Service Dogs
A Service Dog Is More Than a Well-Trained Dog
A service dog is individually trained to perform specific tasks that mitigate a person's disability.
At Hope Service Dogs, we focus on the individual—not a generic list of tasks.
Service Dogs Built Around the Individual
At Hope Service Dogs, we breed, raise, and train Golden Retrievers for service work. We specialize in started service dogs for people with dysautonomia, while also training dogs for a variety of medical, mobility, psychiatric, autism, and other disability-related needs.
Every dog and every handler is different. Our goal is to create a partnership that works in real life.
Hope Service Dogs, Inc is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're considering an HSD service dog, the next step is to learn about our requirements and journey before applying.
What Disabilities Do We Serve?
We don't train for a diagnosis—we train specific tasks that mitigate the person's disability.
If you don't see your disability listed, contact us. Training is based on the tasks needed to mitigate the disability—not simply the diagnosis.
What Can a Service Dog Do?
A service dog's job is to perform specific tasks that mitigate a person's disability.
Tasks may include:
Medical alert
Medical response
Medical recovery assistance
Retrieval
Mobility assistance
Psychiatric interruption
Grounding
And many other individualized tasks
Important: Every Dog Is an Individual
Not every dog can perform every task.
We evaluate each dog based on temperament, structure, ability, motivation, and training progress. The goal is to create a successful partnership, not simply to check boxes on a task list.
Looking for a Started Service Dog?
HSD specializes in started service dogs for people with dysautonomia and related needs.
A started service dog has already begun formal service dog training but is not necessarily a fully trained service dog. The amount and type of training varies from dog to dog.
What Happens Next?
Choosing a service dog is a big decision.
Learn more about the HSD process, from exploring your options to developing your service dog partnership.
Ready to Explore Your Options?
Choosing a service dog is a process. Learn about the HSD programs, requirements, application process, and what to expect as you develop your partnership with your dog.