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To find out more about adopting a dog from our program that doesn't reach graduation, click here.
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GRADUATES FROM CWAC PROGRAM
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DOUGHBOY (AKA COGAN)
SERVICE DOG
GRADUATE
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SASSY - SERVICE DOG
GRADUATE
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DAISY - SERVICE DOG
GRADUATE
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CHOYA - SERVICE DOG
GRADUATE
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JUNIOR - SERVICE DOG
GRADUATE
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BEAU - MOBILITY ASSISTANCE DOG
GRADUATE
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CWAC EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
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CLANCY 1992-2007
EDUCATIONAL DEMO DOG
Read more about Clancy
Visit Clancy's page
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NOAH - EDUCATIONAL
PROGRAM ASSISTANCE DEMO DOG
Visit Noah's page
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HOPE - EDUCATIONAL
PROGRAM ASSISTANCE DEMO / POTENTIAL BREEDING PROGRAM
Visit Hope's page
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DOGS IN-TRAINING FROM CWAC
PROGRAM
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MAIA -MOBILITY ASSISTANCE DOG
PUPPY IN-TRANING
Visit Maia's page
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KICHE - SERVICE DOG
PUPPY IN-TRANING
Visit Kiche's page
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CELESTE - SERVICE DOG
PUPPY IN-TRANING
Visit Celeste's page
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BELLA - MOBILITY ASSISTANCE DOG
PUPPY IN-TRANING
Visit Bella's page
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CWAC Adoption process
From time to time, and for different reasons, CWAC has to release a dog from their program. When that happens, we carefully look to find the best home for the dog. A formal process of adoption takes place with adoption agreement documentation to sign, references, interview and so on.
If you are interested in registering for the CWAC adoption waiting list, please download this document and send it to CWAC or contact us for more details.
CWAC 1st Service Dog for Demonstrations: Clancy
In loving memory of a super dog that had a true impact in the startup of this organization
Clancy, a beautiful Border Collie was already 10 years old when CWAC Founder, Miriam Mas decided to train him as a Service Dog for CWAC demonstrations. At an age when most Service Dog retire, Clancy showed nothing less than pure enthusiasm in the training.

Clancy was often used as Canines with a Cause "demo"
dog during the CWAC early presentations.
However, soon after, his arthritis limited his abilities to perform.
This did not stop his willingness to do
some tasks specially when another other dog was being trained around
him. In fact, because of his training, and ability to show the younger dogs what he already knew, he had a very positive impact in the continuation of the training of other dogs in the program.
Click here to see
pictures of Clancy during training and demonstration sessions.
CWAC Certified Service Dog: Doughboy
Doughboy was certified from Canines with a Cause with Bob, his
new partner on May 10, 2003.Congratulations to both!
Doughboy was our first dog going into advanced
training. He was donated to our organization by the Kiwi Society
to assist our first applicant.

Doughboy
, officially named Pillsbury's Dream Maker,
(AKA Cogan) arrived to Ottawa on September 23, 2001. He began
his customized advanced training immediately and he's now on his
last phase of training where he's preparing for the transition
to move with his new partner. He turned 2 years-old on September
24, 2002.
Our deepest and most sincere thanks to
Lisa, the Bullock's family (puppy raising family) and the rest
of the Kiwi Society members.
General Mills,
Midland sponsored Doughboy for the 1st year of his training
while he lives with his puppyraiser.
Doughboy's Progress: (Update done on
May 14, 2003)
Doughboy was certified from Canines with a Cause with Bob, his
new partner on May 10, 2003.Congratulations to both!
Check pictures of Doughboy during
training sessions.
Doughboy started the advance training program
on his first birthday, September 24, 2001.
He has a tremendous attitude to learn new
commands. Doughboy is keen and doesn't give up easily. He is calm
in all sorts of situations.
Some of the tasks he's learned:
- turn light switch on/off
- open door/drawer/fridge
- close door/drawer/fridge
- help getting undressed (pull socks,
pants, shirt sleeves)
- get the phone/leash/cape
- gently lift someone with weak back muscles
into straight sitting position
- get the coin/wallet ...(pick up items)
- pick up several laundry items
- carry laundry basket
- bring laundry to level of washing machine
- pull laundry out of dryer
- push automatic door access buttons
- lie under table/chair quietly at restaurant
and/or office
- brace (provide support/balance)
- ignore food offered to him
- wait (before exiting/entering vehicle,
building)
- flush toilet
- (bring bottle of water from fridge
- barking to alert for help
- bring items pointed by laser pointer...and
more
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Puppyraisers Information
Canines with a Cause does not have
a breeding program at the moment but is open to receive puppies
from similar organizations and reputable breeders after passing
our puppy temperament test.

During the first year of a dog, the temperament
gets displayed and they undergo a very significant physical development.
This time is crucial in determining if
the puppy has what it takes to become a Service Dog. Creating
and encouraging the right habits for the future Service Dog is
a very important task.
The assistance of the Puppy Raising family
and the focused energy in unleashing the dog's potential is a
priceless job.
We are looking for special people that
would be interested in becoming Puppyraisers.
We operate by obtaining a dog that would
be suitable upon receiving a request. In the case that the dog
found is a puppy, then we look for the assistance of a puppyraiser
to care for the dog from approximately 8 weeks of age until the
dog is ready to enter the advanced training program which is approximately
when the dog turns 1 year old.
Breeds CWAC typically use: Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, Goldendoodles, Standard Poodles, Border Terriers.
There are a number of requirements for
those interested in becoming a puppyraiser. Please see the list:
- Puppyraiser must be over 18 years old
- Be available to care for the puppy
during the day
- Live in a home with access to a fenced
backyard in the Ottawa area
- If living with family, have the rest
of the family members' support
- Have transportation means to attend
regular puppy classes and obedience classes on a weekly basis
- Socialize the puppy with other dogs,
people, and situations
- Bring the puppy in public areas such
as public transportation, malls, offices, restaurants, etc.
If you are interested in applying to become
a Canines with a Cause puppyraiser and meet the above list of
criteria, please click
here to download the application form (Acrobat File - 263
Kb). Print the form (22 pages long), fill it and send it to the
following address:
Canines with a Cause
25 Trevor Cres
Ottawa ON K2H 6H7
If you require more information, contact
us and we will provide you with
more details on this very intensive and rewarding job.
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