The Dog Alliance

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The Dog Alliance

Helping people through the power of the human-canine bond. Well trained dogs improve lives! We offer online and in-person options.
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The Dog Alliance offers various programs such as service dogs for veterans, public dog training classes, Shear Excellence Dog Grooming Academy, Train Your Own Service Dog for civilians and veterans, summer camps, and Bow Wow Dog Therapy. Our public dog training includes puppy classes, dog manners, sports including agility, tricks classes, private lessons, and so much more! Go to our website to find out more on how you and your dog can get involved 😊🐕

07/19/2024

Whippet brothers - Mocha and Turbo - are excelling in their Hounds for Heroes training. Here at the Dog Alliance we're introducing this breed alongside the mainstay Labs and Goldens for several reasons. are known for their gentle and loving nature forming strong bonds with their families. They require minimal grooming with reduced shedding compared to many working dogs. And, they enjoy a good balance of active playtime and relaxed lounging with their humans! Mocha (thin stripe) & Turbo love our weekly public access outings where they can practice their skills!

07/19/2024

Dogs: 30,000 million. Humans: 6 million. The number of olfactory receptors we humans have pales in comparison to our best friends! Dogs have neophilia (a new word for Scrabble!) which is an attraction to new and interesting odors! You know what we're talking about here! Let's put that nose to work in a fun new way! Join trainer Naomi as she shares "Introduction to Odor" https://academy.thedogalliance.org/w/events/84-intro-to-odor/11031 - which is the next class up from Nosework (next class scheduled for early Fall).

07/17/2024

Puppies! Adorably cute with early training and socialization highly recommended! Trainer Lindsey has fun ways to learn including "no jumping for attention", "learn to settle", "learn leave it", and sharing safe exercises that align with the puppies' growth and maturity. Our Puppy Manners class has 4 starting date options for puppies 14-weeks to 6-months old!
Visit https://academy.thedogalliance.org/w/events/10-puppy-manners-14-weeks-to-6-months/10458 for details and to register for this outstanding way to bond with your puppy!

07/15/2024

Hats off for our training program! Need to clean a closet? We need gently used (or new) hats to use for Hounds for Heroes and Train Your Own Service Dog training. Bike helmets, wide-brim hats, ball caps, police or fire helmets, cowboy hats, "ladies who lunch" hats...you get the idea! We use in our Distractions and People Greeting workshops training the dogs to be comfortable with a variety of headgear, scarves, glasses, etc.
Please bring your donated hats to the Dog Alliance, 1321 W. New Hope Dr., Cedar Park, TX during 9-5 business hours Mon-Thurs or you can leave them on our covered front porch here for a class in the evening or on weekends. Need more details? Email [email protected]! Tell your friends! The dogs say, "Woof!"...and "Thank You"!

07/12/2024

Bow Wow Therapy Dogs volunteer handler and dog teams snuggled with attendees at the Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) annual event held at the Convention Center . Boudreaux, Tessa, Sky, Rally, Molly, and Riley offered and furry rubs in a special relaxation area sponsored by the great folks at The Farmer's Dog - makers of yummy, fresh food for your best dog! With more than 8,000 attendees from throughout the world, these kept very busy during the 3-day convention! Very special thanks to the AVMA for inviting us and to for sponsoring this wellness experience!

07/10/2024

Do we love to take and share pictures of our dogs or what? Tomorrow on Day (July 11) is a perfect opportunity to appreciate our pets who give us unconditional love. DYK simply sharing cute, fun, or silly photos of dogs can bring smiles and happiness to others? Gigi, Fender, Tessa, Earle, Panini, Bailey, Shammie, Ranger, and Franklin (pictured) hope you're smiling right now! Have a fav photo of your dog? Please share with us!

07/09/2024

Day School is ! Just ask Finn, Diggory, Romeo, Guaraldi, Tazi, and Teddy (pictured in order)! Limited to 6 dogs per session, these enjoy individualized training along with group play and socialization. Trainers Becca and Lindsey work to make sure every dog...and its owner...love the experiences! Visit https://www.thedogalliance.org/DogDaySchool to learn more about this popular program! To bring more smiles, please share your favorite photo of your dog!

07/08/2024

You are invited to our freeOpen House to learn about exciting skills training opportunities for aspiring . Join us at the Dog Alliance this Fri July 12 from Noon to 1:15 PM where you will:
Discover the comprehensive training program we provide;
Meet our experienced instructors;
Tour our excellent grooming facilities; and
Enjoy refreshments and network with fellow pet enthusiasts.
REGISTER online: https://academy.thedogalliance.org/w/events/29-grooming-academy-open-house

07/05/2024

Ever tried to get the perfect picture of your dog? 😄 Fauna, Dory, Earle, and Turbo are so happy it's ! Who says can't be fun?

