Puppy Information
Our foundation girls—Ginger, Lucy, and Leta—are of “European Show Lines,” imported from Europe.
We prioritize temperament, health, trainability, and sociability in our breeding program. When selecting sires for their litters, we maintain our high standards, ensuring that the male chosen will complement our girls.
If the perfect puppy for you isn't available in the current litter, rest assured that your application will roll over to a future litter. We’re committed to helping you find the right match!
What sets our puppies apart?
First and foremost, we conduct extensive health and genetic testing to ensure our puppies are as healthy as possible.
Next, our puppy development program prepares them to be exceptional companions. Each puppy is raised with love and undergoes extensive socialization, habituation, and training, including:
Early Neurological Stimulation: This introduces mild stresses to stimulate the neurological system, improving immune function, cardiovascular health, and stress tolerance.
Early Scent Introduction: This enhances adult scenting ability, which is crucial for service dogs.
Extensive Socialization & Habituation: We take advantage of the critical socialization window when puppies are eager to learn.
Environmental Exposure: Exposure to diverse environments fosters confidence and self-assurance in puppies.
Avidog & Puppy Culture: This program incorporates emotional resiliency exercises, safe socialization, problem-solving activities, anti-aggression protocols, and more.
Playtime: We harness the power of play to teach results and consequences in a fun and engaging way.
Crate Training: We ensure puppies view the crate positively, facilitating house training and providing a safe space during emergencies or outings.
Clicker Training: We introduce clicker training early so you can start training your puppy right away.
Potty Training: We utilize potty pads and take puppies outside frequently to simplify house training.
Online Course: Each puppy comes with access to one of Victoria’s online training courses.
We evaluate puppies from the moment they arrive to ensure they are matched with the right families. Our temperament tests assess traits like social attraction, trainability, sensitivity to sounds and touch, and more.
Puppies can go to their new homes as early as 8 weeks old, microchipped and with a health certificate. Alternatively, they can stay with us for additional training, setting them up for success.
We not only breed for our own program but also have extra puppies available for sale—some as service dog prospects, companion pets, or therapy dogs.
By purchasing a puppy from us, you help provide trained service dogs to assist people with disabilities, granting them greater freedom, independence, and hope.
Our Process
Complete the Application: Fill in the application form.
Schedule a Phone Call: We'll discuss any questions you may have.
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.
Join Our Puppy Wait List: You will be added to our list after the holding fee is received.
Connect with Our Community: Request to join our Puppy Family Facebook group once your application is approved and the holding fee is processed.
Volunteer Opportunities: Help HSD by sharing our social media posts, ordering a t-shirt, or telling friends and family about our mission.
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.
Puppy Matching: You will be matched with a puppy based on your needs when they are 7-8 weeks old.
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.
Training: Use our online course, provided with every puppy, to start training your new companion!
Training
Set your puppy up for a lifetime of success with our Puppy Training Program! Please note that we have limited spots available, so early enrollment is recommended.
Additionally, your dog may have the opportunity to return for continued training through our Adult Training Program, ensuring ongoing support and development as they grow.
Questions?
We’re here to help! If you have any questions or need more information, feel free to contact us or email us directly. We look forward to hearing from you!
