Koda the Service Dog

Koda the Service Dog My Job is to provide unconditional love so I can change at least one person's life. My name is Koda, and I'm the new 139th AW Therapy/Comfort Dog in Training.

I'm excited to meet people and can't wait to make new friends. I'm a Goldendoodle puppy. You will notice I don't have much doodle in me yet; I'm still hoping to get some cute curls. So, we will wait and see. I love to play, and my favorite things are belly rubs, chasing balls and leaves, finding sticks to bring back to the office to chew on, and, of course, meeting new people. My job is to provide

lots of love and snuggles to my brothers and sisters at the 139th Airlift Wing. Really, anyone who wants to stop by, I will give them love as well. I want to make a difference in someone's life. If I can make you smile or change how your day is going, then I have done my job.

Well, it’s time to point the car toward home. I’m coming home Ash, Camo, Skye and Sheldon.I’m still trying to figure out...
07/17/2026

Well, it’s time to point the car toward home. I’m coming home Ash, Camo, Skye and Sheldon.

I’m still trying to figure out how Mom and Dad packed more stuff than we came with. I brought one Frisbee. They acted like we were moving to Colorado.

Then I saw it! The kennel.

Yep. They packed it. After all we’ve been through together. I was really hoping it would somehow get “misplaced” in the mountains. Don’t worry! I know we’re not supposed to litter. Besides, the bears would probably return it with a note that said, “We’re wild, not crazy.”

I think Mom felt a little bad about the whole kennel situation because she made one very important stop before we left. In-N-Out!!!!!!!

This time I didn’t just get a Pup Patty. I got a whole cheeseburger! I finally got my paper hat, and the crew even took a picture with me. At this point, I think they should just make me the official In-N-Out mascot.

Now, I have a rule. I never eat while wearing my working vest. A professional has standards. But, this cheeseburger changed everything. Mom tried to hold it for me. After a couple bites I finally thought, “Mom, you’re slowing down production.” So I took it out of her hands and finished it myself.

I guess you could say it was so good that even a service dog broke the rules.

Now we’re on the road again… but if I’m being honest, I’m somewhere between Colorado and a full-blown cheeseburger coma. Wake me up if we see Brother Bear or another In-N-Out.

I didn’t find Brother Bear this trip, but I found mountains, new friends, my Junior Ranger badge, my paper hat, and memories I’ll never forget.

Until next time, Colorado!

A big thank you to Matt and Emily for inviting us on such an amazing adventure!

07/17/2026

I have a complaint! Think it’s a pretty good one.

Mom and Dad went white water rafting and zip lining yesterday. Sounds fun right!

Me? I got stuck in a kennel.

Now, I don’t think that’s very fair. Just because I may have sampled a few of the blinds in our cabin doesn’t mean I can’t be trusted. I was just checking the quality. You know, making sure they were durable. Apparently they weren’t.

Dad did come let me out for a potty break before he went flying down a mountain on zip lines, so I’ll give him a few bonus points.

When they got back, Dad couldn’t stop laughing because Mom fell out of the raft and into the river. Funny how he laughs when Mom ends up in the water, but I’m the one who gets put in a kennel for a little interior decorating.

The first thing I asked was if they saw Brother Bear. The raft guides said they’d seen a few black bears behind one of the buildings digging through the trash. Brother Bear, if that’s you, we really need to talk about your life choices.

Tomorrow’s adventure better include me and no cages!

Today, the worst thing that could have happened, did! My mom and Dad left me alone in the cabin while they went swimmin...
07/16/2026

Today, the worst thing that could have happened, did! My mom and Dad left me alone in the cabin while they went swimming without me in the hot springs and in the river! The nerve of them! Well, I sure showed them! I ate ALL the blinds in the cabin! Well, I think that backfired on me though, because mom and Dad came home with a fluffing kennel for tomorrow! 😭 Now I'm going to have to tap into my inner Houdini and make them suffer!

Today I took my buddies, Umber and Stachi, and their grandparents, back to the Royal Gorge. A Junior Ranger has to give ...
07/15/2026

Today I took my buddies, Umber and Stachi, and their grandparents, back to the Royal Gorge. A Junior Ranger has to give the official tour, you know.

We walked across the bridge and rode the tram again. It’s really high, but you can see forever!

