Making an Impact – The Best Support Dogs

Best Support DogsOne of the best feelings in the world is when you can help to change someone’s life in a positive way. This isn’t the only reason we run Project 2 Heal, but it’s certainly a terrific bonus when our best support dogs are able to make an impact.

I wanted to point out an example of someone who has come to us for help. This email is from a man whose 45-year old son Ricky has Down’s Syndrome. Here is what he said:

Mr.Petrizzo,

I have a son with Down’s Syndrome. His name is Richard, but we call him Ricky. At times he is sad and a little agitated. Our hearts suffer a lot when we see him like that. I read your story and i was impressed with the effect that your dogs have in persons like Ricky. He is 45 years of age, but with the mind of a 6 year old. If there’s anything you can do for him we will be forever grateful. By the way Ricky is very fond of animals.

Please Reply. THANK YOU.

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Happy Birthday Bean!

meet beanA Fox Red Labrador named Bean, who wasn’t supposed to live much past the day he was born has defied the odds – turns 2 years old today.

We’d like to wish a happy second birthday to Project2Heal’s very special friend! He’s an inspiration to many, and his story is one of courage, acceptance, and survival.

Bean was born in one of our litter’s and didn’t grow as quickly as the other pups. Bean’s litter mates have gone on to become service dogs for anxiety and other duties.  However, that wasn’t in the cards for Bean.  He had a hard time eating and even walking. After a trip to the vet it was determined that he had Mega Esophagus and Myesthenia Gravis, a muscle disorder. [Read more...]

Labrador Retrievers Named Most Popular Dog Breed

pop2According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), Labrador retrievers are the most popular dog breed in the United States for the 22nd straight year–and with good reason. However such a ranking can also be a curse, especially to breeders. Breeding dogs is not something to be taken lightly. It requires a vast commitment of time and financial resources

Because of what we do at Project 2 Heal, the majority of our pups go to service dog organizations or special needs children. However, right now we do sell pups to qualified pet homes because we cannot raise enough money to fund our operations through donations. [Read more...]