The program considers applications regardless of race, sex or religion. The only cost to our clients is that of a background check in Stage 4 which is ~35.00 and paid directly to the background provider. Clients are not required to participate in fundraising or public relations activities without their expressed and voluntary permission.
We are currently accepting applications* for 2022.
WFSD APPLICATION STAGES
Stage 1 Qualification Screening
Stage 2 Application Process
- Online application
- Paperwork – (DD214, Verification of PTSD, Self-Assessment)
- Phone Interview
Stage 3 Monthly Open House
- Expectation Form Signed
- Review Home Visit Expectations
Stage 4 Kennel Engagement & Home Visit
- Background Check
- Home Visit
Stage 5 Admissions Review Team –
- Final Approval or Disapproval to become a Candidate
Stage 6 Candidate/Dog Training –
- 8 weeks in duration
- Twice a week: once in a group and once in individual training sessions
- Work on individualized tasks specific to Candidates needs
Stage 7 Graduation
- Candidates & dogs are recognized as an official service dog team.
Stage 8 Post Graduate Check-ups
- Graduates meet once a month for 6 months then once every other month for 6 months with Head Trainer to refresh service dog team skills.
Stage 9 – Annual Recertification
- Graduates must recertify as a service dog team yearly through the passing of the PAT
Stage 10 – Ownership Transfer
- After the first year of recertification, the graduate is awarded ownership of their service dog
*Due to limited resources, we are unable to train veteran owned dogs for our program.
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