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Semper K9 Assistance Dogs
Email: applications@semperk9.org
Call: (571) 494-5144
Quantico, VA 22134
Servicing Nationwide.
Maintenance Training (for veterans who already have a dog) is available in the Northern Virginia / DMV area.
What makes this organization unique?
Combat veteran founded and operated, Semper K9’s mission is to enhance the quality of life for wounded members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families by providing them custom-trained mental health mobility service dogs. Using rescued and donated dogs Semper K9 provides service dogs for psychiatric alert and mobility challenges free of charge to disabled American veterans across the country.
Who can sign up to get a service dog?
-If you are a veteran or eligible dependent of a veteran who is interested in applying for a service dog, please review the following information to determine if you meet our eligibility requirements.
-You have served in any of the branches of the U.S. Armed Forces
-You have a documented disability
-You can participate in our training program and will be committed to our training program and schedule.
-You are dedicated to maintaining the dog’s training throughout the life of the team and can provide for the well-being of the dog, approximately $100 per month/$1200 per year.
-You are able to meet the physical and emotional needs of a dog and have an appropriate support system in place to do so if/when you are unable to yourself.
How much does it cost for the vet to get a dog?
Free — service dogs are provided at no charge to eligible veterans
What kind of service dogs are offered?
Psychiatric alert (mental health) and mobility service dogs
How long does it take to get the new service dog?
1.5 to 2+ years, factoring in application review, acceptance, background check, dog training, and team training. For the most accurate personal timeline, Semper K9 addresses that directly in the video consultation after acceptance. You can reach them at applications@semperk9.org or (571) 494-5144.
Where does the organization get the animals to train?
Trained from rescued and donated dogs
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