07/04/2024

Stitch and Kit are proud to be training as through Hounds for Heroes supported in part by Austin Subaru! A quick reminder when celebrating to keep your pets safe - quiet space, collars with ID and/or microchip, plenty of water and shade. How does your dog celebrate the - we'd love to see your pictures!

07/03/2024

Stitch understands that requires adjustments...from wearing hats to navigating unknown places. "Steady Stitch" asks all pet owners to work especially hard this to calm, protect, and keep your safe! Share a great tip that works with your dog - it may well be exactly what another pet owner needs today!

07/01/2024

Sky, a Bow Wow , shone on-stage at the recent Global Healthcare Exchange corporate event held in . During their 3-day event, several of our therapy dog teams mingled and greeted attendees. GHX partners with the industry’s most innovative healthcare leaders around a common purpose: improving patient care and lowering the cost to deliver it. We were thrilled to be invited to their gathering and so appreciative of their generous corporate donation! Thanks Betsy & Susan for speaking on-stage and highlighting the Dog Alliance programs to serve others!

06/28/2024

Mater, a Hounds for Heroes in-training, loves visiting the Bullock Texas State History Museum with his handler, Cheryl. The museum has so much to offer for this summer! Why not go this weekend? You can enjoy an IMAX® movie or stroll through the exhibits! Mater gives it a hearty tail wag and 4 paws up! Have you been to the museum? What was your favorite thing to do there?
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06/28/2024

Our "All About Dogs" Camp is perfect for the 6-8-year-old kiddos who love dogs! This week, campers learned alongside Mocha, Turbo, Panini, and Stitch who happily accepted hugs...and treats! 🐾 😃 Kiddos learned how dogs "talk" with us, how to safely approach a new dog, learned games and enrichment activities with dogs, and found out about the work of service dogs and therapy dogs and why its important! One camp week for this age group remains with a couple openings - July 22-25.
https://academy.thedogalliance.org/w/events/20-all-about-dogs-camp-ages-6-8-years-old (Instagram use link in our bio!).

06/28/2024

Today is National Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Day. Through our Hounds for Heroes and Train Your Own Service Dog programs, the Dog Alliance provides service dogs as a method of helping military veterans, first responders, and civilians find greater independence. Dogs (pictured) like Copper, Finn, Emmett, Sparky, Molly, Anakin, and Teddy!

Anxiety and Panic Attack Interruption: Service dogs are trained to recognize signs of anxiety or panic attacks and intervene by providing tactile stimulation -- nudging, pawing or deep pressure therapy -- to help ground their handler and reduce the severity of the episode.

Public Safety and Confidence: Service dogs help their handler feel more secure in public spaces by providing a sense of safety and acting as a buffer in crowded environments, which can reduce hyper-vigilance and anxiety.

Emotional Support and Companionship: Service dogs provide consistent companionship, which can help reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation.

Read more about our service dog training by visiting https://www.thedogalliance.org/houndsforheroes or use our bio link from Instagram.

06/26/2024

As June draws to a close, we simply must give a huge shoutout to ! This local dealership of a beloved brand knows ! And, the Dog Alliance is a fortunate recipient of their generosity! Their June ends this Saturday with donations of $50 for every new Subaru sold or leased. Know someone in the market for a fabulous car? Tell them to head on over and ❤️. No need for a car today? You can still show support by "liking and sharing" this post for the generosity of Austin Subaru for our Hounds for Heroes training program!

06/26/2024

Dory! This happy girl is rocking her training under the guidance of puppy raiser Sheryl! Soon to be 8-months-old, Panini's puppies - Dory, Fauna, Mater, and Stitch - are learning every day here at the Dog Alliance. Brothers "Thumper" and "Dodger" are also training to be service dogs through Dogs for Life (FL) traded through our Assistance Dogs International Cooperative Breeding program.

06/25/2024

Hey, chilly thoughts could help cool you down when it's in the 90s this week! Yep, today is (and there's even a hashtag for that! 😃 Be honest, how many of you start your holiday shopping early? Is your dog on the "naughty" or "nice" list? 🐾🎁

06/24/2024

Mocha, Stitch and Panini supervised the unloading of soundproof panels generously donated by ! We're jazzed to be able to use them in our classrooms, the new grooming studio, and in the kennel area. Thank you Uplift Desk! Your generosity will help us and !

