SERVICE DOGS ALABAMA

SDA was founded in 2010 as K-9 4 Kids and received their independent 501(c)(3) in March 2015. SDA has developed a state-of-the-art training complex in Hope Hull, AL (Guice Slawson Training Complex); built an additional kennel facility to complete finishing training in Madison County, AL; created a prison-based dog training initiative, as well as implemented a School Dog program. SDA is certified by Assistance Dogs International (ADI), the world-wide authority that sets the gold standards for training and placing service/facility dogs.
Over 80 dogs have been placed with qualified individuals/facilities throughout the State of Alabama.
Additional information:
* Dogs are trained for medical assistance and psychological intervention.
* SDA service dogs begin their training as puppies. The process is led by experienced socializers, prison inmates, and professional trainers.
* The Prison Inmate Training Team consists of 70 inmates.
* By the time of placement, each dog has had at least 2-3 years of guided professional training time.
* Currently there are 35 applicants on our waiting list throughout the State of Alabama and 64 dogs in training.
A listing of SDA's programs and services are as follows:
* PTSD Assistance Dogs
* Wheelchair/Mobility Assistance Dogs
* Seizure Alert Dogs
* Autism Intervention Dogs
* Facility Intervention Dogs for schools and courtrooms.