Our dogs

Therapy Dog Ammo is a Male salt and pepper Miniature Schnauzer assigned to the Los Angeles Police Department's (LAPD) Therapy Dog Unit. 

Before dedicating his life to therapy work, Ammo gained valuable experience as a demonstration dog for his mom, a professional dog trainer.

When he's off duty, Ammo enjoys his favorite activity: playing fetch with his brother, Ike.

Ammo's professionalism and training are formally recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) where he holds the titles of Canine Good Citizen (CGC) and Trick Dog.

Therapy Dog Gracie is a Female Chocolate Labrador Retriever who brings a wealth of life experience to her role with the Los Angeles Police Department's (LAPD) Therapy Dog Unit.  

Gracie began her journey in service as a Guide Dog for the Blind. Following an unexpected medical condition that necessitated a career change, she was expertly retrained as a Service Dog specializing in anxiety alerts.

Today, Gracie is applying her extensive training to the mental wellness field. She is currently completing her final training to be certified as a Therapy Dog.

 Her foundational skills are recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) with the title of Canine Good Citizen (CGC).

Therapy Dog Grant is a Male Yellow Labrador Retriever assigned to the Los Angeles Police Department's (LAPD) Therapy Dog Unit.

Grant's exceptional temperament and strong lineage make him a valuable Breeder Stud for Guide Dogs of America. His offspring are part of the pool of puppies being raised and trained to become Guide Dogs for the blind, extending his legacy of service far beyond the LAPD.

In addition to his LAPD duties, Grant actively participates in community outreach: He is a member of the Traveler Tails Burbank Airport Team, Hollywood Burbank Airport, providing comfort to travelers and he visits several local public libraries, where he helps children build confidence by having them read to him.

Grant's foundational training is formally recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) with the title of Canine Good Citizen (CGC).

Therapy Dog Kira is a Female Black Labrador Retriever assigned to the Los Angeles Police Department's (LAPD) Therapy Dog Unit.

Kira possesses a unique and rigorous background in law enforcement service. She began her career as an Explosive Detection Dog. Due to circumstances beyond her control, she successfully transitioned from detection work to the mental wellness field.

Kira's current specific assignment is vital: she interacts with Police Recruits at the LAPD Academy. She works in their stressful learning environment, imprinting the advantages of mental health moments and demonstrating the importance of taking brief breaks to manage stress.

Her foundational training and excellent temperament are recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) with the title of Canine Good Citizen (CGC).

Therapy Dog Luca is a female Rottweiler assigned to the Los Angeles Police Department's (LAPD) Therapy Dog Unit.  

Luca has been a certified therapy dog for over six years, bringing extensive experience and a calm demeanor to her role. Her service extends deeply into the community:  She volunteers regularly with Buddy Break, offering comfort to severely disabled children.  She works with United Cerebral Palsy, supporting adults with developmental disabilities.  Luca recently expanded her high-level service by joining the Crisis Response Canines team.

Luca's profound training and versatility are showcased by her impressive list of titles from the American Kennel Club (AKC):  Canine Good Citizen Advanced, Canine Good Citizen Urban, Trick Dog Advanced, Companion Dog, Rally Advanced, Scent Work Excellent, and Therapy Dog Advanced.  

Therapy Dog Macy Gray is a Female charcoal Labrador Retriever assigned to the Los Angeles Police Department's (LAPD) Therapy Dog Unit.  

In additional to general visits, Macy Gray has a specific assignment at the LAPD Academy where she interacts with Police Recruits and academy staff.  She works in their high-pressure learning environment, imprinting the advantages of mental health moments and demonstrating the importance of taking brief breaks to manage stress.

Certified since the age of two, Macy Gray brings extensive experience from various therapy dog organizations:  Love on 4 Paws: She visits patients and staff in hospitals, and works with children at mental health facilities.  Bark: She visits schools and libraries, where her main goal is to help children of all ages foster a love of reading.

