What are service dogs for?

A service dog is a type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders (such as post traumatic stress disorder), seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. read more

Service dogs can spend anywhere from a couple months to years training to become a service dog it all depends on what kind of service dog the dog is going to be used for. Training for a service dog starts when the puppies are only a few weeks old. read more

Service Dogs for America continues the rich tradition of encouraging and empowering those with special needs through custom trained service dogs. Our goal and mission is to facilitate specialized training, education, and ensure the placement of service dogs to individuals with special needs, without causing financial burdens. read more

PAWS Service Dogs are custom-trained to assist people with physical disabilities affecting one or more limbs. Service Dogs can enhance a person’s independence by helping with tasks such as pulling a wheelchair, opening doors, turning light switches on/off or picking up objects as small as a dime. read more