Early Alert Canines

Early Alert Canines Early Alert Canines trains medical alert dogs to enhance the health, safety and well-being of individuals with insulin-dependent diabetes.

NOTE: We merged with national nonprofit Canine Companions, a service dog provider. Visit canine.org for more info. Early Alert Canines is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that seeks to improve the lives of insulin-dependent diabetics by training, placing and providing recertification services of Diabetic Alert Dogs. Early Alert Canines works with insulin-dependent diabetics of all ages and speci

alizes in "skilled companion" dogs who work with families with young diabetic children. Diabetic Alert Dogs are trained to notify their handlers that the diabetic is experiencing the biochemical changes that happen, undetected by the diabetic and current consumer technology, at the onset of blood sugar changes. The biochemical changes give off a scent that humans cannot recognize, but dogs, with their superior sense of smell, react to quickly. Early Alert Canines provide just that: an early warning which allows the diabetic or diabetic caretaker to avoid acutely dangerous low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Early Alert Canines is actively raising funds today! Your donation can be made through our website, www.earlyalertcanines.org, or you can contact EAC through postal mail at:
1641 Challenge Dr., #300, Concord, CA 94520


We want to hear from you! Contact us with questions, comments, concerns: [email protected]

🌼 Countdown to Matriculation: EAC Louise in Bloom! 🌼It’s only fitting that our fearless girl EAC Louise gets her own flo...
11/07/2025

🌼 Countdown to Matriculation: EAC Louise in Bloom! 🌼

It’s only fitting that our fearless girl EAC Louise gets her own flower moment — because she’s been blossoming since day one! 💛

From curious puppy to confident young service dog in training, Louise has grown into a steady, joyful presence who takes every new adventure in stride (and looks stunning doing it 🌸). Whether she’s surrounded by petals or her favorite people, she always brings sunshine wherever she goes. ☀️🐾

As she prepares to begin her next chapter with Canine Companions, we’re celebrating all the ways she’s bloomed — with love, courage, and plenty of squeaky toys along the way. 🎾💙

🎁 EAC Thelma – Holiday Throwback!Throwing it back to last year’s holiday season with our joyful girl EAC Thelma! ❄️✨Pict...
11/06/2025

🎁 EAC Thelma – Holiday Throwback!

Throwing it back to last year’s holiday season with our joyful girl EAC Thelma! ❄️✨
Pictured here spreading cheer alongside her fellow service dog buddies EAC Bernadette and EAC Scarlett (retired) — this trio truly embodied the spirit of the season! 🎄🐾

Whether she was playing in the snow, playing fetch by the decorations, or wagging her way through holiday adventures, Thelma brought joy everywhere she went. 💛

Now, as she prepares to begin her next chapter with Canine Companions, we can’t help but feel proud of how far she’s come — from festive pup to future life-changer. 💙

🎄 EAC Louise – Holiday Throwback!Looking back at last year’s festive season with our fearless girl EAC Louise! 🎅🐾From co...
11/06/2025

🎄 EAC Louise – Holiday Throwback!

Looking back at last year’s festive season with our fearless girl EAC Louise! 🎅🐾
From cozy car rides with twinkling lights to showing off her favorite squeaky toys under the tree, Louise made every moment merry and bright. 🎁💛

Now, as she gets ready to begin her next chapter with Canine Companions, we’re feeling extra grateful for the joy she’s brought to every season. 💙

Here’s to Louise — spreading cheer all year long! ❄️🐕

As we celebrate the last of our Early Alert Canines puppies preparing for matriculation, we couldn’t miss a chance to sh...
11/06/2025

As we celebrate the last of our Early Alert Canines puppies preparing for matriculation, we couldn’t miss a chance to share what makes Thelma so special — straight from her puppy raiser, Cathy 💛

🐾 “Thelma is pure joy and has so much love for life. When asked about her personality this is what immediately comes to mind: sweet, silly, attentive, loving, smart, willing, adaptable, and fun. She makes my heart absolutely soar!"

Thelma, we can’t wait to cheer you on as you begin your next adventure with Canine Companions! 💙

🐾 Countdown to Matriculation: EAC Louise! 🐾As we say farewell to our last puppies raised through Early Alert Canines, le...
11/05/2025

🐾 Countdown to Matriculation: EAC Louise! 🐾

As we say farewell to our last puppies raised through Early Alert Canines, let’s get to know Louise a little better through the eyes of her puppy raisers, Devin and Jill 💛

✨ “One of the first things we noticed about Louise was her fearlessness. Nothing we introduced her to as a puppy fazed her in the slightest. She’ll be a rock for whoever she’s paired with.”

🚗 “Louise is the best car rider ever!”

⏰ “Louise is a great alarm clock! There’s nothing like waking up to her cold nose bumps and her beautiful eyes staring at you.”

🎾 “Louise’s favorite toy is her KONG Jumbler Ball. She loves making it squeak!”

👃 “Louise always has her nose to the ground and is happy to lead the way.”

