Big Paws Canine
About the Program
Current state resource was last assured June 1, 2026.
Service Dogs Offered
Service, therapy and companion dogs
Who Qualifies
Disabled veterans and disabled/former first responders
Geographic eligibility: 13-county South Dakota area around Hartford/Sioux Falls and southeast/east-central SD
Does the Program Provide the Dog?
Provider supplies dog: Yes
Yes / service dogs provided through program
Owner-training supported: Not publicly listed
Handler training is included; exact own-dog intake not fully confirmed
Cost & Financial Requirements
Service dogs described as $1 through fundraising/donations; $12 annual membership for unlimited dog/handler training
Directory cost category: Under $1,000
Wait Time & Application Status
Wait time: Not published
Applications: Contact / Verify
Online application, phone/in-person interview and membership-committee assessment
Training & Travel Requirements
Training model: Membership-based dog/handler training by appointment
Travel/on-site requirement: Training center in Hartford, South Dakota; appointment only
Support After Placement
Not yet researched