Duo Dogs, Inc.

Description

Service Dog Program: Trains dogs for a variety of mobility-related tasks to be placed with individuals who have mobility-related disabilities including PTSD for veterans and first responders.

Hours

- Mon-Thu - 8:30am to 4:30pm - Fri - 8:30am to 4:00pm Call before visiting the Duo Dogs facility

Required Documents

- Medical records - Application - Letters of reference - Consent and permission forms

Eligibility

Individuals age 7 years and older who have mobility related disabilities

Fees

- $100 application fee - Call For Details

Intake Procedure

Call or Visit Website at www.supportdogs.org To Apply

Languages

English

Offered Outside of Physical Location

Yes

Service Area

- Franklin, Jefferson, Lincoln, St. Louis City/County, St. Charles and Warren Counties in Missouri - Clinton, Madison, Monroe, Randolph and St. Clair Counties in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Touch Therapy Dog program teams visit healthcare facilities and provide comfort to those in care. Duo's Paws for Reading Program places dogs in a classroom or library setting where they act as an incentive for individuals to read more and better. Dogs are viewed as a non-threatening entity to promote reading, writing, and increased interaction and social skills.

Hours

- Mon-Thu - 8:30am to 4:30pm - Fri - 8:30am to 4:00pm - Call before visiting the Duo Dogs facility

Required Documents

Call For Details

Eligibility

- Dogs must be up to date on vaccines - Dogs must be at least 2 years old and have completed an obedience course

Fees

Vary from $20-$75 depending on training

Intake Procedure

Call or Visit Website at visit www.duodogs.org To Apply

Languages

English

Offered Outside of Physical Location

Yes

Service Area

- Franklin, Jefferson, Lincoln, St. Louis City/County, St. Charles and Warren Counties in Missouri - Clinton, Madison, Monroe, Randolph and St. Clair Counties in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Hearing Dog Program: Trains dogs to be alert of sounds in the environment, such as a door knock, smoke alarm, alarm clock, or a name call. Dogs are for individuals who are deaf of head of hearing.

Hours

- Mon-Thu - 8:30am to 4:30pm - Fri 8:30am to 4:00pm

Required Documents

- Medical records - Application - Letters of reference - Consent and permission forms

Eligibility

Individuals age 18 years and older who are deaf or hard of hearing

Fees

- $100 application fee - Call For Details

Intake Procedure

Call or Visit Website at www.supportdogs.org To Apply

Languages

English

Offered Outside of Physical Location

Yes

Service Area

- Franklin, Jefferson, Lincoln, St. Louis City/County, St. Charles and Warren Counties in Missouri - Clinton, Madison, Monroe, Randolph and St. Clair Counties in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Teaches schools, churches, civic organizations, etc. about service dogs and the services of Support Dogs, Inc. Also, discusses dog bite prevention to young children.

Hours

By appointment

Required Documents

Complete a Speaker Request Form

Eligibility

No Restrictions

Fees

- $75 during business hours Mon-Fri - 9:00am to 5:00pm - $150 per weekends

Intake Procedure

Call or Visit Website at www.supportdogs.org To Apply

Languages

English

Offered Outside of Physical Location

Yes

Service Area

- Franklin, Jefferson, Lincoln, St. Louis City/County, St. Charles and Warren Counties in Missouri - Clinton, Madison, Monroe, Randolph and St. Clair Counties in Illinois

Geography Served