How to Apply

Applicants must meet eligibility requirements, submit an application, and undergo a screening process before being approved as a candidate for a service dog.  This process is designed to ensure that we can provide a dog that fits the needs of the candidates, and that a safe, healthy, loving home will be provided for the dog.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicant/Handler must have a fenced in yard with minimum dimensions of 36′ x 12′ x 4′.
• Applicant/Handler must show ability and willingness to interact with the dog, and provide for the dog’s emotional, physical, and financial needs.
• Applicant/Handler may not have a pet dog in the home, unless an exception is made due to age or sickness of the pet dog. This guideline does not apply to other service dogs.
• For Service Dogs: Applicant desires independent living and/or an improvement in the quality of his/her life through the use of a Saint Francis Service Dog.
• For Facility Dogs: Employer and handler must show ability and willingness to partner with a Saint Francis Facility Dog to stimulate healing and recovery in Employer’s patients, clients, or students.
• Applicant/Facility must live or be located within our service area.
• Candidates and partners have the right to be considered to receive a dog regardless of race, sex, religion, creed, color, age, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or sexual orientation.