Companion Dog
Provided by: Dogs with Wings
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Service Description
Assists those who would benefit from having a well-trained service dog, but do not require public access. These dogs assist clients to enhance their quality of life and achieve greater independence by:
- assisting with physical needs
- enhancing social interactions
- contributing to the well-being as they support their clients at home and at dog friendly public places.
Eligibility
- Applicants must have a disability (assessed on a case-by-case basis).
- Child applicants must be over the age of 3 years old at application and will not be considered for placement until they are over the age of 5 years old.
- Preferred to place Companion Dogs in home environments in which the Companion Dog is the only canine living in the home. However, exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis.
- Families must be able to meet the emotional, physical, and financial needs of the Companion Dog and offer a stable home environment.
- Families must demonstrate the need for a Companion Dog and that they are not able to train their own pet dog to assist the applicant.
Application Process
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Toll-Free: 1-877-252-9433
Service Website
dogswithwings.ca/apply-for-a-dog/companion-dog/
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www.facebook.com/dogswithwings/
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www.instagram.com/dogs_with_wings/
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Coverage Area
Saskatchewan
Languages Offered
English
Dogs with Wings
Mailing Address
11343 - 174th Street Northwest
Edmonton AB T5S 0B7
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Location Info
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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