About Us

Our Founder – Captain Haggerty

The Captain


Captain Arthur J. Haggerty

December 3, 1931- July 3, 2006

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of a friend and family member. A man obsessed with dogs, “The Captain” will be tremendously missed.

If you would like to read about many of his contributions to dogs please follow the links to the left.

Curriculum Vitae

July 18, 2006
New York Times, "Arthur Haggerty, 74, Master Dog Trainer, Dies"


July 17, 2006
New York Sun, "Captain Haggerty, 74, Dog Trainer, Dog Author, Dog Cineaste"


In lieu of flowers, the family asks that the following organizations be considered:

The following are some of my dad's favorite organizations.

Peggy Adam's Animal Rescue League
The AKC Canine Health Foundation
Take the Lead
American Dog Owners Association
The International Association of Canine Professionals Scholarship Fund
in Honor of Captain Arthur Haggerty (newly named in his honor)

More to keep in mind:
American Cancer Society
Hospice of Palm Beach County