Service Dog Program

Social Dog Program

Puppy Raiser Program

Volunteer Opportunities

Training

Assistance Dog Etiquette

Life of an Assistance Dog

Ways to Donate

Contact KSDS

A Puppy Raiser is responsible for teaching the puppy basic obedience, house and public manners, and socialization.  The puppy raiser is also responsible for the veterinary care of the pup; however, many veterinarians will provide a discount or donate services because the pup is in training to become an assistance dog.

Puppy Raisers are given the opportunity to meet the individual with whom the dog is partnered. They also receive the privilege of presenting the new team to the general public at graduation.

For more information, please contact Debbie, 785-325-2256, ext. 227 or email dtegethoff@ksds.org.  To apply to be a Puppy Raiser, please click here.

Testimonials

• Rita Willson, IA
• Judy Norton, DVM, KS

Support Groups

Although the Puppy Raisers are spread throughout the United States, they strive to be there for each other. One way they do so is by creating support groups. There are active groups in a variety of areas in Kansas including: Wichita, Lawrence, the Kansas City area, and Manhattan. There are also support groups in Iowa and Colorado.

Lawrence/Kansas City Area Group

Wichita Area Group (PUPS - Preparing Useful Pups for Service)