Liberty for All, Service Dogs
Liberty for All, Service Dogs (L4A) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is near and dear to my heart. It was developed as a mission from God to bridge the gap in access of Service Dogs for everyone in need. L4A operates in partnership with Kindred Spirit Ranch, LLC to build a community of support and train service dogs for ALL that are in need. L4A serves veterans, military family members, first responders, gold-star families, and civilians. The Service Dogs and services within are FREE to ALL eligible clients.
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Who Qualifies for a Service Dog through Liberty for All, Service Dogs?
Our clients have been diagnosed with a trauma-induced mental health disorder or have long-term negative mental or physical symptoms pertaining to a trauma-related incident or life-altering medical/mental health diagnosis that has been verified by their Primary Care Physician or Licensed Mental Health Provider. Provider must support and recommend a Service Dog as part of the client's individual treatment plan). The client or an approved caregiver must be able to properly financially and physically care for and maintain a Service Dog in the home. What are the differences between a Service Dog, Therapy Dog, and Emotional Support Animal? Service Dogs are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities. The work or task a service dog has been trained to provide must be directly related to the individual's disability. A service dog has full access to all public places. Emotional Support Animals are pets that bring comfort to their owners within their own home. These dogs do not require any specific training and are not authorized in public places where pets are not allowed. Therapy Dogs have received public access training and passed the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test as well as Therapy Dog specific testing. Therapy Dogs provide comfort to others; however, they are only authorized in public places by invitation only i.e. By invite to Nursing homes, hospitals, events, etc.. |
Where does Liberty for All, Service Dogs receive their K9s?
Liberty for All, Service Dogs believes many dogs can make excellent Service Animals and therefore we are not breed exclusive. Qualified K9s are donated to the program by community members, businesses, rescue organizations, and shelters. Our Shelter to Helper Program has been a huge success thus far for all involved, and we are thrilled to continue to support our rescue partners in their mission while we fulfill ours. Win-Win-Win. How can I best support Liberty for All, Service Dogs? It costs Liberty for All anywhere from $16,000+ to train a service dog and that is being modest. Our dogs and all training are FREE to our clients meaning we rely on the generosity and passion to give back from people and organizations like you. You can visit the support Link at the top of this page to donate one time or sign up for our Levels of Giving program to give monthly contributions within your individual financial comfort zone. Every penny counts! In-kind donation items such as training treats, equipment, and cleaning supplies are always welcome too, and can be purchased from our Amazon Wish List for Liberty for All Service Dogs (no comma). |
What are the requirements for a Liberty for All, Service Dog candidate?
To qualify as a candidate for Liberty for All, Service Dogs, the K9 must be under 3 years of age, at least 23in tall (at maturity), and be in excellent health (no skin, eye, ear, or structural issues/concerns and UTD on all vaccines/ heartworm negative). The K9 must also be confident, and friendly with people and other animals with zero reactivity. We look for low-medium energy levels and an ability to be reasonably calm after exercise/stimulation. The K9 candidate should acclimate quickly to new environments and people and be highly food motivated. K9s undergo continued professional evaluations throughout the training process to help ensure their environments and people and be highly food motivated. K9s undergo continued professional evaluations throughout the training process to help ensure their success. Can I use my own dog in the program? No, Liberty for All does not allow personally owned K9s in the program. However, if this option is right for you, Kindred Spirit Ranch can help you at a very reasonable fee. |
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