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Day one. Class one. Bark to Basics at Waverly Animal Wellness Center in Lansing.

Benny walked in at 13 weeks old, took one look at a room full of barking dogs and strangers, and decided none of it was worth his attention. Locked onto his handler. Held his focus sit. Ignored every distraction the room had to offer — other dogs, new people, new smells, the whole circus.

Then, just to make sure we knew he was paying attention, he threw in a shake. Left paw. Right paw. Done.

This is the official start of the IAADP-tracked training clock for service dog certification — 120 hours minimum over 6+ months. Foundation phase. The work that makes everything else possible.

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Benny came to work today. 🐾

📍 Waverly Animal Wellness Center · Lansing, MI

🗓️ April 28, 2026 · 13 weeks

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This is Benny — 13-week male Cane Corso, service dog in training for a retired, service-connected U.S. Navy veteran.

He's been on the ground since 10 weeks. Three controlled live-fire exposure sessions at a private range before his first visit to an active public range at 13 weeks — rifles and pistols, multiple shooters, full chaos. He was completely unbothered. Solicited tummy rubs from strangers mid-session while the range was hot.

We're documenting everything — milestones, behavioral observations, weight and growth, training partners, and the clinical framework behind the program — at bennyclinical.com/benny.

Happy to be here. Corso people know what this breed is. Looking forward to the community.