Hearts of Gold Service Dogs

West Virginia · Applicants must live within 100 driving miles of Morgantown, WV

Not verifiedClosed / Paused

ServesApplicants must live within 100 driving miles of Morgantown, WV

Dog providedYes

Owner trainingNo

CostService dog free; no fundraising required; handler must support ongoing care (~$2,500/year)

Wait timeAt least ~1 year from application to placement; may be longer

ApplicationsClosed / Paused

AccreditationNot verified

Who qualifiesVeterans age 18+ who are fully separated from military obligations (IRR permitted)

Travel requiredMust travel to Morgantown for placement and follow-up; mileage/lodging may be reimbursed

Training modelProvider-trained dog; online handler course + hands-on training including intensive 3-week summer session

About the Program

Veteran-only; disability does not need to be service-connected. Applications status should be treated as date-sensitive.

PTSD & PsychiatricMobility Assistance

Psychiatric; mobility

Veterans age 18+ who are fully separated from military obligations (IRR permitted)

Geographic eligibility: Applicants must live within 100 driving miles of Morgantown, WV

Provider supplies dog: Yes

Yes

Owner-training supported: No

Service dog free; no fundraising required; handler must support ongoing care (~$2,500/year)

Directory cost category: Free / minimal

Wait time: At least ~1 year from application to placement; may be longer

Applications: Closed / Paused

Eligibility surveys currently not accepted on page; page said check back around Summer 2026, so recheck before publishing status

Training model: Provider-trained dog; online handler course + hands-on training including intensive 3-week summer session

Travel/on-site requirement: Must travel to Morgantown for placement and follow-up; mileage/lodging may be reimbursed

Required follow-up, testing and probationary placement process