Our Dogs in Service

In 2005, San Pablo Animal Hospital became intensely involved with service dogs when Dr. McCall’s family became puppy raisers for Canine Companions, the largest service dog provider in the United States. The McCall’s have successfully raised eleven puppies and helped Canine Companions place exceptional dogs with exceptional people free of charge for over 20 years.

These canines are highly trained in over 40 commands and pass public access tests so that they may serve people all throughout the United States. Some are full service dogs helping those in wheel chairs, some are hearing dogs helping the deaf, some are facility dogs at hospitals, rehab centers, and in courtrooms, and some offer emotional support to veterans with PTSD. They go to children as well.

Dr. Moody McCall served on the Board of Directors for the Southeast Region from 2005-2015, taught training classes for puppies in the area, and continues to provide free veterinary care to over 20 Canine Companions and other service dogs in the Jacksonville area.

Dina

Madine Dina was the first puppy raised by the McCall’s in 2004 and was perhaps the reason for all the rest. Dina became a full service dog for Melanie and assisted her with her job at a law office in Jackson, Mississippi. Melanie instantly became the "coolest girl with the coolest dog," rather then the "girl in the wheelchair." She said Dina was as good for her social life as she was for her assistance.

Rossi

Rossi Ross became a full service dog for Andrea, and assisted her at her job in Orlando, FL. He helped her with many tasks in her wheelchair, pick up dropped items, opened doors and drawers, and never missed a chance to bring her whatever she needed. Ross and Andrea were named Employees of the Year at AAA.

Gracie

Gracie Gracie became a full service dog for Jessica in Weeki Wachee, FL. They were quite the team, driving around town in their handicapped accessible van with an "Amazing Grace" bumper sticker. Gracie assisted Jessica who had juvenile rheumatoid arthritis by serving as her hands, picking up and carrying dropped items for her.

Sloane

Sloane Sloane E. Bologna became part of a Skilled Assistance Team in Pembrooke Pines, FL, with Christian, who has autism. He was Christian’s constant friend and companion, giving and receiving much love.

Bonsai

Bonsai Bonsai became a full service dog for Chase, a young college student in NC, with brittle bone disease. Bonsai rolled alongside Chase in a wheelchair and successfully helped him navigate college life, fraternity parties, job interviews, graduation, and life!

Merlot

Merlot Merlot completed her training and was selected to be a Breeder for Canine Companions in 2015. Appropriately, she went to live at Panther Ridge Vineyard in Santa Rosa, CA, and gave birth to a handsome litter of puppies. Dashwood, was one of those puppies, and he was also raised by the McCall's.

Oko

Oko Oko was trained to be a full service dog and can even open the refrigerator door and get you a beer, pull off your socks, and many other tasks. Due to her exuberant personality, however, she had a change of career and is now Dr. McCall’s favorite bird hunting friend. She loves to retrieve and often participates in pet therapy visits, school visits, and other program throughout the community.

Obie

Obie Obie is handsome golden retriever who was paired with Dustin, a US Army veteran in 2017. He assists Dustin in many ways on his job and at home. He has helped him tremendously and they live in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Dashwood

Dashwood Dash currently lives in Orlando, FL, with his forever person, Andrew. Andrew received Dash when he was 7 years old. Andrew is now a very busy teenager with Dash at his side.

McCall

McCall Big Mc was named after the McCall's to honor them for their contributions to Canine Companions. He is a beautiful golden retriever with many talents and is certified for Pet Therapy. He and is now one of the McCall family pets.

Haven

Moody and Eugenia McCall received "Miss B." Haven when she was just 8 weeks old. They raised her to become a smart, self-assured, capable service dog and returned her to Canine Companions when she was 2 years old. She was chosen to join the ranks of their Breeding Program and now lives in Santa Rosa, CA. She has given birth to two litters.