police Officer Bo Thompson & K-9 Taz
Narcotics Detection & Apprehension K-9 at Charleston County Aviation Authority
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USCG Joshua Clabby & K-9 Strike
Explosives Detection K-9 Strike for the US Coast Guard
“Dogs do speak, but only to those who know how to listen.”
— Orhan Pamuk