Dogs That Change Our Lives
Mission Working Dogs trains purpose-bred dogs to assist people with disabilities, empowering them to live with greater independence and fulfillment.
Our Mission
To improve the lives of our community members who are living with a disability by providing them with properly trained service dogs to help them live more independently despite a physical disability and by providing therapy dogs which will bring mental well-being to the people of Maine such as those in nursing homes, hospitals, and schools.
Our Programs and Ways to Get Involved
Apply for a Dog
The benefits of service and therapy dogs are life changing.
Raise a Puppy
We are looking for full-time and part-time puppy raisers.
Volunteer
Help in areas from fundraising to assisting with puppy socialization and training.
Donate
We are a tax-exempt public nonprofit. Make a lasting impact.
Types of Dogs We Train
Service Dogs
Service Dogs are task-trained to help mitigate an individual’s disability.
Therapy Dogs
Therapy Dogs are categorized as a pet that is trained to provide comfort and love to community groups such as hospitals, nursing homes, and schools.
Facility Therapy Dogs
Facility Therapy Dogs are a specialized therapy, or comfort dog, tailored and assigned at a specific facility such as a police department, school, medical center, or prison. These dogs are trained with extra skills or commands for that specific population in comparison to community therapy dogs.
