NEADS World Class Service Dogs
Pawsible PRO
Hearing Dog, Autism Assistance for Children, Service Dog (Veterans), Facility Dog
Labs, Lab/Golden Crosses
Assistance Dogs International
Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire
Raisers should be located in MA, CT, RI, or NH
Restrictions
The organization provides:
Dog Food
General Vet Costs
Emergency Vet Costs
Flea/Tick and Heartworm Preventatives
Crate
All Equipment (Collars, Leashes, etc.)
Ear Cleaner
Brush
Bowl
Treat Pouch
Vest
ID Tag(s)
Toys
Treats
Raisers pay for:
Vet Costs caused by Raiser "Negligance"
Nail Clippers
Replacement Equipment if lost or destroyed
Supplies & Financial
Assistance
The Basics:
Socialization, Grooming & Handling, Potty Training, House Manners, Loose Leash Walking, Basic Obedience Cues (Sit, Down, Stand, Stay, etc.), Self-Control around Distractions, & Public Access Behavior
Advanced Cues:
Possible depending on the dog
Training Responsibilities
Website Application
Program introduction
Home Visit
Pre-puppy class
In-person class
Process
Weekly classes in person at the college + one in public class/month
Time Commitment
18 months +/-
Neuter/Spay
Flat Collar
Harness
Gentle Leader/Head Collar
Training Equipment
There is a puppy raising manual.
Training Guidance
Raisers are notified at least two weeks in advance of the dog coming in for Advanced Training for placement. Raisers will coordinate with the Instructor for dropping off for Advanced Training. Depending on the location of the raiser, we will either pick up the dog or ask that the raiser return the dog to NEADS. When Raisers turn dogs in for Advanced Training, we take a photo with the dog and send them a card with the dog’s paw print on it. When the dog has finished training and has been matched, the raiser is notified. The raiser is also invited to the annual graduation where they can meet the client.
Matriculation
NEADS holds an annual graduation for its most recent clients and puppy raisers are invited to attend. They are also invited to a Meet & Greet prior to the graduation.
Graduation
College student puppy raisers receive a NEADS Service Dog in Training who is six to eight months old. At this age, the dog is housebroken and has learned some very basic skills. We understand that students have many responsibilities. To ensure that participants can balance their roles as students and puppy raisers, multiple support systems are in place. The NEADS College Puppy Raiser Program consists of student “Pods” that include puppy raisers, co-raisers, and puppy sitters who all work closely together to help raise the puppy for its future role as working Service Dog. These Pods are supported by the college liaison and NEADS Instructors.
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