Applications
After you have reviewed the programs offered by Service Dogs of Virginia, and the criteria we use to make placement decisions, you may elect to apply for a dog. You may do so by filling out our online application or printing an application and mailing it. There is a $25 application fee.
Before submitting an application, please read our Criteria for Applicants
**Please Note: Service Dogs of Virginia only places service dogs with clients who reside in the Commonwealth of Virginia.**
Apply for a Service Dog
- Complete the SDV Service Dog Application Online.
- Download a MS Word version of the Service Dog Application.
- Download an Applicant Medical History Form.
Apply for an Autism Dog
- We are not accepting applications for Autism Service Dogs at this time, as our current waiting list exceeds two years. (modified 9/5/12)
- Complete the SDV Autism Dog Application Online.
- Download an MS Word version of the SDV Autism Dog Application.
- Download an Applicant Medical History Form.
Apply for a Diabetic Alert Dog
- Complete the SDV Diabetic Alert Dog Application Online.
- Download the MS Word version of the Diabetic Alert Dog Application
- Download an Applicant Medical History Form.
Apply to be a Puppy Raiser
- Read the Puppy Raiser FAQ.
- Complete the SDV Puppy Raiser Application Online.
Apply to be a Volunteer
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At this time we have a threshold of qualified volunteers.
We genuninely appreicate your interest in our organization and will re-activate the volunteer application process at a future date, so check back often. (Modified 5/7/12) - Complete the SDV Volunteer Application Online.
- Download the Volunteer Form
Apply for a Released Dog
- Complete the released dog application online.
Client Response Report
- Placement to 1 year: Complete your report online.
- 1 year post placement: Complete your report online.



