Service Dog Program 

 Owner trained service dog program is open to anyone with a mental health disability.

$5000

Stress Mitigation

Stress mitigation canines are trained to respond to stress cues from their handler in a home environment. 

These dogs are NOT service dogs and do not have the same access rights.

$2500

• Service dog program typically takes 12-18 months to complete and  Stress Mitigation 9-12 months, depending on the team.
• Classes are 1 to 1.5-hour classes weekly
• 1-1 option if students would like additional support in their training journey at any time in the program, 4P2F offers 45 min. training sessions for $50.00 per session.
• The training begins with approximately 4-5 weeks of handler skills. This phase encompasses Service Dog laws, training mechanics, nutrition, grooming, and travel by air.
• After Handler Skills, teams progress through 3 levels of, each with its own curriculum. At the end of each level, teams are evaluated on level benchmarks and earn the corresponding AKC title.
• Weekly homework is required. Our trainers utilize homework to provide training feedback to ensure continuous improvement. 
• Following completion of the first training level, teams start public access training with the support of trainers. This crucial step assists them in navigating real-world environments with their service dogs. 
• Upon completing all 3 levels, Service Dog teams receive a Certificate of Completion at our graduation ceremony.

                  **** Program for Veterans and First Responders is %100 funded by grants and donations. *****

                                                                                                                  Refund Policy

Full refund requests will be accepted up to two weeks before the start of the Service Dog Program.  Refund requests will be considered up to 6 weeks after the start of the program at the discretion of 4 Paws 2 Freedom.  All cancellation requests must be in writing.