How old are puppies when they are placed in foster homes?
Puppies are placed in foster homes between 7 – 12 weeks of age. We believe strongly in early education and the puppy will begin its service dog training classes by 12 weeks of age. How long do I have the puppy? Depending on the dog’s temperament and abilities they usually go to advanced training at around 12 to 18 months of age. And then along comes your new puppy so you can be a part of this wonderful process again. Where do potential service dog puppies come from and what breeds are used? We use primarily Labrador Retrievers in our program due to their size, natural retrieving instinct and their strong desire to work for and please people. We also use Great Danes for clients needing balance/support, and look for candidates from our local SPCA and rescue groups. Is the entire family involved? Yes. Considering the investment of emotion, time, and energy in raising a service dog puppy, the entire family needs to be in favor of taking on this commitment. Family members may participate in