Macy Gray's professionalism is recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) with the titles of Canine Good Citizen, and Urban Dog.

Therapy Dog Phaedra is a Female Rottweiler assigned to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD), specifically at the Lomita Station.

Phaedra is an important part of the many mental wellness programs offered through the Department. These comprehensive programs include professional staff and deputies trained in peer support to provide confidential services to deputies and their families at no cost.

Phaedra enters her therapy dog career with seven years of extensive, high-level work experience, having trained and competed in a variety of working disciplines:  Herding Sheep, Tracking, Scent Detection, Obedience, Rally and Conformation.  

Phaedra's exceptional training and versatility are demonstrated by her impressive collection of titles from the American Kennel Club (AKC) and other organizations:  Grand Champion, Canine Good Citizen Advanced, Canine Good Citizen Urban, Trick Dog Advanced, Companion Dog, Rally Advanced, Scent Work Master, and  American Temperament Test.   

Therapy Dog Rudy is a 5-year old male purebred Standard Poodle.

Rudy is assigned to the Los Angeles Police Department's Therapy Dog Unit which is part of the Department's overall wellness program. 

 Rudy was first Certified as a Therapy Dog Team in March 2020. 

 Rudy is also a member of the DogTors Therapy Dog Program at Dignity Health Northridge Hospital Medical Center and the Steven Ohren Foundation Therapy Dog Program at LAJ Health.  

Rudy is recognized by the American  Kennel Club with a Title of Canine Good Citizen.  

Therapy Dog Scout of the Thin Blue Line is a 10 year old Female English Black Labrador Retriever.  She is one of the founding dogs of the Blue Line Dogs.  

Scout is assigned to the Los Angeles Police Department's Therapy Dog Unit which is part of the Department's overall wellness program. 

Scout has worked as a Therapy dog for Investigators working Child Pornography cases at LAPD Juvenile Division, Internet Crimes against Children Unit and the United States Department of Homeland Security Investigations, Child Exploitation Investigative Group.  She has also worked Gateways Mental Health Hospital.  

Scout serves as a "Demo Dog" for agencies looking to start a Program.  She also helps train new handlers to "do it by the numbers."  

Scout is recognized by the American  Kennel Club with Titles as Canine Good Citizen, Urban Dog and Community Canine and Therapy Dog Distinguished.    She is currently training for her AKC Novice Trick Dog title.

Therapy Dog in training, YaYa is a six year old Female Golden Retriever. 

YaYa proudly serves with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.  She is currently assigned to Special Operations Division at the Hall of Justice.  

YaYa is part of the many mental wellness programs offered through the Department that include professional staff and deputies who are trained in peer support to provide services to deputies and their families at no cost.  

When she is off duty, YaYa loves swimming, chasing after tennis balls, and showing off her collection of what may be a millions stuffed toys.  Whether she's offering a paw or a cuddle, YaYa brings smiles, comfort, and a little extra sunshine to everyone she meets.     

YaYa is recognized through the American Kennel Club as a Canine Good Citizen, AKC Urban Dog and the AKC Community Canine. She is currently training for his AKC Novice Trick Dog title. 

Therapy Dog in Training Sonic is a one year old female Xoloitzcuintli also known as a Mexican Hairless. 

Sonic is assigned to the Los Angeles Police Department Therapy Dog Unit which is part of the Department's overall wellness program.  

 The 3,000-year-old Xoloitzcuintli (pronounced "show-low-eats-QUEENT-lee"), the ancient Aztec dog of the gods, is today a loving companion dog.  

Sonic is a very confident dog that loves being out and about as a Therapy Dog.  Sonic is truly a big dog in a small dog's body.  She loves to retrieve and play tug of war.  

Sonic is currently working on her AKC Good Citizen Title.

Therapy Dog in training, Charger is a two year old male Yellow Labrador Retriever. 

Charger joined the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and is assigned to Men’s Central Jail. 

