SERVICE DOG FAQS
Service Dogs for Veterans and first responders participants. Facility dogs are available for professional settings as requested.
Increased independence, companionship and self worth.
No, Tails of Valor® service dogs and all follow-up services are provided free of charge to the Veteran/participant. Veterans/participants are responsible for their transportation and expenses when pairing with one of our dogs. A graduated team pair will be responsible for the care of the dog including grooming and routine veterinary expenses. Dog food will be supplied for life when completing the annual health and wellness requirements.
Goldendoodles, Labradoodles, Poodles, and cross mixes including those breeds
Our dogs are trained for each individual's needs.
Skills may include retrieval, pulling, alerting, etc.
OUR dogs are NOT trained to do the following:
Guide work for the blind, seizure or diabetic alert/response or balance work
To recognize and/or manage undesirable human behavior
Respond aggressively or provide personal protection
