We are dedicated to providing Veterans and First Responders who suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder with a trained service dog to assist in mitigating life’s daily challenges at no charge.

We take great pride in providing our Heroes the best possible service, and your honesty and accuracy in this application is the first step.  Although other information may be required, our basic criteria includes:

1. Service Background – Applicants must be military veterans or first responders
2. Medical Diagnosis – A documented diagnosis of PTSD is required
3. Stable living environment – including the financial ability to provide care for a Service Dog.
4. No alcohol or substance abuse and no illegal dependency.
5. No felony conviction, pending criminal charges, current parole/probation, pattern of criminality, or animal abuse.
6. Residence in the territorial United States and no intention to leave for 60 days after graduation from our program.
7. Pay for travel expenses 
8. Willingness to work with us on other pets in the home if required, for example, conflict or number of dogs in the home
9. Ability to participate fully without a caregiver or assistance in activities of daily living
10. Commitment to Training – Applicants should be willing to participate in the organization’s training program to ensure a successful partnership with the service dog. Must demonstrate physical, emotional, and financial ability to care for a service dog