To qualify for a service dog through Dogs that Help, basic criteria is required:

• VETERAN: Be a veteran with an honorable discharge & provide a copy of your DD214

• VETERAN: Possess a VA Disability rating of 50% or higher

• FIRST RESPONDER: You must provide a letter from your Primary Care Provider or Mental Health Therapist verifying your diagnosis and recommendation of a service dog

• You must be actively under the care of a medical professional or mental health therapist for your disability in which you are seeking a service dog for

• Willing to submit to a background check

• Stable living environment of at least 6 months

• Willing to consent to a home visit prior to the placement of a service dog

• Financial ability to provide proper care for the service dog and agree to provide veterinary records to Dogs that Help, if necessary

• No felony conviction, pending criminal charges, current parole/probation, pattern of criminality or animal abuse

• No alcohol or substance abuse

• Commit to attending ALL weekly training sessions and continue at home training