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Autism Program
Explore stories and updates from our Autism Program, where specially trained Service Dogs are bringing safety, comfort, and new possibilities to children and their families. Here, you’ll see firsthand how these incredible dogs help build confidence, reduce anxiety, and open doors to a brighter, more connected life.


William and Itty: Officially a Placed Team
Itty's most important job is being there for William. She provides deep pressure therapy in the times he needs it most, offering calm and comfort when the world feels overwhelming.

Retrieving Freedom
6 hours ago2 min read


Alena and Zuma: A Partnership Already Changing Lives
Retrieving Freedom is proud to celebrate the placement of Alena and her Service Dog, Zuma, who are now officially a working team.

Retrieving Freedom
Apr 21 min read


Leah and Hero: A Perfect Match from the Start
Retrieving Freedom is proud to celebrate the successful partnership of Leah and her Service Dog, Hero, who have officially passed their Public Access Test and are now a working team.

Retrieving Freedom
Apr 22 min read


Norah and Porter: A Life-Changing Partnership
Retrieving Freedom is thrilled to announce that Norah and her Service Dog, Porter, have officially passed their Public Access Test and are now a placed team! Before Porter came into her life, Norah often found daily routines and outings overwhelming. Attending her big sister’s volleyball games, for example, wasn’t possible. Now, with Porter by her side, Norah can participate in those moments—feeling calm, confident, and supported. Porter loves being near her, and Norah finds

Retrieving Freedom
Oct 29, 20252 min read


Hudson and Fiji: A Perfect Partnership in Motion
Retrieving Freedom is proud to celebrate a wonderful milestone— Hudson and his Service Dog, Fiji, have officially passed their Public Access Test and are now a placed team! From the moment they met, it was clear Hudson and Fiji shared something special. The two quickly bonded over their love of watching trucks and trains—two of Hudson’s favorite things—and have become inseparable ever since. Whether exploring together or taking on everyday routines, Fiji has been by Hudson’s

Retrieving Freedom
Oct 24, 20251 min read


Autism Client Thea and her Service Dog Skittle
Retrieving Freedom is thrilled to announce the new partnership of Thea and her Service Dog, Skittle. From the very beginning, it was clear these two were meant to be together.

Retrieving Freedom
Sep 30, 20251 min read


Autism Client Locklynn and her Service Dog Quinn
After passing their Public Access Test, Locklynn and Quinn are now officially working together. This important milestone reflects the hard work and dedication of both the family and Quinn’s trainers.

Retrieving Freedom
Jul 1, 20251 min read


Deacon and his autism Service Dog Luigi
After passing their Public Access Test, Deacon and Luigi are now officially a working team. Luigi has already made a remarkable difference in Deacon’s daily life.

Retrieving Freedom
May 1, 20251 min read


Meet Fynn and Bubba: A Story of Friendship, Safety, and Freedom
We are thrilled to announce that autism client Fynn and his Service Dog Bubba have passed their Public Access Test and are now an official working team!

Retrieving Freedom
Sep 10, 20242 min read


Tucker and his autism Service Dog Cider!
Autism client Tucker and Cider passed their public access test today and became an official team!

Retrieving Freedom
Aug 1, 20241 min read


Autism client Chloe & her Service Dog Berkley!
Autism client Chloe and her Service Dog, Berkley, have passed their public access test and are an official team!

Stacy Edgar
Apr 17, 20241 min read


Autism client Joey & his Service Dog Lennex
Autism client Joey and his Service Dog Lennex have become an official team!

Retrieving Freedom
Apr 12, 20241 min read


Autism Client Harry and Service Dog Maggie!
We are very excited to announce that autism client Harry and Service Dog Maggie are officially a placed team!

Retrieving Freedom
Mar 29, 20241 min read


Autism Client Lyric and Service Dog Balto!
We are excited to share that Lyric and Service Dog Balto passed their public access test and have become an official team!

Retrieving Freedom
Mar 6, 20241 min read
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