a service dog is the permanent companion of a person with a disability that enables them to live with greater independence. service dogs are individually trained to perform specific tasks and to work with people with disabilities and are granted public access. service dogs of virginia is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that raises, trains, and places dogs to assist people with disabilities. highly trained dogs perform a multitude of tasks that allow greater personal freedom and independence. we serve …

adi fosters a collaborative global community dedicated to the highest standards of excellence for the assistance dog industry. a global network of organizations collaborating to ensure high quality assistance dogs create new paths of possibilities for the individuals they support. dog health & welfare:  to ensure the physical and emotional safety of assistance dogs. we are committed to training methods, care and treatment that demonstrate partnership, appreciation and respect. assistance dogs organizations that pass adi’s accreditation process become adi accredited …

you can make a monthly or a one-time gift and help provide highly trained service dogs to people with disabilities free of charge. do you want to dedicate your wedding, birthday or other event to canine companions? click the button below to start a diy fundraiser. join our national community of volunteers working to support our mission through puppy raising, events, on-campus help and more. would you like to include canine companions in your estate plans or trust? find out …

training a service dog can be a costly venture, but for those that need the help of a specialized canine, it’s priceless. as you can imagine, the cost of taking a puppy and training it up into the ways of a service dog is not cheap. once all your paperwork is in order, then you will be put on a list for your service dog, and usually (depending on the agency) a down payment and applicable fees will be required …

choosing an appropriate service dog training center is the first step towards turning a canine companion into a bonafide service animal. for a brick-and-mortar establishment, it’s worth assessing the facilities in person before committing. so what’s the best option for training a service dog: in-person or online? online programs give you all the support and guidance you need at a fraction of the price of an in-person course.

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