Apply for a Dog
The first step is to Complete the PRELIMINARY APPLICATION.
If your preliminary application is approved, we will notify you via email and send you a link to complete the full application.
We will review your application and IF YOUR APPLICATION IS ACCEPTED, WE WILL CONTACT YOU to arrange a time to discuss the details of your specific situation.
Qualification eligibility is contingent upon the following criteria:
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VETERANS with a service connected qualifying physical disability that impacts their daily life with/without PTSD.
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FIRST RESPONDERS with service connected qualifying physical disability that impacts their daily life with/without PTSD.
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Determination that a service dog is necessary and can assist the applicant.
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Verification that the service dog can perform the specific tasks required by the applicant.
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Confirmation that the applicant possesses the physical and mental capacity to independently care for and handle the service dog.
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Applicants with felony convictions, a history of domestic violence, or any sexual offenses are not eligible.
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Applicants involved in animal mistreatment, abuse, neglect, or cruelty are not eligible.
*You are unable to complete the Preliminary Online application, please contact Owen Care and a paper copy will be sent
*All applicants will be considered regardless of race, gender, religion, creed, sexual orientation, and ethnic origin.
*Wait times may vary based on the specific needs of the applicant and dog availability.
*Owen Care reserves the right to stop the application, training, and placement process at any point.