Available Dogs
CONRAD
Color: Black
Date of Birth: February 7, 2025
Future Role: Veteran Support
About Conrad
Conrad is a confident and affectionate black Labrador with a naturally calm and steady presence. He is currently progressing into more advanced training and continues to show strong potential for a future role in veteran support.
He brings a wonderful balance of focus and softness to his work—able to engage when needed, but equally capable of settling and providing calm companionship.
Temperament
Conrad is best described as a true “snuggle bug.” He thrives on connection and is deeply people-oriented, making him an excellent candidate for support-based work.
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Exceptionally affectionate and intuitive
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Calm, steady, and easy to handle
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Social and gentle with all ages
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Strong bond with his handlers
He has a natural ability to relax into his environment while still remaining attentive and engaged.
Training & Skills
Conrad is currently advancing in his training and continues to build reliability and neutrality in a variety of environments.
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Working on increased neutrality around other animals
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Comfortable and well-mannered in the home environment
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Crate trained and settles easily
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Fully house trained
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Continues to develop strong public access behaviors
He is showing excellent progress as he transitions into more structured, advanced work.
Socialization
Conrad has been extensively socialized and continues to demonstrate appropriate, calm behavior in a wide range of settings.
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Loves children and interacts gently and appropriately
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Comfortable and respectful around cats
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Adapts well to new environments
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Enjoys both activity and downtime
Looking Ahead
As Conrad continues his training, he is being prepared for a future supporting a veteran—where his calm demeanor, affectionate nature, and steady presence will make a meaningful and lasting impact.
BENNY “BISCUIT”
Breed: Golden Retriever
Date of Birth: August 2025
Role: Companion Home OR Potential Facility Dog
About Benny
Benny, affectionately known as “Biscuit,” is a fun-loving and affectionate Golden Retriever with a soft and sensitive nature. As the AHL Bridgeport Islanders’ Service Dog in Training, he has already begun making an impact in community settings while continuing to develop his skills.
Benny brings a joyful energy to everything he does—balanced with an impressive ability to shift into a focused and professional working mindset when needed.
Temperament
Benny is a classic Golden Retriever with a playful, people-oriented personality and a gentle disposition.
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Soft, sensitive, and emotionally intuitive
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Highly social and loves being part of the action
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Excitable and enthusiastic, especially in new environments
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Affectionate and deeply people-focused
While he enjoys fun and engagement, Benny is learning to channel his energy into structured work and continues to grow in confidence and consistency.
Training & Experience
Benny has already gained valuable real-world experience through community-based programs and outings.
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Participated in reading programs, therapy offices, and school visits
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Demonstrates strong engagement with handlers
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Transitions well from play to work mode
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Continues building structure, focus, and neutrality
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Exposed to a variety of environments and social settings
When working, Benny shows a professional demeanor and a willingness to learn.
Socialization
Benny thrives in social environments and enjoys interacting with people.
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Friendly and engaging with children and adults
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Comfortable in structured group settings
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Enjoys new experiences and environments
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Benefits from continued guidance to build confidence and neutrality
Looking Ahead
Due to his softer temperament, Benny is best suited for either a companion home or, with continued training and development, a facility dog role where his affectionate nature and love for people can truly shine.
His ability to connect with others, paired with his real-world experience, makes him a wonderful candidate for environments focused on comfort, support, and engagement