06/21/2024

Our Hounds for Heroes in-training make an everyday occurrence here! Do you ever take your dog to work? We'd love to see your favorite photo!

Here are a few reasons why bringing your dog to work is a great thing!
INSTANT STRESS RELIEF: Nothing beats a wagging tail and puppy eyes to melt away work tension.
SOCIAL MAGNET: Your dog turns colleagues into instant friends, sparking conversations and camaraderie.
BUILT-IN REMINDER: Regular walk breaks with your dog keep you active and refreshed throughout the day.
MORALE BOOSTER: A happy, playful dog can lift everyone's spirits, making the workplace more enjoyable.
CREATIVITY CATALYST: Dogs can inspire new ideas and out-of-the-box thinking with their playful antics and curiosity.

06/21/2024

Few things better than kids and dogs having fun! Despite the , our K9 Kids Summer Camp is rocking! A few openings remain for camp weeks during July. Treat your favorite kiddo to a fun experience before school resumes! Check out availability here: https://www.thedogalliance.org/summercamp. Share any K9 camp photos from earlier this summer or prior years! Why did your child love it?

06/18/2024

Oh, Ava! There's a better choice of beer! Throughout June, patrons at Austin's Yard Bar can enjoy the special Fat Tire "Rally Beer" giving back 15% of sales to Austin Subaru Charity Partners including the Dog Alliance! Bring your dog as "good dogs and their humans hang out here"!

06/16/2024

You know you're a when you...
1. have more photos of your dog on your phone than of anyone else.
2. instinctively spell out W-A-L-K to avoid setting off a furry frenzy.
3. stock your pockets with dog treats, just in case.
4. greet other dogs on the street before their owners.
Who agrees? Happy Father's Day to all the dads of 2-legged and 4-legged family members!

06/15/2024

Boomer brings his big alongside his dad and handler, Matt! As a Bow Wow Therapy team, this is known for his "Boomer Lean" happily accepting hugs and pets from all ages...all people! On this , Boomer is definitely his dad's #1 fan!

06/14/2024

When volunteering goes to the dogs! Very special thanks to the great folks from Whole Foods Market Cedar Park (TX) who worked to "Clean the Green" on our campus and then helped with a weekly Distractions Workshop with our in-training. If your company is interested in volunteering and supporting our programs, send an inquiry to [email protected].

06/13/2024

Tessa and her happy are well-known to our area . Together with owner, Kate, this popular Bow Wow Therapy team brings joy, laughter, hugs, and compassion to the hard work of providing top quality healthcare. On this we celebrate Tessa & Kate and all our fantastic Bow Wow Therapy Dog teams!

06/12/2024

Austin Subaru loves dogs. Through June 30, for every Subaru vehicle purchased or leased, each customer will choose which of the 6 nonprofits to support with a $50 donation from this local dealership. Our Hounds for Heroes program received $4,000 last summer from this sales event! Let's work to match that in 2024!

06/11/2024

It's and Panini is happy to join the fun. Share a favorite photo of your dog with his or her tongue out!

06/10/2024

Summer Camps have officially started here at The Dog Alliance and it has been a blast!
There is nothing better than seeing kids learn and have fun with dogs. We are very excited for the weeks of summer camps to come!☀🧡

06/08/2024

Today is National Best Friends day!

Be sure to give you best friend, human or animal, some extra love today!

Fauna & Kit Kat have always been good buddies🧡🧡

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1321 W. New Hope Drive
Cedar Park, TX
78613

Telephone

+15123357100

Website

http://www.thedogalliance.org/

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K9 Kids Summer Camp Fun!

Few things better than kids and dogs having fun! Despite the #summerheat, our K9 Kids Summer Camp is rocking! A few openings remain for camp weeks during July. Treat your favorite kiddo to a fun experience before school resumes! Check out availability here: https://www.thedogalliance.org/summercamp. Share any K9 camp photos from earlier this summer or prior years! Why did your child love it? . #summercampfun #kidsanddogs #dogsmiles

Happy June 1st & the kickoff of Austin Subaru Do Good Feel Good event! This month long campaign gives anyone who purchases or leases a new car from Austin Subaru the privilage to allocate a $50 donation to any partner of their choice! Dog Alliance is honored to have been chosen as one of Austin Subaru's 6 pillar partners and we hope that if you purchase a Subaru in the month of June- that you will allocate your donation to The Dog Alliance and all of our work to better our community through the power of dogs! #thedogalliance #servicedogs #austinsubaru #DoGoodFeelGood #SubaruLovesToCare #ShareTheLove

