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Service Dogs for America

Service Dogs

920 Short St, Jud, ND 58454

Eligibility
Minimum age requirements:
  • Age 18 and older
All other requirements are outlined in the pre-application and information packet. Note: The only waiting time is the length of time for the application(s) and approval process, which can take approximately two to six months depending on how quickly they receive all required materials.
Hours
8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday
Application process
Call for application package or see information and application form online: There is no fee for the preliminary application, however there is a $50 non-refundable fee for the full application.
Fees
The fee for a service dog is $25,000, which includes:
  • Three weeks (minimum) of team training at the Service Dogs for America (SDA) campus, including public access testing
  • Guest housing on the SDA campus during training
  • All training materials, including vest, team certification and ID card
  • Home visits
  • Fundraising assistance and community awareness presentations (if requested)
  • Annual and bi-annual re-certification, training and team evaluations
  • Follow-up consultations and troubleshooting
  • Ongoing educational opportunities
  • Annual reviews for the life of the dog
Will work with approved clients on funding options.
Site Service Area

Nationwide

Other Information

Specialization

  • Disabilities
Provides trained service dogs or funding for service dogs that help a person with mobility, independence and/or communication. MORE INFORMATION Trains and certifies service dogs for individuals with disabilities. Service dogs assist with:
  • Emergency medical response
  • Mobility assistance
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder
  • Therapeutic companions for facilities
Last Update
01/27/2026
Providing organization
Service Dogs for America