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Wendy

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Review for North Star Foundation, Storrs, CT, USA

Rating: 5 stars  

I am an animal behavior consultant involved in a partnership with North Star Foundation and a Veterans Administration program in Washington state to train and place emotional assistance dogs with veterans who have PTSD, traumatic brain injuries or other mental or emotional wounds. North Star Foundation raises and provides training for the outstanding canines involved in this project, who then arrive in the Seattle area for more advanced public access training with me. The North Star dogs are exceptional for this type of team work because of their sensitive and reliable nature. North Star is an enthusiastic and valued member of this effort to support veteran reintegration into their community.

I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...

The quality of the North Star Foundation dogs is what makes this program such a success. I have witnessed how a partnership with a North Star dog can transform a veteran's life and make it possible for him to overcome anxieties, deal with night terrors and find the courage to face his fears.

If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

I highly recommend North Star Foundation for families or individuals who seek emotional support or organizations that want to make a difference in someone's life.

Role:  Professional with expertise in this field & I train and assess the dogs during their progress through public access training. They are exposed to typical or specific situations to prepare them for work with their veteran (restaurants, elevators, public transportation, appropriate behavior in an off.
 
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