Custom Canines Service Dog Academy

01/02/2025

New Year, New You!

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01/01/2025

We wish you a very happy New Year!

12/31/2024

THANK YOU!

As we approach the end of another year, we reflect on the countless lives transformed through the love and support of our community. At Custom Canines Service Dog Academy, our mission to raise, train, and place service dogs with military veterans and first responders is not just a job—it’s a cal...

12/30/2024

One of the most common things service dog handlers get asked is "Does he ever get to just be a dog?" Gilby is here to assure you that he gets plenty of time off to run and play!

12/28/2024

As we approach the end of another year, we reflect on the countless lives transformed through the love and support of our community. At Custom Canines Service Dog Academy, our mission to raise, train, and place service dogs with military veterans and first responders is not just a job—it’s a calling. These brave individuals often face challenges that many of us can only imagine, and together, we can make a profound difference in their lives.

This year, we’ve seen an increase in requests for our services from veterans and first responders who desperately need the companionship and support that service dogs provide. From Post-traumatic stress to mobility challenges, these heroes have given so much, and they deserve the best care and support we can offer. By donating to Custom Canines, you’re not just funding a program—you’re changing lives. Here’s how your generous contribution can help:

$75.00 provides a puppy with toys, bowls, chews, etc.
$150.00 provides premium nutrition for two puppies for one month.
$300.00 sponsors heartworm and flea/tick prevention for one puppy for one year.
$500.00 outfits a service dog hero with a collar, leash and custom harness.
$1,500.00 sponsors vet care, food, treats, and toys for one puppy for one year.
$25,000.00 sponsors a complete team placement.

When you support Custom Canines, you’re giving the gift of hope, healing, and companionship. Each dog we train not only enhances the quality of life for a veteran or first responder but also creates bonds that last a lifetime. Your contributions enable us to continue our work at no cost to those we serve, ensuring that financial barriers do not stand in the way of healing.

As the year comes to a close, we invite you to consider making a tax-deductible donation to Custom Canines Service Dog Academy. Your support can help us reach our year-end fundraising goal of $50,000, allowing us to train and place even more service dogs in the coming year.

Visit https://givebutter.com/H8soHs to make your donation today. Every dollar counts and brings us one step closer to serving those who have served us.

As we close out the year, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your continued support. Together, we can create a brighter future for our military veterans and first responders—one paw at a time.

Wishing you a joyful holiday season filled with love, gratitude, and hope.

12/25/2024

Johnny is stopping by to wish you a very Merry Christmas! What did your pups find under the tree this year?

12/23/2024

Service puppies Ruck and Keta are getting in the holiday spirit!

12/18/2024

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! We cannot fulfill our mission without you! 

William "Sonny" Simon VFW Post 8216 Commander Roger Frey presents a donation check to Nicole Meadowcroft, President of the Board of Directors and Executive Director of Custom Canines Service Dog Academy.
Custom Canines is a 501(c)3, non-profit organization of dedicated, volunteer professionals and individuals who create and support lasting partnerships between highly skilled service dogs and the community of mankind with diverse disabilities.
Beyond supporting our Veterans and First Responders, Custom Canines dogs helped the community in Mount Horeb after a school shooter incident occurred in August. Since then, Custom Canines has worked closely with Dane County Emergency Management and were called upon again to respond to the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School.
If you are looking for a worthwhile organization - that is helping our community - and have some year end money to donate - please consider sending this organization whatever you can spare.

https://www.customcanines.org/donate

https://www.facebook.com/CustomCaninesServiceDogAcademy

12/18/2024

Just a few of our Midwest puppy raisers got together with their trainees for a meat raffle this past weekend. Pictured are service puppies Hawk, Ace, Recon, Thunder, Ruck, and Keta! Great job, pups!

12/18/2024

So proud of our CARE team and all of our partners in our community who come together in time of crisis! 

On Tuesday, dogs were brought to Dane County Public Safety Communications to support 911 operators

12/17/2024

Fiserv Forum? No problem!

Mia was hard at work while watching the Ramblers v. Dons game this weekend!

12/16/2024

It's National Ugly Sweater Day! We want to see your dogs sporting their best attire!

12/14/2024

Service Dogs Zelda, Kash, Violet, and Courage had the opportunity to participate at UW Madison's College De-Stress Day at the University Bookstore! These doggos were excited to offer their services to many students during final exam season.

12/13/2024

So proud of our service dog, Belle, and her handler, Kate! What a fantastic team they make and amazing to watch all of the lives they are saving and enhancing! 

Belle is among the newest group of Certified Peer Supporters, bringing the total to over 500 across the state! These employees are trained to provide confidential support to their colleagues following a critical or personal incident. Please join us in welcoming the newest members of the Peer Supporter team!

12/11/2024

Service Puppy Dream met Santa! She requested a pile of toys under the tree. 🎁

12/09/2024

Service Puppy Radar is royally fabulous 👑✨

12/04/2024

A personal thank you from our President Nicole on this amazing day of generosity!



Check out Nicole Schenck Meadowcroft’s video.

12/04/2024

As comes to an end, we have one last story to share. An important member of the CCSDA team, Bob, writes, "Without my service dog, I would be without a 'Mission in Life.' He gives me confidence and the desire to pay it forward."

We love you, Bob. ❤
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Custom Canines is a 501(c)3, non-profit organization of dedicated, volunteer professionals and indiv