Custom Canines Service Dog Academy

01/06/2026

We are incredibly grateful to Victor and Corrine for their generous $1,200 donation toward our elevator project. 💙
Support like this helps make our facility more accessible for the people and dogs we serve, and we truly couldn’t do this without our amazing community. Thank you for believing in our mission and helping us move one step closer.🐾

01/04/2026

We had such a meaningful time coming together for our annual Custom Canines Holiday Party. ✨

Seeing our hardworking service dogs and the incredible community that supports them all in one room was a powerful reminder of why this mission matters. It was especially meaningful to share space with the veterans and first responders who are supported by their service dogs each day, alongside the many people who make this work possible behind the scenes.

We are deeply grateful for every person who plays a role in this mission. Here’s to another year of saving lives through the work of service dogs and continuing to serve those who have given so much. 🐕‍🦺🤍

01/01/2026

As we step into a new year, our hearts are full of gratitude.

To our supporters, volunteers, puppy raisers, and donors, thank you for believing in our mission and making 2025 unforgettable. Because of you, lives were changed one service dog at a time.

We’re so excited for what’s ahead and honored to continue this journey together.

Happy New Year from all of us at Custom Canines 🐕‍🦺🤍

12/31/2025

We’re grateful to WKOW 27 for sharing our story and helping spread the word about why accessibility matters.

We are raising $51,000 to replace our elevator lift, so veterans, first responders, and individuals with disabilities can fully access our training facility.

This lift is critical to ensuring every service dog team can train without barriers.

📰 Watch the story here:
👉 https://www.wkow.com/news/top-stories/service-dog-non-profit-looking-to-raise-51-000-for-new-lift-elevator/article_5fef8975-fc51-4f2e-98c7-7a8a4973ee19.html

💙 Want to help? Donate here:
👉 https://givebutter.com/Lift-Our-Heroes

Thank you for helping us lift them up

MADISON (WKOW) - Custom Canines Service Dog Academy is looking to raise $51,000 to replace its lift elevator.

12/30/2025

Because access matters for every team. 🐕‍🦺

Service dogs don’t work alone. Neither do the heroes they support.

Right now, our elevator lift needs to be replaced so every service dog team can fully access our training facility. Without it, some handlers face barriers that limit their training, and that’s not something we’re willing to accept.

We’re raising $51,738 to make our facility fully accessible for veterans, first responders, and individuals with disabilities.

Every step of training matters.
Every space should be accessible.

👉 Help us lift them up: https://givebutter.com/Lift-Our-Heroes

Thank you for helping us remove barriers and open doors. 🤍
— Custom Canines Service Dog Academy

12/29/2025

West Coast crew soaking up the sunshine ☀️🌵
Meanwhile… the Midwest crew is watching from under a blanket ❄️😅
Training happens everywhere! rain, snow, or desert views. 🐾

🐕‍🦺

12/26/2025

Every day, veterans, first responders, and individuals with disabilities come to Custom Canines Service Dog Academy to begin their service dog journey.

Right now, not every hero can access every part of our facility.

Our elevator lift needs to be replaced, creating barriers for some of the people who need us most. We’re raising $51,738 to install a new, fully functioning lift so every handler can reach every training space without limitation.

These heroes have already overcome so much.
They shouldn’t have to overcome our building.

✨ A matching grant opportunity is coming in January, meaning your impact could soon be doubled.

👉 Help us lift them up: https://givebutter.com/Lift-Our-Heroes

Together, we can make our facility fully accessible and ensure no hero is left behind.

12/25/2025

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas from all of us at Custom Canines 🎄🐾

This season, we’re especially holding our veterans and first responders close, those serving others, even when it means being away from home.

Thinking of you and sending love this Christmas 🤍☃️

12/23/2025

12/21/2025

Our Santa mall training was a big success! 🎅🐾
All of the dogs did amazing working on obedience, public manners, and escalators in a busy environment. We couldn’t be more proud of the progress they’re making and the confidence they continue to build with every outing. ❤️

12/20/2025

Our dogs remind us that support doesn’t always need words. Sometimes it’s a calm presence, a gentle touch, and simply being there together.
We’re grateful for our CARE Team and the opportunity to support our community in meaningful moments. 🐕‍🦺🤍