Cell Dogs

At Cell Dogs, we train service dogs to support individuals with emotional, psychological and physical challenges or disabilities.

Getting the gift of a service dog is life changing! Our generous donors enable us to provide a service dog, at a significantly reduced cost, to a qualifying recipient.

We would love to hear from you if you, or someone you know, has selflessly served our country and community and would like more information about our specially trained service dogs.

Service Dog Inquiry

Turning rescues into life-changers

During our regular training courses, some dogs prove to be quick studies in basic obedience. Expressing an eagerness to learn and do more, these canines are then given advanced training to become service dogs. This advanced training program typically requires an additional nine to twelve months following the 12 weeks of basic training.

The Americans with Disabilities Act states that “Service animals are defined as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for an individual with disabilities. The task(s) performed by the dog must be directly related to the person’s disability.” All of our service dogs learn many general commands and once a person in need is identified for them, our trainers make sure to address individual needs before partnership training can begin.

Once a working pair is established, they have to pass the Public Access Test to be “official”.

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Thank you to our partners!

Our Service Dog program has received a grant investment from the national nonprofit, Petco Love, in support of our lifesaving work for pets who assist people in need, primarily our nation’s veterans.

Our Service Dog program is also generously supported by Mary Estelle Cosgrove Nash & The William A. Schampeau Charitable Trust, and the Jeanette Bertea Hennings Foundation.

Meet our Service Dogs in Training

Marty

More info coming soon.

Tahoe

Tahoe, came to us from difficult situation but did great during his training. Young dogs are often bored and mischievous when left alone for long periods of time, so they become a challenge for busy owners. Once he had a purpose, Tahoe thrived, and he is now a fully trained service dog.

He is currently going through Partnership Training with an Army veteran. During this period both canine and human learn how to work together professionally. This is followed by placement, and eventually by passing the Public Access Test. Good luck!

Meet our working pairs

Kasey’s Story – A service dog’s journey

A love letter from Kasey, the service dog. “Despite a “ruff” start, I have the life I always dreamed of.”

Buddy’s story – A service dog’s journey

We have wonderful news to share!

Buddy found his perfect working partner and is on his way to be come a fully trained service dog.

Read about his rough start and his life-changing new purpose.

Duff’s Story – A service dog’s journey

We wanted to share the exciting news that Duff has been placed with a wounded Army Ranger veteran!

Mary Estelle Cosgrove Nash & The William A. Schampeau Charitable Trust, thank you for making this a reality!

Ruby’s Story – A service dog’s journey

During our training courses, some dogs prove to be quick studies in basic obedience. Expressing an eagerness to learn and do more, these canines are then given advanced training to become service dogs.

Our scope at Cell Dogs includes: Autism Service Dogs, PTSD Service Dogs, and Wheelchair Service Dogs. This training program typically requires an additional six to nine months after completing the Basic Obedience Training.

Here is Ruby’s story, from shelter dog to certified service animal.

In March 2021, Cell Dogs started a new program to address the DOT and airline industry’s requirements for the travel of Emotional Support Animals (ESAs). We have developed a customized evaluation and training program for individuals who truly need their dog to accompany them in public.

Emotional Support Animals