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ECAD Service Dogs

@ECADServiceDogs

Our mission is to train and place Assistance Dogs to help people with disabilities gain independence and mobility.

 Torrington CT
ecad1.org
Joined June 2011
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Socialization field trip! Guess where we are. 👀 #ECADServiceDogs #ServiceDogsInTraining #ServiceDog
A golden ECAD Service Dog in training wearing a green vest curiously watches two small animals through the glass of an enclosure during a socialization outing.

ALT A golden ECAD Service Dog in training wearing a green vest curiously watches two small animals through the glass of an enclosure during a socialization outing.

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Every weekend is an adventure! 🍂🐾 Even supervising the yard work gives your Service Dogs in Training a chance to experience everyday home life. Want a four-legged weekend companion? Become an ECAD Home Handler! 💚 ecad1.org/volunteer #ECADServiceDogs
A golden retriever sitting behind a large pile of chopped firewood on a forest path with a tractor and trailer nearby.

ALT A golden retriever sitting behind a large pile of chopped firewood on a forest path with a tractor and trailer nearby.

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Every Service Dog begins as a puppy with a lot to learn. 🐾 Watch From Day One – the beginning of a journey toward someone else's independence. #ECADServiceDogs
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SDiT Puddle is putting his thinking paws to work! 🧠🐶 Enrichment toys help future Service Dogs build confidence, practice problem-solving, and develop patience and focus — all while having fun! amazon.com/gp/registry/wishl… #WishlistWednesday #ECADServiceDogs #ServiceDogsInTraining
Golden retriever lying on a carpeted floor, intently sniffing a green and white plastic toy ball nearby.

ALT Golden retriever lying on a carpeted floor, intently sniffing a green and white plastic toy ball nearby.

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Kanyu can't vote, but she's got the sticker! 🇺🇸🐾 Happy Election Day from your ECAD pack. 💚 #ElectionDay #ECADServiceDogs
Yellow Labrador with an "I Voted" sticker on its forehead standing on a wooden floor near a person wearing boots.

ALT Yellow Labrador with an "I Voted" sticker on its forehead standing on a wooden floor near a person wearing boots.

Golden retriever sitting indoors with a sticker balanced on its head, looking up happily.

ALT Golden retriever sitting indoors with a sticker balanced on its head, looking up happily.

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Facility Dog Glory would like to file a formal complaint about the time change. ⏰🐾😂 How's everyone adjusting? #ECADServiceDogs #FacilityDogs
A man with glasses and a beard sits relaxed in a wooden armchair, looking at a golden retriever resting its head on his leg near a brick fireplace.

ALT A man with glasses and a beard sits relaxed in a wooden armchair, looking at a golden retriever resting its head on his leg near a brick fireplace.

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"We doubt that most people with fake service dogs realize the harm that they do." – ECAD graduate Dr. J, with her Service Dog Mari. Help us ask CT lawmakers for a penalty for knowingly misrepresenting a pet as a Service Dog: petition.ecad1.org
Quote highlighting the serious consequences of fake service dogs and lack of awareness by their owners in Connecticut.

ALT Quote highlighting the serious consequences of fake service dogs and lack of awareness by their owners in Connecticut.

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No tricks, just treats and weekend adventures! 🎃🐾 From spooky decorations to unfamiliar sights, the season gives your Service Dogs in Training plenty of opportunities to experience something new. 👉 ecad1.org/volunteer #HomeHandlerFriday #ECADServiceDogs #HomeForTheWeekend
Golden retriever wearing a colorful Halloween-themed tie sitting in front of a brick fireplace decorated with spooky stickers.

ALT Golden retriever wearing a colorful Halloween-themed tie sitting in front of a brick fireplace decorated with spooky stickers.

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Meet #ECADGrads Sam & Service Dog Faith! 💚🐾 For Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we're exploring how trained Service Dogs can support greater independence. Read ECAD's latest blog: ecad1.org/index.php/resource… #ECADServiceDogs
Smiling young person sitting on a couch hugging a large tan dog resting comfortably beside them.

ALT Smiling young person sitting on a couch hugging a large tan dog resting comfortably beside them.

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Treats are a pup's paycheck: a well-timed reward in a new place is how good habits stick. Send a training tool: amazon.com/gp/registry/wishl… 📹: SDiT Ren #ECADServiceDogs #WishlistWednesday
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