Charger is part of the many mental wellness programs offered through the Department that include professional staff and deputies who are trained in peer support to provide services to deputies and their families at no cost.  

His favorite activities include making people happy, getting lots of belly scratches, looking after his family’s chickens, and playing fetch and tug of war with his terrier brother, Sam. 

Charger is recognized through the American Kennel Club as a Canine Good Citizen, AKC Urban Dog and the AKC Community Canine. He is currently training for his AKC Novice Trick Dog title. 

Therapy Dog in Training Ella is a 7-year-old female purebred Standard Poodle.

Ella is assigned to the Los Angeles Police Department's Therapy Dog Unit which is part of the Department's overall wellness program.   

Ella is also a member of the DogTors Therapy Dog Program at Dignity Health Northridge Hospital Medical Center and the Steven J. Ohren Foundation Therapy Dog Program at LAJ Health.  

Ella is recognized by the American  Kennel Club with Titles as Canine Good Citizen, and Urban Dog.  

Therapy Dog Zephyr is a male 100 pound Long Haired German Shepherd Dog. 

Zephyr is assigned to the Los Angeles Police Department's Therapy Dog Unit which is part of the Department's overall wellness program. 

 Zephyr started his career in service after being donated to the Guide Dogs of America as a puppy.  A medical condition which resulted in his career change.  

Zephyr loves people and is known as a social butterfly.  Zephyr enjoys the opportunity to meet with members of the Department.     

Zephyr is recognized by the American  Kennel Club with Titles of Canine Good Citizen.  

Therapy Dog in Training Luther is a 3 year old male Siberian Husky.  He is finishing his training as a Therapy Dog.

Luther is assigned to the Los Angeles Police Department's Therapy Dog Unit which is part of the Department's overall wellness program. 

He is full of love and playful mischief.  He loves attention and belly rubs, and will reciprocate with a show of affection. Because of his loving nature, he was made to serve a bigger purpose like assisting First Responders.    

Luther is recognized by the American  Kennel Club with Titles of Canine Good Citizen, Urban Dog and Community Canine.  

 Therapy Dog Samson is a five-year-old male Belgian Malinois. 

Samson is currently assigned to the Los Angeles Police Department which is part of the Department's overall wellness program.

“Sammy” is what he is called by his family. He was brought home to be a companion to high school kids and an aging French bulldog. He LOVES to play hide and seek with his favorite Kong toy, using his strong scent drive. Sammy enjoys hikes with furry friends, long walks around his neighborhood.  Samson is fiercely loyal and follows your every move, a very endearing “Mal” character trait.  He is excited to bring smiles and serotonin to everyone he greets.

Samson is recognized by the American Kennel Club with Titles of Canine Good Citizen, Urban Dog, and Community Canine.

Crew is a 1.5-year-old male Rottweiler. 

Crew is assigned to the Los Angeles Police Department which is part of the Department's overall wellness program. 

Crew is a show dog and earned his AKC Grand Championship before he was a year old. He loves people and thinks he's a lap dog. Crew loves to do canine  scent work, he is also working toward his AKC Companion dog title and Rally Novice Title 

Crew is a certified therapy dog with Alliance of Therapy Dogs.

Crew currently volunteers at Buddy Break with severely disabled children and with United Cerebral Palsy with adults with developmental disabilities.

Crew is also certified with the Crisis Response Canines team.

Crew is recognized by the American Kennel Club with Titles of Canine Good Citizen, Urban Dog, Community Canine,   Trick Dog Advanced, Therapy Dog Novice, Virtual Home Manners Adult, and Grand Champion  

Therapy Dog in Training Bruce is a 5 year old English Cream Golden Retriever.  

Bruce is assigned to the Los Angeles Police Department Therapy Dog Unit which is part of the Department's overall wellness program.  

Brucey or Brufasa are other names he is affectionately called by his family.  

Bruce is recognized through the American Kennel Club as a Canine Good Citizen.