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Houtzdale Facility Dog Passes Certification Test

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January 26, 2019 12:00 AM
By: DOC Staff

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HOU - 2019 Jan - Dog Public Access Certification Test2.jpgSCI Houtzdale would like to congratulate Nico for passing his Public Access Certification test. We are excited to have him here at Houtzdale to serve as the staff facility dog. He first began his training at Houtzdale in May 2017 as part of the R.U.F.F. Program. United Disabilities Services decided that due to extenuating circumstances, Nico would be better suited to become a facility dog. They felt that the perfect place for Nico to act as a facility dog would be at SCI Houtzdale.

Nico's approval to become the staff facility dog is part of the Staff Morale Initiative.  He will be available for any staff member who would like him to visit their offices, units or groups.  These visits can vary from an hour to all day.


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