Jan 8, 2026
Jim has been a volunteer with OccuPaws since 2013 when he and his wife began to raise “Star”. He is active in the Masonic Lodge as a Mason and involved with the Order of the Eastern Star. Jim has been an electrician for 35 years and enjoys working with electricity...
Jan 8, 2026
Kris has been a volunteer with OccuPaws since 2013 when she was Worthy Grand Matron for the Order of the Eastern Star. She enjoys raising and training but also enjoys helping with the medical concerns that may arise in a dog. Kris has been the Medical Assistant...
Jan 8, 2026
Paul Turinske is legally blind and members of his family are severely allergic to dogs, Paul was not seeking a Guide Dog until he learned that OccuPaws was placing Poodles in 2013 at a Foundation for Fighting Blindness VisionWalk. Paul was matched up with his first...
Jan 7, 2026
Jane has been a puppy raiser since 2019 and a member of the Puppy Committee since 2021. She volunteers at fund raisers and currently hosts a breeding female. She retired from non-profit work where she managed volunteers for large events and wrote marketing materials....
Jan 7, 2026
Barb Schultze has been a dedicated volunteer with OccuPaws for 18 years. Over the years, she has served the organization in several key roles, including puppy raiser, Vice President, and President. A lifelong Wisconsin resident, Barb is deeply committed to helping...