Meet the Trained Working Animals from the University of Notre Dame

Ziggi the miniature schnauzer is a resident of Dunne Hall along with his owners John and Karen Deak, both University Faculties. Ziggi is a member of the Welcome Weekend Crew and moved in last June.

Rebel is a five-year-old service dog for the legally blind. His owner, Emily Eagle, is a senior and a Howard Hall resident assistant. She was paired rebel before she was enrolled in the university. “Rebel has changed my life in the best way possible. He helps me get to my classes, meetings, and hangouts with friends,” said Emily.

Toxi and Skeet are two black Labradors. They are the first K-9 members of the Notre Dame Police Department that joined back in 2017. Their jobs are to detect explosives while accompanying their handlers in high-traffic areas.

Toxi’s handler is Officer Jarett Gilpin and Skeet’s handler is Officer Anthony Clark. Please don’t pet these animals while they’re on duty. Ask permission from their handler first before touching them.

Source: NOTRE DAME MAGAZINE

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