Courthouse Dogs Foundation

After six years of dedicated service at the Oak Child and Youth Advocacy Centre in Vernon, BC, Canada, facility dog Cirque officially retired in April.

Throughout her career, Cirque helped children feel safer, calmer, and supported during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. Her quiet presence made a lasting impact on countless children, families, and professionals along the way.

Thank you to the Oak CYAC team and to PADS, who helped support Cirque’s incredible work over the years.

Wishing Cirque a happy retirement filled with trail walks, lake adventures, and plenty of early dinners. 🐾

Behind every courthouse facility dog is a devoted handler and an extraordinary bond built on trust, teamwork, and compassion. 💙🐾

This National Dog Mom Day, we’re celebrating just a few of the incredible dog-handler teams around the world who show up every day to support children and other vulnerable individuals navigating the justice system.