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UDS Service Dogs Program

Pennsylvania · Lancaster, PA region; program requires recurring in-person participation and serves a multi-state driving radius
ADI AccreditedClosed / Paused
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ServesLancaster, PA region; program requires recurring in-person participation and serves a multi-state driving radius
Dog providedYes
Owner trainingNo
CostCurrent public reporting places client charge around $5,000; $25 application fee appears on application materials; verify current exact payment schedule
Wait timeUp to ~3 years; up to ~4 years for balance/stability needs; some request categories currently paused
ApplicationsClosed / Paused
AccreditationADI Accredited
Who qualifiesAdults; children (full service-dog applicants can apply from age 7 for placement at 10+); people with disabilities
Travel requiredIn-person training/classes in Lancaster, PA
Training modelProvider-trained dog; client classes and matching; dogs train ~2 years

About the Program

Current site explicitly states ADI accreditation and wait-list limitations. Exact current client price should be reconfirmed with UDS before public display.

Service Dogs Offered

AutismMobility AssistanceFacility Dogs

Mobility; autism; facility/companion-related programs

Who Qualifies

Adults; children (full service-dog applicants can apply from age 7 for placement at 10+); people with disabilities

Geographic eligibility: Lancaster, PA region; program requires recurring in-person participation and serves a multi-state driving radius

Does the Program Provide the Dog?

Provider supplies dog: Yes

Yes — program raises/trains dogs

Owner-training supported: No

No current owner-training pathway identified

Cost & Financial Requirements

Current public reporting places client charge around $5,000; $25 application fee appears on application materials; verify current exact payment schedule

Directory cost category: $5,000–$14,999

Wait Time & Application Status

Wait time: Up to ~3 years; up to ~4 years for balance/stability needs; some request categories currently paused

Applications: Closed / Paused

Application process available online; hypoallergenic-request applications currently paused; some mobility categories paused

Application

Training & Travel Requirements

Training model: Provider-trained dog; client classes and matching; dogs train ~2 years

Travel/on-site requirement: In-person training/classes in Lancaster, PA

Support After Placement

Program provides matching, handler training and follow-up

Related Resources

Autism Mobility Assistance Facility Dogs

Pennsylvania service dog providers