SERVICE ANIMALS / GUIDE DOGS
Canine Companions For Independence
800-572-2275
CCI breeds Labrador retrievers and golden retrievers to be assistance dogs. The dogs learn over 40 specialized commands before being matched with an adult or child with a disability. Apply to receive an assistance dog and ongoing services free of charge.
They train four types of assistance dogs:
* Service dogs assist adults with physical disabilites by performing daily tasks.
* Hearing dogs alert deaf and hard of hearing to important sounds.
* Facility dogs work with a professional in a visitation, education, or healthcare setting.
* Skilled companions enhance independance for children and adults with physical, cognitive, and developmental disabilites.
Guiding Eyes For The Blind
800-942-0149
Guiding Eyes For The Blind provides guide dogs, professional training, and follow up support services to blind and visually impaired individuals at no cost to them.
Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation
860-243-5200
Bloomfield, Connecticut
Trains German shepherds as service animals.
Guide Dogs of America
818-362-5834