MEET THE DOGS
Ernie
Field Work Partner
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Breed: Labrador Retriever
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Age: 2
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Sex: Male
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Weight: 61 lbs.
Alva
Field Work Partner
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Breed: Labrador Rottweiler Mix
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Age: 4
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Sex: Female
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Weight: 56 lbs.
Harriet
Field Work Partner
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Breed: Am. Staffordshire Terrier
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Age: 4
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Sex: Female
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Weight: 50 lbs.
Betty White
Field Work Trainee
Breed: Labrador Retriever
Age: 7 months
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Sex: Female
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Special talents: Biting Ernie's ears, jumping, licking faces, learning the ropes
Harper
Education Outreach Ambassador
Breed: Standard Collie
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Age: 7
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Sex: Male
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Special talents: He loves to "speak" on cue and can sniff out target odors for K9 Nose Work in the most methodical way
Remus
Education Outreach Ambassador
Breed: Standard Collie
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Age: 3
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Sex: Male
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Special talents: Loves all creatures two and four legged and is a hit in any crowd due to his fabulous hair and good looks
Bonnie
Education Outreach Ambassador
Breed: English Setter
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Age: 12
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Sex: Female
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Special talents: Can dunk a basketball, is a registered therapy dog and has her NW1 title with the NACSW
AT THE BRIDGE
Oscar
Former Lab Manager & Donation Supervisor
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Breed: White Shepherd
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Age: 9
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Sex: Male
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Weight: 75 lbs.
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Scents: 2, including Gypsy Moth egg mass
It takes a special dog to be a professional. Our dogs are specifically chosen for their ability to switch their working temperament on when we need it, and off when we don't. They are beloved family companions on their days off, but when their work clothes get put on, it's game time!