K-9 STARS Dogs

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Buddy aka Bubba is currently one of the youngest member of the K-9 stars program.  At 3 years old he is still very much a big puppy but he loves his work as a STARS dog.  It’s only fitting as he has always believed he’s a STAR!  Buddy is an American Bred German Shepherd dog.  He recently earned his Canine Good Citizen title and has begun his journey as an AKC show dog.  He loves any activity – as long as he can be right in the middle of the action.      

Devil is a 12 year old Kerry Blue Terrier. She is a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) and a Registered Therapy Dog (RTD) and has been doing Therapy visits in care centers for 6 years.  Devil is a retired show dog who earned her American Championship and also has the first obedience title, Companion Dog (CD).  Devil's true passion in life is to be hugged and pet. 

Ethny is a sweet outgoing dog, she loves to ride in the car and thinks she is supposed to go everywhere I go. She blocks the door everytime I try to leave without her.  Ethny earned her CGC at 14 months and became a member of the K-9 stars at 18 months. When not at work you will find her chasing rabbits and squirrels and taking things away from her dog companion Molly. Ethny is always ready to work in a moments notice.

Gilda is a 14 year old Golden Retriever/Yellow Lab/Springer Spaniel mix.  When Gilda was 9 months old she was abandoned by her owners in 30 below weather when they moved away and left her to fend for herself.  They gave up a real gem because she is the best dog ever in existence!  (Except for maybe the other dogs on this page!)  She has been a therapy dog for 8 years and her favorite therapy activities are being brushed and adored.  Her nickname is “Princess” and she certainly thinks it is fitting.  She also enjoys rolling over on her back and helping people to work on low reaching by making them scratch her tummy.  When not working she is usually found napping and dreaming of great adventures.

Kassi is a 4 year old Border Collie/German Shepherd who loves to play fetch to help people get better at their balance and strength.  She was adopted from the Siouxland Humane Society at 7 weeks old and went on her first nursing home visit within one hour of being adopted.  Kassi has the Border Collie focus that helps her to be a “Star” in therapy and she truly loves her job.  She also enjoys running, doing agility courses and wrestling with her 9 month old “little sister.”  She will nap with her feet sticking up in the air but is ready to work in a moments notice.

Kisses Ann is a 9 year old Kerry Blue Terrier.   She is a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) and a Registered Therapy Dog (RTD) and has been doing Therapy visits in care centers for 6 1/2  years.  Kisses Ann is a retired show dog who earned her American Championship and also has the first obedience title, Companion Dog (CD) in the United States and Canada.  Kisses Ann loves to go anywhere that she can be the center of attention and possibly get a little treat.   

Luke is approximately 7 yrs old.  His father was our first family pet and Luke has proven to be just a special as his dad was.  He loves to ride on the four wheeler, run through the pond, ride in the truck, and his favorite thing to do is snuggle and watch movies (and eat popcorn).

 

 

Meg is a 5 year old black Labrador Retriever.  She started out as the runt puppy in a KS shelter, and now weighs over 90 pounds!  Meg is has a lot of personality and can be quite a ham.  This "class clown" loves attention from everyone and enjoys showing off her silly tricks.  When she isn't working, Meg can be found on her owners' bed snuggled under the covers with her head on the pillow.

Molly was adopted from the humane society 6 years ago, we picked her because of her calm personality. Molly loves to ride in the car, chase rabbits and squirrels, lay in the sun and most of all be petted. When not working, you will find Molly sleeping or playing keep away from her dog companion Ethny.

 

 

 

Nike is a 7 year old Mix (Golden Retriever, Yellow Lab & Border Collie).  He enjoys kayaking, camping and running.  He is always up for a game of frisbee or retrieving any ball that you throw for him.  Although Nike is very active, you will find that he is the most gentle, loving and soft dog around.  He truly enjoys being a therapy dog.

Nugget is a 9 year old Golden Retriever.  She is a very sweet and calm dog that loves swimming, running through the sprinkler and will fetch anything!  She loves attention and if she isn't being pet, she will nudge you with a paw to get some attention.  When not working, Nugget enjoys taking naps and hunting barnyard pigeons.

 

 

Hi!  My name is Riley and I am a young 2 year old guy.  I am very playful and am trying  to concentrate on my manners....but it is hard to be calm.  I love children but my favorite thing is to have someone pet me. Come play with me!

Rumor is a 5 year old Rottweiler that loves people!  On the weekends, she is a competitive show dog as well as partners with her owner, Francisco, in 4-H and the K-9 Stars program.  Rumor is super bright and an escape artist!  When not working in the program, Rumor enjoys napping, eating, and playing with Francisco