Helping Idaho Dogs, Inc. 2015

Mission Statement Helping Idaho Dogs is dedicated to enriching the quality of life for canines by providing educational opportunities to Idaho communities. Vision Statement We are Idaho’s leading non-profit organization known for its:  Contribution to providing educational opportunities for all people to improve the lives of Idaho canines.  Dedication to building relationships with our community partners.  Information and resource gateway for the canine community.

Principles and Value Statements It is our belief that education and proper resources provide Idaho citizens the ability to make informed choices about their canine’s life. Through therapy dog visits we bring comfort to Idahoans in need. We deliver educational opportunities to all social and economic groups within our community. Our training seminars and workshops promote learning opportunities for the canine community. We provide humane education to children to develop positive and compassionate relationships with canines. To ensure continued success and longevity, our board of directors are committed to managing the finances of our non-profit organization ethically and responsibly. All of our volunteers respect and recognize each other’s individuality and merits. All of our volunteers are dedicated to expanding their knowledge and strengthening their understanding of the canine world.

“ Strengthening the canine-human relationship through training ” Our motto supports our activities:

Executive Director Tammy Bisterfeldt Vice Vacant Secretary Rebekah Skriletz Treasurer Lisa Baird Board Vacant Helping Idaho Dogs, Inc. Board

Helping Idaho Dogs Program Directors Board Events Program Director Carol Jensen Dog Training Program Director Tammy Bisterfeldt Therapy Dogs Program Director Darcel Pecyna

Current Focus Areas  Seminars, Workshops & Events  Therapy Dogs  Training Classes  Dog Shelter Support  Humane Education  Tricks Team

Teams  Team Members  Team Lead  Program Directors

Therapy Dog Teams  Establish professional standards  Partner with people and facilities for visits/activities  Visit people in need

Educating People  Educational opportunities for: Volunteers and Community  Fundraising  Marketing  Build community partners  Humane Education  Tricks Team

Training Dogs  Compassionate dog training  Evaluations such as the American Kennel Club’s Canine Good Citizen (CGC)

“Strengthening the canine-human relationship through education”