Then we spotted a bighorn sheep standing up on the rocks like he was in charge of security. I tried to ask him if he’d seen my brother Bear, but he just stared at me like, “Kid… wrong species.”

After that, we watched his relatives take a ride on the Skycoaster. I decided that looked like a terrible life choice. I’ll stick to chasing Frisbees with all four paws on the ground.

Still no Brother Bear… but the search continues!

I almost forgot the biggest news…I’m officially a Junior Ranger! I take my new job very seriously. My first assignment?...
07/14/2026

I almost forgot the biggest news…

I’m officially a Junior Ranger! I take my new job very seriously. My first assignment? Find Brother Bear.

Oh… and Mom and Dad really did climb that mountain. Dad says he “strategically” stopped halfway. That’s a funny way of saying Mom left him eating trail dust. Mom made it all the way to the top, so I guess she earned extra treats or at least bragging rights.

I rode the gondola like a pro, scanned the woods for bears, and fulfilled all my Junior Ranger responsibilities.

Brother Bear, if you’re out there, your little brother has a badge now!

I went to the Royal Gorge today and it was soooooo scary! I proved I could conquer my fears though and walked the bridge...
07/13/2026

I went to the Royal Gorge today and it was soooooo scary! I proved I could conquer my fears though and walked the bridge and even went on a Gondola ride! Mom and Dad even climbed the mountain though Dad only made it through there first half because he's so old! 🤣 Mom did the full climb! Still haven't seen Brother Bear, but they said that some black bears were in the area! I can't wait!!!!

Photo dump from my time at Camp Farwesta for Junior Camp and Junior High Camp. I had a blast and chased LOTS of squirrel...
07/13/2026

Photo dump from my time at Camp Farwesta for Junior Camp and Junior High Camp. I had a blast and chased LOTS of squirrels and bunnies swam, enjoyed campfire and games and most of all I met soo many new friends! I miss them all!

07/12/2026

Road Trip Report from Koda

Mom and Dad took me to In-N-Out Burger today, and I discovered they have something called a Pup Patty on the secret menu.

Excuse me! You’ve known about this place all this time and we’re just now stopping? I’m starting to question your decision making.

That Pup Patty disappeared so fast I don’t even think it touched my tongue. If there had been a second one, I would’ve gladly helped keep it from going to waste.

Now, I do need to file one official complaint.

WHERE WAS MY PAPER HAT?! Every picture I’ve seen has dogs wearing those cool little hats. I was ready to be Employee of the Month, and nobody even gave me a chance.

I’m hoping we stop one more time before we head home. Not because I want another Pup Patty… okay, maybe a little. But mostly because I need that hat. A dog can’t become an In-N-Out legend without the proper uniform.

Mom says one Pup Patty is enough.

Dad, if you’re reading this, blink twice if we’re stopping again.

Pit stop!Apparently Mom had way too much coffee, so we had to make an unexpected stop. Humans! They’re high maintenance....
07/12/2026

Pit stop!

Apparently Mom had way too much coffee, so we had to make an unexpected stop. Humans! They’re high maintenance.

While Mom was taking care of business, Dad and I wandered through the gift shop. That’s when I found the perfect wilderness hat! I figured if I’m going to find my Brother Bear, I need to look like I belong out here.

I even met another bear while I was there. I asked him if he’d seen my brother, but he wasn’t much of a talker. Just stood there staring at me. I sure hope the other bears I meet are a little friendlier and can point me in the right direction.

Then Mom laughed and said, “Koda, this is probably the closest you’ll get to seeing Brother Bear.”

We’ll just see about that, Mom. My adventure isn’t over yet!

We made it to Colorado!But I have a question.Mom and Dad promised me giant mountains, huge trees, and maybe even a chanc...
07/12/2026

We made it to Colorado!

But I have a question.

Mom and Dad promised me giant mountains, huge trees, and maybe even a chance to find my Brother Bear. So why do I feel like we’re still in Kansas? It’s so flat! Where are all the rocks? Where are the mountains? Did someone forget to put them out today?

I’m starting to wonder if Brother Bear got tired of waiting and wandered off looking for me.

Dad keeps telling me, “Just wait, Koda.” I sure hope he’s right, because this pup is ready to trade cornfields for mountain trails, cool streams, and maybe a bear-sized adventure.

Don’t worry, Brother Bear… I’m getting closer. I can feel it!

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