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The Scottish Terrier Club of Greater Denver

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The Scottish Terrier Club of Greater Denver is a warm and welcoming community for those who love and appreciate the spirited personality of the Scottish Terrier. Whether you’re a longtime Scottie owner or simply admire the breed, the club offers a fun and inclusive way to connect with others who share your passion. Founded in 2019, the club was created to celebrate the unique charm of Scotties while promoting responsible ownership, education, and rescue support.

The club hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including seasonal meetups, dog-friendly outings, breed education sessions, and community fundraisers. These gatherings offer a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere where Scotties (and their people) can socialize, play, and build lasting friendships. In addition to social events, the club also supports Scottish Terrier rescue efforts, fosters public awareness, and shares helpful resources for grooming, training, and breed health.

Membership is open to all Scottie lovers—whether you own one, hope to in the future, or simply admire the breed’s bold personality. Joining the club is a great way to meet other local enthusiasts, get involved in fun and meaningful events, and support the well-being of Scottish Terriers throughout Colorado. To learn more or get involved, visit https://stcgdenver.org.

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Meet Yin and Yang: More Than Mascots—They’re Family

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At Project: Return To Work Inc. (R2W), our mission goes beyond job placement—it’s about restoring confidence, rebuilding lives, and reconnecting families. That mission is reflected in two very special team members: Yin and Yang, our beloved mascots. 

These loyal dogs do more than pose for photos. At every R2W event, they bring warmth, comfort, and connection. Whether they’re playing with kids, offering quiet support to a veteran, or simply making someone smile, Yin and Yang help turn our gatherings into safe, welcoming spaces. 

For many military families, their presence is the first step in feeling at home again. They help us reach veterans on a personal level—opening hearts and easing the journey back into civilian life. 

Recently, Yin (Bilbo) and Yang (Olive) attended a regional dog show where Yang took home Best in Show, and Yin earned Best of Opposite Sex. But their real achievement is the impact they make in people’s lives every day. 

They represent everything R2W stands for: trust, hope, and unwavering support. In a world where healing takes many forms, Yin and Yang remind us that sometimes the most powerful connection comes on four paws. 

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STCGD Member Rob Brazell we are so proud of you!

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STCGD Member Rob Brazell we are so proud of you! Rob has, has again been awarded the prestigious Seven Seals Award.

The Seven Seals Award is the broadest and most inclusive award given by ESGR and is presented at the discretion of the State Chair or by ESGR senior leadership. The Seven Seals Award is presented in recognition of significant individual or organizational achievement, initiative, or support that promotes and supports the ESGR mission, to include the efforts of the more than 2,300 volunteers who carry out ESGR’s mission across the Nation on a daily basis. 

Rob received this award for the first time in 2011. He has also been awarded other DOD ESGR awards, like the “Above and Beyond” award. And gold medals from Presidents Obama, Trump, and Biden. Return To Work Inc. (R2W) President, Rob Brazell, was awarded the Seven Seals Award by Admiral Richard Young and General Thomas Mills at the U.S. Department of Defense’s Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve program (ESGR). The ESGR Seven Seals Award is presented at the discretion of the ESGR State Chair in recognition of significant individual or organization achievement, in addition to initiative or support that promotes and bolsters the ESGR mission. The Seven Seals Award is the only ESGR award that bridges both employer and volunteer recognition awards programs.

Return 2 Work earned the Seven Seals award for its exceptional support of the Military and Veterans Employment Expo (MVEE), held in May 2011. R2W partnered with the ESGR program to create the Military and Veterans Employment Expo in order to  

  1. address unemployment among National Guardsmen, Reservists and Veterans,
  2. provide training on job hunting skills, and
  3. hold a job fair featuring over 75 employers from various cities in Colorado. R2W played a significant role throughout the entire Military and Veterans Employment Expo, offering the following services:
  • Registration system, operators, and office support – which were donated by StaffCV, Your Office and Office Evolution;
  • Professional “How to” employment webinars for veterans sponsored by ReadyTalk;
  • A seminar – led by R2W President Rob Brazell – entitled “Career Exploration,” which aimed to help veterans prepare for networking with the various employers who attended the employment expo. Numerous volunteers helped to make the employment expo a success. Regarding the tremendous success of MVEE, R2W President Rob Brazell noted, “The military and government reached out…the community reached back. This unprecedented collaboration among several military, government and community partners made a huge difference in the lives of many Colorado veterans and their families.” R2W continues to provide quality metrics to the array of military and government agencies involved in MVEE, while also participating on the central planning committee for the next employment forum to be announced by the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve program.