Brenda is the Trainer of all the Fleets Therapy Dogs and their handlers. She also is co-owner of Advanced K-9 Academy, a full service training and boarding facility. Brenda is the heart, soul and boss of Fleets Therapy Dogs. All the Therapy Dogs love her and listen willingly to her commands. She named the group after Sandcastles Little Fleet, her beloved Belgian Sheepdog (pictured on the home page).

Penny, a border collie, was born on 9-11-07. She enjoys playing with her squeak toys and herding anything that moves. Her favorite thing to do is to go to work with mom at the Pet Station and sucker customers into rubbing her belly.

Cash is a Siberian Husky born on November 30, 2002 in Ohio. Kelly found him when he was 3 years old on the side of M-50 in Napoleon, MI. When Cash isn't on visits, he enjoys playing with his little sister, Penny, and going to work at the Pet Station with Kelly.

Born on May 10, 2005, Chloe is a rescued Akita Mix. She loves to make people smile with the tricks she can do. When she's not doing therapy visits she likes walking, boating, camping, skijoring, playing in her pool and just hanging with the family.

Honey is a Golden Retriever Mix who was adopted by Lynn from a rescue! Her favorite pastimes are eating, sleeping, playing with her ball, being petted, eating and sleeping. Oh, did we tell you she really likes to eat and sleep!!

Born on September 5, 2002, Lilly is a Silky Terrier. She loves everything and everyone. That's why she is such a great therapy dog!! Her tricks and willingness to be loved add to her personality.

Molly, an Irish Setter, was born on September 5, 2004 and purchased by the Spring family from a breeder when she was 3 months old. It was a tough choice- she was the only companion puppy available! She was loved at first sight. Molly likes to walk around the house with a toy pheasant or squirrel in her mouth. Who knows, she might be good at hunting!! Molly is our princess.

Rua, born on February 27, 2004, is an Irish word that means red hair. She joined the family through the Irish Setter Rescue as a 10 month old. We loved him and his goofy personality! Rua enjoys obedience training, his other furry friends and especially begging for treats from his friend's owners. His favorite activity is to catch a ball or toy that is thrown in the air- he loves to jump high.

Simon was adopted at the age of 1 year. He is an Alaskan Husky. Simon's favorite activities are playing Frisbee and running as fast as he can! He also loves when his daddy fills his treat ball up to the brim!

Lincoln, a Golden Retriever, was born on 11-19-06. He is a best friend and companion to Carol. Lincoln enjoys taking long walks with Carol and sharing her banana,pineapple and apples. His favorite being frozen banana slices. Lincoln especially likes our therapy visits - and he is really good at it.

Rex, a German Short Hair, was born in August 2007. He was a kennel dog when he came to live with us in April 2009 with no obedience and minimal hunt training. We took him to Advanced K9 Academy and we did so well that we are now enjoying being a part of Fleets Therapy Dogs. Rex also likes to go hunting with his Dad each fall.

Lilly is a rescue dog I adopted August 14, 2009 when she was approximately 10 months old. She is a border collie mix. A real social gal, Lilly likes to visit with people and other canine pals. She especially loves stuffed toys, her Kong ball and belly rubs. Lilly is ecstatic that she found a nice home to live in and so am I.

Elliot is a labradoodle that loves everyone he meets whether it be on a walk or on a therapy visit. He especially likes going to school with me once a week to hang out with 6th,7th and 8th graders.