CONWAY — Dry eyes were hard to find last Saturday at the annual Assistance Canine Training Services (ACTS) graduation at the Journey Church in Center Conway. Seven teams were recognized along with puppy raisers, breeders and trainers. It truly takes a village to raise a service dog.
About 150 people attended the ceremony to honor the Class of 2022. The graduating teams were:
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