Train A Dog – Save A Warrior (TADSAW)
About the Program
Program emphasizes participant training rather than receiving a finished dog.
Service Dogs Offered
Medical-alert/psychiatric service dogs
Who Qualifies
Veterans; additional family, first-responder and community programs exist
Geographic eligibility: United States via local TADSAW trainers / exact trainer availability varies
Does the Program Provide the Dog?
Provider supplies dog: Not publicly listed
Can help select rescue dog if applicant does not have suitable dog
Owner-training supported: Yes
Yes — core participant-trained model
Cost & Financial Requirements
No charge to participant/family
Directory cost category: Free / minimal
Wait Time & Application Status
Wait time: Depends on trainer/dog availability; no fixed national wait published
Applications: Contact / Verify
Contact program for application
Training & Travel Requirements
Training model: Handler trains own/rescue dog with TADSAW trainer; roughly 15–25 weeks through obedience, public work and task training
Travel/on-site requirement: Not yet researched
Support After Placement
Not yet researched