Puppy Application

golden retriever puppies

The 8 puppies in our Aladdin litter.

You have several great options for training your puppy:

  1. Pick Up at 8 Weeks: Take your puppy home and train on your own.

  2. Work with Your Own Trainer: Continue training with a trainer of your choice.

  3. Use Our Online Course: Each puppy comes with access to our online training course, providing guidance and support at your fingertips.

  4. Enroll in a Puppy Program: Let us help you start training foundational skills for service dogs through one of our specialized Puppy Programs.

Choose the option that best fits your needs and lifestyle!

Our Process:

  1. Complete the Application: Fill in the application form below.

  2. Schedule a Phone Call: We'll discuss any questions you may have.

  3. Non-Refundable Holding Fee: If approved, a $500 fee/donation secures your spot and goes toward your puppy balance. We accept:

    • Good Dog: Preferred payment method with $0 fees (see bottom of page).

    • Zelle: Add a 1% fee; total is $505 (send to victoria@hopeservicedogs.org).

    • Check: Payable to Hope Service Dogs, Inc., sent to 1990 S US 301, Sumterville, FL 33585.

  4. Join Our Puppy Wait List: You will be added to our list after the holding fee is received.

  5. Connect with Our Community: Request to join our Puppy Family Facebook group once your application is approved and the holding fee is processed.

  6. Volunteer Opportunities: Help HSD by sharing our social media posts, ordering a t-shirt, or telling friends and family about our mission.

  7. Puppy Wait List Notification: When your name comes up, we’ll contact you to see if you’re ready for your HSD Puppy. At this time, a $1,000 payment toward your balance is due.

  8. Puppy Matching: You will be matched with a puppy based on your needs when they are 7-8 weeks old.

  9. Puppy Contract: After matching, you'll receive a Puppy Contract via email, which needs to be completed and returned promptly. Full payment is due at this time via Good Dog, Zelle (with the fee added), or Cashiers Check.

  10. Training: Use our online course, provided with every puppy, to start training your new companion!

Did we mention - we also have Puppy Training Programs - to give your pup the very best start?