Can Do Canines
About the Program
Does not provide dogs solely for PTSD/psychiatric disability.
Service Dogs Offered
Mobility; hearing; seizure assist; diabetes alert; autism assist; skilled home companions; facility dogs
Who Qualifies
Adults/children depending on program; Minnesota and Wisconsin residents
Geographic eligibility: MN and WI for mobility/hearing/diabetes/seizure; autism currently MN only
Does the Program Provide the Dog?
Provider supplies dog: Yes
Yes
Owner-training supported: No
No
Cost & Financial Requirements
Dogs placed free of charge; $50 application fee
Directory cost category: Free / minimal
Wait Time & Application Status
Wait time: Varies by program; autism wait can reach 3–4 years and autism applications are currently closed
Applications: Closed / Paused
Open by program; autism applications currently not accepted
ApplicationTraining & Travel Requirements
Training model: Provider-trained assistance dog placement
Travel/on-site requirement: Regional matching/team training in Minnesota
Support After Placement
Ongoing graduate/team support