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Canine Companions for Independence
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July 15, 2010
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“Exceptional Dogs for Exceptional People,” is 100% accurate. I have met so many amazing people through CCI, including Graduates, other volunteers & CCI staff. This organization is the best! Canine Companions for Independence puts the safety and happiness of the Person/Dog team first. They never force a dog to work if he doesn’t want to, which ensures the safest placement and a successful team. Every Graduate I met speaks of the incredible gift of independence these dogs bring to them. Keep up the great work CCI.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
the amazing Graduate teams.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the high ethical standards of CCI.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
amazing, kind and generous.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
raise and train more exceptional dogs for exceptional people.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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March 19, 2010
1 person found this review helpful
As a newer (< 1 year)Puppy Raiser for the Southeast Region of CCI, I can't say enough about the time, effort, love and experience put into this organization's mission by it's volunteers, employees and supporters. I have raised puppies for another service dog organization in the past, but CCI far surpassed my expectations of support, quality, communication and professionalism. They accomplish amazing goals with a huge volunteer base and very dedicated employees. The public graduation ceremonies are a must-see to truly understand the impact these well-trained dogs have on people's lives. They have modern, very clean, climate controlled kennels and their dogs are obviously well kept. Their breeding program is very successful and they have very few genetic issues (i.e., hips) and they track and support the teams throughout their lives. It appears they spend their money very wisely, with a minimum of waste, using volunteers extensively and wisely (and successfully). While the Orlando campus is beautiful, use and function are apparent (no useless decoration) - an example of good use of donated funds.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
my interaction with the Puppy Raising department and attendance at three (3) graduation ceremonies.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
add more classes if the funding allowed.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the support and excellent quality of the employees and volunteers.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
dedicated, open, caring, warm, welcoming and experienced.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
graduate many more teams!
Ways to make it better...
does not apply!
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
funding and need.
One thing I'd also say is that...
I volunteer for 5-6 different organizations every month and CCI ranks right at the top!
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
1 person found this review helpful
March 17, 2010
1 person found this review helpful
I have been involved with many nonprofits in the past, and CCI has been by far the best. I am a Volunteer Puppy Raiser. I have been raising Maude II for more than a year now, taking care of her on a daily basis, making sure she's healthy, and teaching her the 30 basic commands. CCI has been incredibly supportive, giving me monthly feeback and answering questions as they arise within the day. Everyone I have met both locally and at our regional office in Oceanside, CA, has been kind, helpful and dedicated to excellence. I have had such a wonderful experience that I've applied to raise a second puppy and cannot wait for his/her arrival. I can't say enough good about CCI...they are truly a wonderful organization.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
that everyone is giving and genuine.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
incredible! These people take on the care and training of a puppy for over a year and shoulder the expenses themselves so someone can get a service dog. CCI is the only organization I'm aware of that gives these dogs without charge to those in need.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
raise and train more service dogs, improving the lives of many more people with disabilities.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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