Patients and Families

In the 2020 webinar Life with an Assistance Dog & the Process to Find the Right Match, FOP community member Erin Danzer shared how her dog Pine has been a valuable tool for staying independent with FOP. We were also joined by Canine Companions for Independence Applicant Program Manager, Erin Rich, who provided a brief overview of the process to apply and be matched with a dog.

To learn more about individuals with FOP who have partnered with a service dog, read:

Yahtzee is a Good Friend – Miriam Rocke's Service Dog fulfills several roles in her life   

Service Dogs—Much More Than Meets the Eye – Lori Henrotay shares advice on the service dog experience.