Dogs Inc.
About the Program
Formerly Southeastern Guide Dogs; dual ADI/IGDF accreditation.
Service Dogs Offered
Guide dogs; veteran service dogs; skilled companion dogs; therapy/facility-style programs
Who Qualifies
Blind/visually impaired people; eligible U.S. veterans; Gold Star families; youth/adults depending on program
Geographic eligibility: United States
Does the Program Provide the Dog?
Provider supplies dog: Yes
Yes
Owner-training supported: No
No
Cost & Financial Requirements
Dogs, training, housing, equipment and most meals provided at no cost; recipient covers ongoing general/veterinary expenses not provided
Directory cost category: Not published
Wait Time & Application Status
Wait time: Varies by program/match; not a single current wait published
Applications: Open / Available
Program applications available
ApplicationTraining & Travel Requirements
Training model: Provider-bred/raised/trained dog; residential training at Palmetto, Florida campus
Travel/on-site requirement: Guide clients train about 20 days; veteran service-dog clients about 12 days at Palmetto, FL campus
Support After Placement
Lifetime/alumni follow-up support; some routine dog health support provided