Canine Assistants

Canine Assistants Canine Assistants provides service dogs for children and adults. However, she was unable to obtain a service dog because of geographical limitations.

Jennifer Arnold first recognized the need for this program when she was sixteen years old and diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. She needed to use a wheelchair for several years and came to realize how dependent she was on others. Jennifer found it difficult to perform simple tasks, such as picking up dropped items, opening doors and turning on and off lights. She had heard of an organization in

California that was training dogs to help people like her with those basic tasks. Jennifer has dedicated her efforts to building Canine Assistants, since she founded it in 1991. In that time the organization has placed over 1,700 service dogs nationally, reached more than 400,000 students through disabilities awareness educational presentations, and provide communities with over 120,000 hours of animal assisted therapy. Approximately 95% of all donations are directed towards the various programs and sponsorships. Most Canine Assistants service dogs are born, raised, and trained at our facility in Milton, Georgia, while some are occasionally adopted from local organizations or breeders. The majority of our service dogs are retrievers, including goldens, golden/lab mixes and goldendoodles.

We are so excited to share this! Thanks to Atlanta Braves player Michael Harris II for making this happen for a very des...
06/22/2026

We are so excited to share this! Thanks to Atlanta Braves player Michael Harris II for making this happen for a very deserving kid. ❤️🦮

When Michael walked into the Braves game, he thought he was there to just watch baseball…

Instead, he got the surprise of a lifetime.

Michael, who lost his leg to osteosarcoma, learned that he’ll be receiving his very own service dog thanks to Braves star Michael Harris and the team at Canine Assistants!!

The gift has been months in the making.

Michael Harris funded a service dog through Canine Assistants, the incredible organization whose facility dogs brought comfort to Michael during long hospital stays.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Therapy Dog Blanche even helped deliver the surprise.

If you’ve ever met Michael, you know he’s a fighter.

He loves jokes, loves dogs, and has faced every challenge with courage and determination.

In just a few weeks, he’ll head to Canine Assistants, where his future service dog will choose him.

The timing couldn’t be more meaningful…

Next week, Michael returns to Florida for scans and his next personalized vaccine treatment.

What an incredible gift for a remarkable kid!!

Wishing Michael good news, safe travels, and the perfect match with his new best friend ❤️

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VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT 🔦 Meet Daniella, a certified CA volunteer since 2023. She shared, “Volunteering has been fulfilling...
06/22/2026

VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT 🔦 Meet Daniella, a certified CA volunteer since 2023. She shared, “Volunteering has been fulfilling. I am currently a foster, nursery substitute, and certified to do hospital visits as well. I enjoy being able to take part in these dogs’ lives from the time they are born until they graduate. I love knowing that I am helping them get ready for their life’s purpose of impacting other people’s lives in a pawsitive manner. Following the dogs on social media after they graduate and seeing all the great things they are doing, while bringing happiness to everyone they encounter, makes me proud.” Thank you for all you do for our dogs, Daniella! ❤️🦮

Our beloved annual Kids Camps start in just 12 days! Many excited, dog-obsessed kids will be headed to Canine Assistants...
06/03/2026

Our beloved annual Kids Camps start in just 12 days! Many excited, dog-obsessed kids will be headed to Canine Assistants for a memorable experience with our dogs. But we need YOUR help to keep the magic of the last few years going. Can you contribute an item or two from our wishlist? Most of what we need is under $10! 🐾🏕️ https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/4QAL8EB5XSY0?ref_=wl_share

FEATURE FRIDAY: Meet Lettuce 🥬 (aka Letty) the service dog. Letty has been working with her very best friend Dannah for ...
05/29/2026

FEATURE FRIDAY: Meet Lettuce 🥬 (aka Letty) the service dog. Letty has been working with her very best friend Dannah for almost a year. Dannah’s mom, Jonna, shared, “Letty has brought comfort, confidence, and so much joy to Dannah and our whole family. She’s more than a service dog. She’s family, and the sweetest part of our story.” Good girl, Letty! 💚🦮

VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT 🔦 Meet Brigitte, a Canine Assistants volunteer since 2018. She shared, “My daughter had to spend sev...
05/22/2026

VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT 🔦 Meet Brigitte, a Canine Assistants volunteer since 2018. She shared, “My daughter had to spend several weeks in Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta when she was 14; meeting the dogs from CA that were working in the hospital was one of the few bright spots in some difficult times for our family.” When asked about her experience as a volunteer, Brigitte said, “I love developing a relationship with my foster puppy, discovering their individual personality, and figuring out how I can help them learn. I also enjoy meeting people when I am out with a CA puppy, and sharing a few moments with these special dogs.” Thank you for all you do, Brigitte! We’re lucky to have you! ❤️🦮

Exciting news! We’re less than 3 weeks out from hospital camp! We can’t wait to match more teams of handlers with incred...
05/20/2026

Exciting news! We’re less than 3 weeks out from hospital camp! We can’t wait to match more teams of handlers with incredible dogs. Can you help us make camp a success? There are still many items that we need for our soon-to-be graduates! Shop items here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2B3I4V7ZK78P7?ref_=wl_share

Today is National Chocolate Chip Day! 🍪 We thought today would be a great day to check in with our graduate, Chocolate C...
05/15/2026

Today is National Chocolate Chip Day! 🍪 We thought today would be a great day to check in with our graduate, Chocolate Chip (aka CC) who works at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Here’s what her handler, Shawn, had to say: “CC has been staying busy helping child life with patients in the dental clinic with x-rays, sitting in the chair, dental exams, and showing them how to brush teeth. She continues her great work in transplant, leukemia, and hematology areas as well as working in the psychology clinic. Still a master at medical play, she will fetch the stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, and show kids how to take medicine. She enjoys relaxation, has gone camping, and spends time regrouping in the country!” Good girl, CC! ❤️🦮

Nurses are truly some of the most special people on this Earth. We celebrate them today and every day. Thank you, nurses...
05/06/2026

Nurses are truly some of the most special people on this Earth. We celebrate them today and every day. Thank you, nurses, for your care and selflessness. ❤️🐾🩺

It’s Administrative Professionals Week, and we wouldn’t miss the opportunity to recognize Lindsey, the glue that holds i...
04/28/2026

It’s Administrative Professionals Week, and we wouldn’t miss the opportunity to recognize Lindsey, the glue that holds it all together at Canine Assistants. Lindsey started as personal assistant to our founder, Jennifer Arnold, but she quickly took on more and more responsibility. Frankly, you would be hard-pressed to find someone at Canine Assistants that Lindsey *hasn’t* helped. She is selfless, kind, hard-working, and a truly wonderful representative for the organization. Thank you for everything you do, Lindsey! ❤️🦮🐾

National Volunteer Appreciation Week 🖤
04/24/2026

National Volunteer Appreciation Week 🖤

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