Since 2000, Service Dogs of Virginia has created over 125 life-changing partnerships between people and their incredible service and facility dogs. But don't just take our word for it — hear directly from the teams themselves. Click on a program below to hear the stories from the teams who've lived it.
Autism Service Dogs — Children
Trained to reduce eloping, interrupt repetitive behaviors, and provide calming pressure — with a parent or guardian as primary handler.
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Autism Service Dogs — Adults
Offering stability and confidence for autistic adults navigating public spaces, the workplace, and daily independence.
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Physical Assistance Service Dogs
Helping people who use wheelchairs or scooters with essential daily tasks — opening doors, retrieving items, and providing balance.
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PTSD Service Dogs
Trained to interrupt anxiety, provide grounding during moments of distress, and help handlers navigate the world with more confidence.
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Facility Dog Teams
Working alongside professionals in counseling centers, courts, and schools to bring comfort and calm to people facing difficult moments.
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Every team started the same way — with a puppy, a promise, and a lot of training.