Dogs with Jobs: Dogs with Important Jobs
Friday October 9 2026 2:00PM
El Mirage Library
Event Description
Come meet some amazing working dogs and learn about the important jobs they do!
Join Legend Acres for an educational and interactive program exploring the world of working dogs.
Meet:
Kristy May - Founder of Legend Acres, with her dog Hero, a Golden Retriever and Service Dog in Training
Hope Garza - Legend Acres Instructor, with dog Heidi, a German Shepherd who is both a Service Dog and Therapy Dog
Learn about the many jobs dogs can do, including service dogs, therapy dogs, emotional support animals, detection dogs, search-and-rescue dogs, herding dogs, livestock guardian dogs, police and military dogs, and more!
Discover why many different breeds can be working dogs, what their training looks like, and how dogs and their handlers work together as a team.
Heidi will also read a special story about dogs with jobs!
Perfect for children, families, dog lovers, and anyone who wants to learn more about the incredible ways dogs help people and their communities.
Come learn. Come listen. Come meet some amazing working dogs!
When
2:00PM - 4:00PM
Friday October 9 2026
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Where
Library Event Room
El Mirage Library
13513 N. El Mirage Rd
El Mirage AZ 85335
United States
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Event Partner
Legend Acres www.legend-acres.com
Event Registration
No Registration Required
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