Our Hounds for Heroes and Train Your Own Service Dog teams took to the Domain for some public access training! From big retail stores, to parking garages, construction noises and all, these teams were amazing! We are so proud of them all as they continue on with their training here at The Dog Alliance! #thedogalliance #dogtraining #cedarparktexas #servicedogsforveterans #servicedogs

Have you or your pup gotten to meet our campus kitty, Stash? He loves getting to meet new humans and adores saying hi to any dog that greets him on campus! Moon, a pup in training classes here at Dog Alliance, got to meet Stash the other day and they became instant friends!🧡 #thedogalliance #dogtraining #cedarparktexas #dogsandcatslove

A big THANK YOU to the Charles Schwab volunteer group that took the time out of their busy days to come volunteer and learn all about us here at The Dog Alliance! They were an amazing help cleaning up our campus and making it beautiful, and an even bigger help to train our service dogs in training during our distraction workshops! We can't thank y'all enough for volunteering in this way and we hope to have you back very soon! #thedogalliance #servicedogs #houndsforheroes #Schwab4Good #CharlesSchwab #volunteer

Meet Beth- one of our Dog Alliance Summer Camp Parents! Her daughter is going on her third year of summer camps and Beth has been so happy with how much she has grown in confidence and her love of dogs during our summer camps! We always ensure our summer camp kids are comfortable and happy in this environment so they can walk away having had the best week spent with dogs. 🧡 Sign up for summer camps today! #thedogalliance #kidsummercamp #dogtraining #therapydogs #funwithdogs

A few of our amazing Service Dogs in training got to visit the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum! They did wonderful at taking in all the sights and sounds, and even got their pictures in front of the state capital! Train your own service dog pups: Mack & Samson Hounds for Heroes pup: Mater We are so proud of these teams! 🧡 #thedogalliance #bobbullock #texasstatehistorymuseum #dogtraining #houndsforheroes #servicedogs

Our April Distraction workshop was a blast! These pups handled so many tough distractions such as moving toys, sound objects, strollers, medical equipment, even empty jars of peanut butter! We can't wait for the next one and are so proud of how our Hounds for Heroes dogs are doing in their training! 🧡 #thedogalliance #houndsforheroes #servicedogs #dogtraining #cedarparktexas

Therapy Dogs are magic 🧡 We appreciate all of our Bow Wow Therapy Dog teams and the service they provide to our communities! From hospitals, to schools, to court houses, dogs like Tessa know how to spread cheer everywhere they go! ✨ #thedogalliance #bowwowtherapy #therapydogs #dogtraining #cedarparktexas

April is Dog Appreciation Month, and here at The Dog Alliance we think there is no better way to appreciate the love we get from our dogs than to invest in a fun training class for them! Training provides mental enrichment and important life skills that will improve the overall health and well being of our furry best friends! We have 2 fun classes starting this Saturday the 13th, as well as many more on our website! Dog Manners 1- Learn the basic manners and have fun while doing so! Bow Wow Therapy Training Class- Does your pup love people? Want to give back to your community by becoming a therapy dog team? Your time is now! We hope to see you & your pup on our campus soon! #thedogalliance #dogtraining #therapydogs #cedarparktexas #dogappreciationmonth

April is Canine Fitness Month! Focusing on fitness and body health is incredibly important for the overall life of our pups. Keeping your dog is good physical condition extends their life by many years, as well as helps to prevent injuries or have an easier time recovering from them! Want to learn more about how to add more fitness into your dogs life? Our Canine Fitness & Fun class as well as Sport Dog Foundations are a great way to get started- be sure to sign up soon! #thedogalliance #caninefitnessmonth #caninehealth #dogtraining #caninefitness #cedarparktexas

Grooming Now Open!

Exciting news... Our Dog Alliance Grooming Salon is now open for bookings! 🐾✨ Our amazing groomer Becca is dedicated to treating you and your pet like royalty. All grooming services are delivered using fear-free techniques, so your dog will be comfortable and happy here! After a day of pampering at our spa, your dog will come home smelling and looking great- What's not to love? Booking your appointment today: https://booking.moego.pet/ol/landing?name=DogAllianceGroomingSalon #thedogalliance #doggrooming #dogsalon #cedarparktexas #puppylove

New Class Alert! Our new Wonderful Weaves class will help you learn all the ins and outs of teaching your dog to conquer the weave poles!Whether you are just now teaching the weaves, or wanting to fine tune your pups weaving skills- this class is for you! Topics include:-Indpendent weaving and entries-Driving through the poles-Fitness for weaving and Footwork& much more!Class begins April 18th at 9am! Register now at the link in our bio! #thedogalliance #dogtraining #dogagility #cedarparktexas #weavepoles

Cindi & her amazing dogs!

