APPLY FOR A SERVICE DOG

Our program is completely free to qualified military veterans and first responders. Start your journey to a life-changing partnership.

WHO QUALIFIES

Eligible Applicants

  • Military veterans (all branches) with a VA disability rating
  • First responders (law enforcement, fire, EMS, dispatch)
  • Must be able to provide documentation of service
  • Must pass a background check (no violent offenses, especially against animals)

What You'll Need

  • DD-214 (veterans) or department verification letter (first responders)
  • Doctor or provider letter stating a service dog would be beneficial
  • VA disability rating documentation (if you don't have one yet, we'll help you through the process)
  • Consent to a background check

Don't have all your documents ready? Go ahead and apply — we'll work with you to gather what's needed.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1

Apply

Fill out the application below. Our board reviews every submission.

2

Get Matched

If approved, we assign you a local trainer who finds the right dog for you.

3

Train Together

You and your K9 train as a team using cooperative, positive methods.

4

Graduate

When ready, your team graduates — and we're still here if you need us.

ASSISTANCE APPLICATION

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