Our Programs
Physical Assistance Dogs
Empowering individuals with physical disabilities to live more independently through expertly trained canine partners.
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Physical Assistance Dogs are trained to perform a wide range of mobility and daily living tasks tailored to each recipient's specific needs. Every dog's task list is customized during the matching and training process.
Mobility Assistance
- Bracing and counterbalance for walking
- Pulling a manual wheelchair
- Opening and closing doors
- Pressing elevator buttons and automatic door openers
Retrieval Tasks
- Picking up dropped items
- Retrieving named objects (phone, keys, medication)
- Carrying items in a backpack or bag
- Bringing items from another room
Emergency Assistance
- Activating a medical alert device
- Barking to summon help
- Retrieving a phone to call 911
- Staying with handler until help arrives
Success Stories
Maria and Max
Multiple Sclerosis
"Max opens every door for me — literally and figuratively. I went from needing help with everything to living alone for the first time in my life."
Maria was paired with Max in 2020. She now lives independently in her own apartment, with Max assisting her with mobility and daily tasks.
James and Bella
Spinal Cord Injury
"Bella has given me back my dignity. I can go to work, run errands, and live my life without depending on other people for every little thing."
James, a C5 quadriplegic, was paired with Bella in 2022. Bella assists with retrieval tasks, door opening, and emergency alerting.
Apply for a Physical Assistance Dog
We work with individuals with a wide range of physical disabilities. Our application is free and our team will work with you to find the right match.