Canine Companions puppy Wes likes to be a bit unconventional. Like all Canine Companions puppies, Wes was born in Northern California and is destined for great things with volunteer puppy raisers. Rather than waiting at the airport for Wes to arrive, his puppy raisers flew from Phoenix to pick him up. Wes flew back in style under the seat in a carrier on a commercial plane.
Wes was named in a contest by the attorneys at Littler Mendelson, whose founder was named Wes! Littler and Canine Companions have been working together to advocate for appropriate accommodations for service dogs and educate corporations on the impact of service dog fraud.
Although, not technically a lawyer yet, Wes has had some strong opinions during his first two months of puppyhood. He's always willing to enthusiastically shake hands and paws with people he meets. As a young puppy, Wes is learning the important things – his name, walking on the leash, and appropriate places to toilet.
Wes will be learning and growing for the next year and a half as he prepares for a career, not as a "legal beagle," but as a shining example of an expertly-trained assistance dog and ambassador. Learn more about Canine Companions and Littler's unique partnership here.