Dogs for Life, Inc.
About the Program
Recent organizational material publishes full-cost estimates for both client-owned and provider-placed dog pathways.
Service Dogs Offered
Service-dog training and placement; veteran service dogs
Who Qualifies
People with disabilities; veterans are a major focus
Geographic eligibility: Florida / Vero Beach region; broader placement details unclear
Does the Program Provide the Dog?
Provider supplies dog: Yes
Yes
Owner-training supported: Yes
Yes; client-owned-dog training model documented
Cost & Financial Requirements
Published 2026 cost model estimates ~$17,860 over program/recertification for client-owned dog and ~$35,255 for a DFL-placed dog; actual assistance/subsidy should be confirmed
Directory cost category: $15,000+
Wait Time & Application Status
Wait time: Not published
Applications: Contact / Verify
Application/training information available
ApplicationTraining & Travel Requirements
Training model: Client-owned dog or provider-placed dog; staged obedience/specialty training and recertification
Travel/on-site requirement: Florida-based training
Support After Placement
Not yet researched