Crew Member: Charlie (full name Charles Barkley Fager)
Breed and Age: 75% Schnauzer & 25% Shih Tzu, 1 years old
Charlie is a certified therapy dog who brings comfort, connection, and endless tail wags to every event he attends. Whether he’s greeting kids, joining community gatherings, or simply offering a calm presence, Charlie reminds everyone of the heart behind our mission.
Charlie’s journey began at the Golden Belt Humane Society in Great Bend, Kansas, where he was adopted at just 12 weeks old. From the start, his training focused on socialization and neutrality—skills essential for a future therapy dog. Despite a tough bout with parvo as a puppy, Charlie bounced back with resilience, much like the children served by Child Advocacy Centers.
His formal training was guided by his mom, along with Special K9 in Burrton, Kansas and Coach K9 in Great Bend, Kansas. From 12 weeks to his first birthday, Charlie trained nearly every day, building the foundation for his certification at just one year old. Today, he still loves a good training session—especially when treats are involved!
On his days off, Charlie enjoys hanging out with his best friend Harvey and going on car rides!
Charlie’s impact continues to grow, one tail wag at a time. In September 2025, he made his debut at our Council Meeting, greeting attendees with gentle enthusiasm and quietly listening in as we discussed advocacy efforts. Just a couple weeks later, Charlie attended one of our center’s local vendor fairs—his first public outreach event! He loved saying hello to everyone, soaking up the attention, and representing our mission with heart.
Charlie is scheduled to make several more appearances before the end of the year, and we’ll be sharing photos along the way. Whether he’s attending meetings, visiting vendor booths, or comforting kids, Charlie brings warmth, connection, and a reminder of why we do this work.
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