River’s Edge Dog Academy LLC

“My name is Caitlin and I’ve been Type 1 Diabetic for 11 years. I never had much trouble controlling my blood sugar until 2014 when I got pregnant with our son. During the early part of my pregnancy I lost what is called hypoglycemia awareness and could no longer feel when my blood sugar was dropping low. Because of this, I would be very low before I realized anything was wrong and actually passed out a couple of times. My husband and I started researching alternative ways of helping me and came across some information about Diabetes Alert Dogs. Unfortunately what we found (although it sounded very helpful) were dogs that cost upwards of $15,000 and were on a 10 year waiting list. This was very discouraging since it sounded like a DAD could really help me. Then we found the Cadles at River’s Edge Dog Academy. They were so nice and helpful and quickly gave us all the information we needed. They also offered to train a dog that we brought to them and did so for a much more reasonable rate. They said they didn’t feel right cheating people out of their money just because it was a Service Dog. This was super encouraging and exciting! We found our dog, Babette at a breeder and shortly after getting her, brought her to the Cadles to begin training. They were absolutely wonderful to work with and we have been so pleased with all of the training Babette received. She has been a life line for me and the Cadles at River’s Edge Dog Academy made that possible! I am beyond grateful to them! Shortly after Babette came home she woke me up in the middle of the night. I was drenched in sweat and my blood sugar was in the 30’s. Had she not woken me I know I would have dropped into an unconscious sleep. She very well might have saved me that night! She is so lovable and always on guard to help me! That is all thanks to the Cadle’s wonderful training!”
– Caitlyn + Babette

“Terry and Nancy Cadle of Rivers Edge Dog Academy are an amazing duo. They have set the bar high for other Diabetic Alert Dogs training facilities. From the first phone call they have been by our side providing information, training and full support. The dog choose for our daughter and her unique and rare condition was a meticulously selected candidate by Terry and Nancy. They made sure not only she would he successful in her job but a perfect fit to our family dynamics. Even after placement they have been there 110% behind us ready to support us, our daughter and our D.A.D. They are essentially heroes to our family. We are blessed to have been able to work with Rivers Edge Dog Academy.”
– Delylah + Lulu

“Henry Jensen is 9 years old and has been living with type 1 diabetes since he was 5. Although he has the technology of a continuous glucose monitor, the addition of Tako to our house has given him a more personal way to keep tabs on his blood sugar. She is a devoted companion who deeply loves her boy and enthusiastically alerts when he is low, even going to his parents when he does not respond. Having a dog to not only monitor his blood sugar but also for emotional support is wonderful.”
– Henry + Tako Taco