We’re so proud of you, Louise, and can’t wait to see all the amazing things you’ll do in your next chapter with Canine Companions! 💙

🌸 EAC Thelma’s Flower Girl Era 🌸Throughout her puppy-raising journey, EAC Thelma has always had a touch of elegance and ...
11/04/2025

🌸 EAC Thelma’s Flower Girl Era 🌸

Throughout her puppy-raising journey, EAC Thelma has always had a touch of elegance and charm — whether she’s posing in a field of blooms or proudly wearing a flower crown. Her gentle nature and bright spirit have made her a joy to everyone she’s met along the way. 💛🐾

As Thelma prepares to begin her formal training with Canine Companions, we’re celebrating all the moments that made her who she is; confident, kind, and ready to blossom into the amazing service dog she’s meant to be. 🌼

Join us in wishing Thelma good luck as she gets ready to take her next big step on November 7!

✨ What a Difference a Year Can Make! ✨From tiny puppy paws to a confident service dog in training, EAC Louise has come s...
11/03/2025

✨ What a Difference a Year Can Make! ✨

From tiny puppy paws to a confident service dog in training, EAC Louise has come so far in just one year. 🐾💛

These photos from October 2024 and October 2025 show how much growth, learning, and love go into preparing a future service dog. Over the past year, Louise has been building her skills, confidence, and partnership with her raisers — all leading up to her next big step: matriculating to Canine Companions! 🎓🐶

We couldn’t be prouder of how far she’s come and can’t wait to see what the future holds. Stay tuned all week as we count down to matriculation day for EAC Louise and EAC Thelma!

🎓 Countdown to Matriculation: EAC Thelma & EAC Louise!This Friday, November 7, we’ll be cheering on two very special gir...
11/02/2025

🎓 Countdown to Matriculation: EAC Thelma & EAC Louise!

This Friday, November 7, we’ll be cheering on two very special girls, EAC Thelma and EAC Louise, as they head to the Canine Companions Northwest Campus to begin their formal training! 🐾✨

Lovingly raised through Early Alert Canines to become diabetic alert dogs, Thelma and Louise are now off to discover what type of service work will be the best fit for their incredible skills and personalities. 💛

This moment is especially meaningful, as Thelma and Louise are the last puppies raised by Early Alert Canines. A beautiful closing chapter to our puppy raising program and a celebration of all the dedicated volunteers and puppy raisers who helped shape their paths! In honor of their journeys, we will be featuring them all week on our socials starting with some throwback puppy pictures today!

Please join us in wishing Thelma and Louise the best of luck and a heartfelt farewell as they take their next big step toward changing lives!

Happy Halloween! 🦸‍♀️🐾 EAC Dixie is all suited up as Supergirl, but our service dogs are superheroes every day—helping k...
10/31/2025

Happy Halloween! 🦸‍♀️🐾 EAC Dixie is all suited up as Supergirl, but our service dogs are superheroes every day—helping keep their clients safe, independent, and confident. 💛

Whether it’s alerting to dangerous blood sugar changes or providing comfort and support, these amazing pups make a real-life difference. Today, we just get to enjoy their superpowers in costume! 🎃✨

🎃 EAC Cort and his handler are fully embracing the fall spirit — from pumpkin patches to Halloween costumes! 🍂👻Even duri...
10/30/2025

🎃 EAC Cort and his handler are fully embracing the fall spirit — from pumpkin patches to Halloween costumes! 🍂👻

Even during all the fun and excitement, Cort never forgets his important job. Our service dogs are trained to be ready to alert anytime, anywhere; proving that dedication doesn’t take a holiday. 💛🐾

The reason our dogs are so well-prepared for every situation is thanks in large part to our amazing volunteers who raise and foster them. If you’d like to be part of this life-changing journey, visit our website to learn how you can volunteer! 🌟

Happy National Cat Day! 🐱💛 Did you know our clients can have pets living in their home alongside a service dog? Cats, do...
10/29/2025

Happy National Cat Day! 🐱💛 Did you know our clients can have pets living in their home alongside a service dog? Cats, dogs, and other furry friends can all coexist happily with the right training and environment.

Our service dogs are trained to focus on their important work while being gentle and respectful with all household pets—so every member of the family can feel safe and loved. 🐾✨

🎤🐾 What an incredible night! A huge THANK YOU to our amazing volunteers, generous donors, and wonderful guests who made ...
10/29/2025

🎤🐾 What an incredible night! A huge THANK YOU to our amazing volunteers, generous donors, and wonderful guests who made Comedy for Canines such a success! Your support helps us continue placing life-changing service dogs completely free of charge to those in need. 💙

A special shoutout to our fantastic MC Marcus D and the hilarious Jeff Applebaum for keeping us laughing all night long! 😂🐶

We’re so grateful for everyone who came out to support Early Alert Canines — together, we’re changing lives one wag at a time! 💫

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1641 Challenge Drive
Concord, CA
94520

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