The dogs that are released from our service dog program have a behavior or medical issue that disqualifies them from service work.

Are you willing to adopt a dog that has:

Typical Expenses Associated With Owning a Dog 

(All costs listed below are low estimates and can vary widely) 

Average yearly costs of a healthy 65 Ib. dog 

$60 - Vet Visit 

$35 - Vaccines (DHPP & Rabies) 

$45 - Heartworm Test

$200 - Trifexis Heartworm Preventatives & Flea Control 

$600 - Food

$120 - Treat & Chew Bones 

$100 - Toys, bed, bowl & leash 

$35 - License Fee

$1,195 - Yearly Total 

Other real-life health scenarios & related expenses 

Simple Ear Infection

$60 - Vet Exam 

$40 - Ear Cytology 

$30 - Ear Cleaning Solution 

$20 - Ear Medication 

$150 - Total 

Dog stumbles and has a strong limp: 

$60 - Vet Exam 

$120 - X-Rays 

$50 - Deramaxx - Pain & Anti-Inflammation Meds 

$230 - Total - for a simple sprained limb, OR

$2,000 - Total - for a broken bone and associated surgery 

By submitting this form, I acknowledge that I am aware of the expenses involved in owning a dog and that they can be very high. 

I acknowledge that the information contained on this form is true and correct, to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any misrepresentation of fact may result in the removal of the adopted dog from my home. 

In addition, I understand that a release dog does not have legal access to areas where dogs are not permitted and that misrepresenting a dog as a service dog is a violation of Penal Code, Section 365.7(1994) which could result in a fine, six months in jail, or both.