We all value our independence!

Someone who is physically challenged values that independence even more, because the daily chores which we often take for granted are more difficult for someone with limited mobility.

A trained dog can improve a person's quality of life and become a valuable vehicle to accomplish this goal of independence. This four-legged "assistive device" is capable of giving unconditional love and support and can provide valuable psychological, emotional and social support.

Our dogs are trained to:

• Retrieve items dropped or out of reach.
• Bring the phone in emergencies or on command.
• Pull a wheelchair.
• Put trash in containers.
• Open doors, drawers, or cupboards.
• Turn lights on or off.
• Take clothes out of the dryer.
• Prevent serious falls by helping an ambulatory partner transfer.
• Activate adaptive swithces to aid with daily living chores.
• Bark to alert for help.
• Help with balance while walking or climbing stairs.
• Aid in dressing or undressing.