Summer Doodles of Oklahoma has donated a puppy to TheraPETics Service Dogs of Oklahoma, Inc. was formed in 1992. TheraPETics is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing specially trained Service Dogs to people with physical disabilities, helping them achieve maximum independence. Service Dogs may be trained to pull a wheelchair, turn light switches on or off, help pull doors open, retrieve dropped articles, provide stability while the owner transfers from the wheelchair to a car, open and close drawers, or other tasks specific to the owner's unique needs and situation. After passing all of the physical and behavioral tests, the training program generally takes about 7-18 months for the dog. The new owner will be required to come and train with their new partner for 120 hours of individualized instruction. All the dogs in the program are donated. Reputable breeders often donate puppies. Individuals often donate young dogs that no longer fit their household. And dogs rescued from shelters are often used. Pup donated by Summer Doodles of Oklahoma Kael Marsh, Executive Director and Trainer with TheraPETics visited Summer Doodles of Oklahoma, owned by Leslie Summers and tested 7 pups. She selected a male "Scruffy" who's now been re-named "Chipper at your service" after Chip Meade of Anchor Paint. Ms. Summers has established a working relationship with TherPETics and will be donating dogs on a regular basis. Introducing "Chipper at Your Service" and his Puppy Raiser, Diane How can you help? Donate, sponsor, volunteer, fundraise, invite TheraPETics to your next gathering. It is the goal of TheraPETics to be able to provide these dogs to people with disabilities at no charge. It costs between $12,000 and $15,000 to produce a Service Dog. Make a tax deductible donation today and pledge future donations to help people's dreams come true. For furthur information about TheraPETics and what you can do to help, please visit their website. http://www.therapetics.org/ TheraPETics Service Dogs of Oklahoma, Inc. 7717 East 21st Street Tulsa, OK 74129 Location: Just west of Memorial, in the Alta View Animal Hospital Building. Telephone: 918/270-4226