Empathy. Hope. Perseverance.

What happens when you combine a wayward youth with a wayward dog? Unconditional LOVE! We all know the unconditional love and affection that dogs exhibit to humans, but did you know the same is true for kids who are struggling with behavior, emotional or physical needs? Bringing these two together, if done with the assistance of professional trainers, helps promote self-esteem and much needed physical stimulation that has been missing for both youth and animal.

The Teacher’s Pet program was created nearly 20 years ago to bring youth who are struggling with behavior issues together with dogs with behavior issues in an effort to help them both. The program uses the natural connection between animals and humans to benefit both. Participants are supported in the process of growth and change where the dogs are positive motivators, non-judgmental, and offer unconditional love when other traditional therapies have not been effective. The shelter dogs learn behavior modifications that are in-home appropriate which will allow them to integrate with humans in a way that will keep them in their homes.

Casabarka Program - Click HERE

 
 

Special Guest Emcee Rachael Hunter

Rachael spends her mornings on air at 99.5 WYCD with the Josh, Rachael and Grunwald on WYCD. Rachael was recently inducted into the County Radio Hall of Fame for her contributions to country music radio!!

Rachael Hunter has been a part of the morning team at WYCD/Detroit since 2005. Hunter is a 2013 Gracie Award recipient, received the NAB Marconi Award in 2012 and 2016, as well as Best Morning Show from the Michigan Association of Broadcasters in 2017 and 2019.

Special Guest Singer Cheryll A. Johnson

Cheryll’s voice will fill Emerald Theatre with smooth, energetic, soulful, heartfelt, and jazzy notes.

Cheryll began her music journey at the age of 5, singing in the church in Detroit, MI. She is now happily retired from her regular gig, and is ecstatic that she can immerse herself in bringing joy to others by sharing her gift of song.

She has an incredible and inspirational resume including Gospel Music performances produced by John E. Lawrence, self-recorded original music composed and recorded , and over 30 years of experience as a soloist and group performances at numerous events.

Casabarka Sponsors

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HealthQuest Inc

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Costco

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Mary Fisher DDS

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Par

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Hiller Consulting

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ITS

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Petology Training LLC

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HealthQuest Inc ~ Costco ~ Mary Fisher DDS ~ Par ~ Hiller Consulting ~ ITS ~ Petology Training LLC ~

Thank you Christine at Ruff Life Photography for making out night memorable!

Thank you Hawkman Entertainment for always bringing the fun!

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Thank you Sydney Koehl for capturing these magical moments!