Meet Cindi - one of the beating hearts here at The Dog Alliance! She has been a long time volunteer and helper in many of our programs- being a therapy team with her pup Ranger and becoming a puppy raiser for our Hounds for Heroes program with Franklin! Her joy and love for working with dogs to and giving back to her community is so strong, and we are very lucky to have her with us! 🧡 Want to join in our mission to empower people in our communit through the power of dogs? Become a volunteer today or donate to help us in our efforts! There is still a few hours left for Amplify Austin 2024 for your donation to be MATCHED! Show your love for dogs by donating today! https://www.amplifyatx.org/organizations/the-dog-alliance #thedogalliance #therapydogs #servicedogs #volunteer #amplifyaustin2024

Amplify Austin 2023!

Amplify Austin 2024 is HERE! All the donations from this time of giving will directly benefit all of our programs here at The Dog Alliance. From service dogs to pet classes, and much more- we are here to make a positive impact on our community! Your donation during amplify will help us reach our goals for this amazing year- be sure to join in on this amazing way to impact your community through the power of dogs! Donating ends TOMORROW, March 7th, at 6pm! https://www.amplifyatx.org/organizations/the-dog-alliance I Live Here I Give Here #thedogalliance #amplifyaustin #ilivehereigivehere #therapydogs #servicedogs

Bow Wow Therapy Team- Carmen & Charlie

Bow Wow Therapy Team Carmen & her pup Charlie have been amazing assets to their community, bringing joy to people through the power and healing that dogs bring! We believe that we can bring stress down in our schools through the comfort of a therapy dog, and we need your help to continue bringing this comfort to more schools within our community. Think you and your pup would make a great therapy team? Check out our classes today! It's time for AMPLIFY! Amplify the amazing work that teams like Carmen & Charlie are doing by donating during Amplify Austin 2024. Every donation to the Dog Alliance will be matched, so make yours today! Amplify Austin occurs March 6-7th, and early donating is already happening! Don't miss out on this opportunity to make an impact today. https://www.amplifyatx.org/organizations/the-dog-alliance I Live Here I Give Here #thedogalliance #amplifyaustin #amplifywilco #ilivehereigivehere #therapydogs

Our service dog in training puppies took to Lakeline Mall for their most recent public outing! They got to see al the sights, smells, and distractions a mall environment has to offer! From escalators, to arcade games, to just settling in a new exciting environment- these puppies handled it all like pros! We are so happy to see how their training is progressing. 🧡 #thedogalliance #servicedogs #houndsforheroes #dogtraining #cedarparktexas

It’s trick time! January is National Train Your Dog Month, and what better way than to teach your dog some fun new tricks and tasks in the new year! Learn all sorts of fun and flashy tricks, as well as foundations for service dog tasks. This class is very flexible, and will work with what you’re hoping to teach your pup! We will even be hosting AKC trick title evaluations the last week of class- so your pup could walk away with a new AKC Trick Title! Come join this fun & unique class starting Wednesday the 31st at 4pm! #dogtraining #thedogalliance #tricktraining #domorewithyourdog #austintexas #akctrickdog

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The Dog Alliance story

The Dog Alliance is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that strives to improve lives through therapeutic programs based on the bond between humans and canines. Our main community-outreach programs are the Hounds for Heroes and Bow Wow Therapy Dogs programs. Additionally, we provide basic to advanced dog training classes and summer camps for dog-loving children ages 5-15 available to all members of our community.

The Hounds for Heroes program trains service dogs to improve the quality of life for veterans with post-traumatic stress and or mobility challenges.

The Bow Wow Therapy Dog program trains and certifies therapy dogs and their handlers who visit over 300 sites a year including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and nursing homes; provides assistance to at-risk readers at schools and libraries through the Bow Wow Reading Dog program; and provide stress relief at a wide variety of locations, including nonprofit and for-profit organizations, courts, offices and college campuses.

To learn more about our programs or to make a life-changing gift, visit us online at www.thedogalliance.org.