HAWAII CANINES FOR INDEPENDENCE

Hawaii Canines For Independence

Mike & Service Dog Quincy

Quincy accompanies Mike to King Kekaulike High School, where Mike works as a counselor. "Quincy is a big help with the students that come in for counseling. He puts them at ease right away", says Mike.

Mike was paralyzed as a result of a surfing accident. Quincy assists him with tasks such as picking up dropped items, carrying his lunch bag, opening doors and turning on lights. "Quincy gives me confidence and independence when I'm out in public. He's my best friend."

Hawaii Canines For Independence
HCI is a charitable organization that exists to provide disabled residents of Hawaii with specially trained dogs that will provide them with the freedom and confidence to live more independent lives.

HCI specializes in training Service Dogs for people with physical disabilities, particulary those with spinal cord injuries. HCI also provides Social Therapy Dogs for residents of Nursing homes and for special needs children.

http://www.hawaiicanines.com/

                                Hawaii Canines for Independence
                                Maureen Maurer
                                PO Box 790626
                                Paia, HI 96779

                                Phone: (808) 250-5799
                                Email: maurer@maui.net