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A Puppy With A Purpose: CBS News Texas Follows The Journey Of A Service Dog

CBS News Texas has partnered with Canine Companions to follow one puppy's two-year journey to becoming a service dog.

(CBS News Texas)

October 23, 2023

FORT WORTH (CBSNewsTexas.com) - Texas is known as the Lone Star state, paying tribute to the flag, which features a single star that represents the state's independence. Well, CBS News Texas has a special tie to the name now, as well, as dogs give those in need independence of their own.

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A Canine Companions service dog helps a boy in a wheelchair/Canine Companions/CBS News Texas

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CBS News Texas has partnered with Canine Companions to follow one puppy's two-year journey to becoming a service dog—and you helped us pick his name: Lonestar!

Out of the four options—Lonestar, Longhorn, Luchesse and Luka—Lonestar garnered the most votes: 45% of 579 votes.

Canine Companions trains puppies to be service dogs over two years.

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