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Here at Paragon, the partnerships we build between our dogs and clients don’t end with team training. The story truly begins at graduation. That’s why updates from our clients are so meaningful as we continue to support them along their journey. One team that has truly blossomed is Courtney and Caro.
After years of progressive hearing loss, Courtney’s world became smaller as she lost the sense of safety and adventure she once cherished. After reaching out to Paragon, we matched her with Caro, an enthusiastic Labrador, and they have been working incredibly hard together ever since.
One way to strengthen the bond between handler and dog is through dog sports, and Courtney and Caro have been earning spot titles together. Recently, they began competing in rally, a sport that requires strong communication and teamwork in a highly stimulating environment. Rally trials include early mornings, distracting dogs, new smells, and travel that can challenge many teams, but not Caro.
During a recent trial, the team stayed at a hotel, where Caro demonstrated his skills beautifully. First by alerting Courtney to a knock at the door, something that would have previously caused anxiety. Then, from alarms to the microwave, Caro helped turn the trip into a fun and empowering experience.
We are thrilled to share that the team performed beautifully at the trial, earning a 90/100 in the morning and a perfect score in the afternoon, bringing them one step closer to their next title!
Courtney shared in a recent email:
“THANK YOU SO MUCH for bringing this wonderful pup into my life! We were absolutely meant for each other, and I could not be more grateful!!!”
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