Respite Volunteers

What is a Respite Volunteer?

Respite volunteers provide care for our puppies and/or dogs in advanced training when their usual caretaker is unavailable.

Before providing respite for a dog, volunteers must attend a SDV Volunteers Class that will show them how SDV training methods to ensure consistency.

See “Respite Volunteer Questions” at the bottom of this page for FAQs.

Steps to Becoming a Respite Volunteer

  1. Submit an online application

  2. Attend a SDV Volunteer Class

  3. Schedule a home visit with SDV staff

  4. Receive the SDV Service Dog in Training

Respite Volunteer Questions

  • Respite volunteers provide care for our puppies and/or dogs in advanced training when their usual caretaker is unavailable.

  • Yes

  • Yes, you will receive a respite form that details information about the dog and feeding, sleep, and toileting schedule.

  • This is up to the trainer’s discretion. You can correspond with the trainer prior to committing to respite care.