Join Team Kodi
*as of 2021
About Kodi
My name is Kodi. I am very assertive and enjoy challenging my handler, who is very patient with me and loves me. I also love to run in the yard, settling down to watch the birds, as well, as the kittens playing in the distance for up to 20 minutes.
From Kodi's Handlers
"Kodi has changed my life by giving the opportunity to experience what it's like to be a Dad and raising him. And NLK9s, I owe all the gratitude for giving me a chance to give back to my community and heroes who sometimes go unnoticed." -Nick
"Realization is finding out what responsibility is about. Taking care of a life is responsibility and, as a handler for Kodi, I've learned what my grandma and my mom went through with me. Realization is a part of being responsible." -Dennis D.
See Kodi's Progress Below
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February 2022 Update
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January 2022 Update
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December 2021 Update
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It's been a busy month for me! I've been working on my stay, go-in, and place. I'm improving so much on place. I can do it even when someone is bouncing a ball near me. And I love balls!! I'm also working on chilling/relaxing. I've been loving all the games we've been playing. I especially love hide-and-seek. I can't wait to show off the skills I've been learning! Talk to you all soon.
November 2021 Update
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October 2021 Update
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September 2021 Update
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Hey guys! This is Kodi with my monthly update. This last month was filled with new ways to learn. We have been working on “Touch” and a “Walk with me” exercise. That helps me walk with my person on a loose leash which they soon would like me to do. I’m getting really good at retrieving items and putting the item in a hand rather than dropping it on the floor.
I have been learning names and going the named person as well as giving a named person an item. This seems to make the guys happy, so it's fun for me.
This last month has been filled with hide-and-seek games, as well as searching games. I do believe I have the best nose and can find things fast. Well, you all take care, stay safe. I’ll be back next month with another update. Love, Kodi aka “The Bear”August 2021 Update
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July 2021 Update
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June 2021 Update
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This month has been really exciting to go to school with all the guys at CTF. They have been teaching me all kinds of fun skills every day. I give it my best because I know there is someone out there that is going to need my super service dog skills. The other day I did an awesome brace that left my dad, Sergio, amazed!
I have also been learning how to walk with good manners on the leash, settle in different places, and open and close doors. The best thing in the world is that my mom, Kate, is helping me be super good at walking through stores and all the public areas. One day soon I will do it all and be of service to a veteran or first responder.
I love to play tug, take long naps in the beautiful California sun, play with my favorite stuffed toy, Mr. Beaver. I especially like my yummy treats!
May 2021 Update
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April 2021 Update
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Hi everybody! I recently turned two! I had a blast with all my friends and my puppy raiser, Kate.
March 2021 Update
