BluePath Service Dogs
Autism Assistance for Children
Labs, Goldens, Lab/Golden Crosses, Standard Poodles
ADI Candidate Program
New York, Remote
First time Raisers must be within an hour of and willing to travel to Hopewell Junction, NY, for puppy classes or have an experienced raiser reasonably close to serve as a mentor. No restrictions for Experienced Raisers.
Restrictions
The organization provides:
Vet Costs
Monthly preventatives
Crate
Vest
Leash
A few starter toys
Any training tools needed
Grooming Supplies
Raisers pay for:
Food
Treats
Toys
Supplies & Financial
Assistance
The Basics:
Basic obedience commands
House breaking
Excellent House manners
Excellent crate manners
Well socialized (People, environment, and other dogs)
Advanced Cues:
Public Access behaviors
Work around distractions
Training Responsibilities
Complete an application
Puppy Sit for 10-14 days
Process
Local raisers: Must attend classes in Wappinger Falls area, either bi monthly or monthly, depending on age of puppy on program
Remote raisers: Can enroll in a local Level 1 & 2 obedience class
Quarterly meet up with a BluePath staff member in home area
Time Commitment
Around 13-16 months
Neuter/Spay
Fabric or Chain Martingale
Flat Collar
Gentle Leader
Training Equipment
We have a manual that all raisers will have access to.
Training Guidance
The turn in process varies. The raiser can bring their dog into training, or meet up with a staff member.
We do not have a kennel environment. All of our dogs go into foster homes upon entering into formal training.
Every month the raiser will receive a dog report updating them on the dog's process.
Matriculation
We do have a graduation ceremony once a dog is placed. Here, our raisers get a chance to meet the new handler.
Graduation
Small, family-like organization with leadership that has experience with larger non-profits and service dog institutions. This creates a collaborative and family-like team environment with an unsurpassed level of professionalism.
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