Dogs from the Canine Companions Northeast Training Center in Medford graduated Friday and are prepared to maneuver on to assist present independence to folks with disabilities.
The eight dogs discovered 45 totally different abilities, together with retrieving dropped objects, opening doorways and pulling a wheelchair.
The coaching course of for these dogs is about two years earlier than they’re paired with their new associate.
Service dogs from Canine Companions are supplied at no cost to adults, kids and veterans in want.