Help Raise a Future Assistance Dog in Wisconsin!

Raisers host puppies and dogs in their homes while they grow up and get trained. Hosting can be as short as one week, as long as two years, and anything in between! It is your choice how long you agree to host a dog in your home for our program. You choose dogs to bring into your home based on: Dates they are looking for hosts Length of time they need a host How old they are (you choose from dogs who are between 10 weeks and 2.5 years of age) What city they are located in Can Do Canines provides the dog food and monthly preventatives, and covers the vet care costs! Raisers should expect to: Provide daily exercise for the dog Help maintain household manners Come to training 2x per month, either in New Hope, MN or Eau Claire, WI Take the dogs on Public Outings to places like stores and libraries 3x per week Bring the dogs to vet appointments in New Hope, MN Give the dog time to take it easy and be a puppy We have amazing trainers to teach you how to raise and train the dogs. Raisers will learn positive reinforcement training techniques. By helping as a Raiser for a future assistance dog, you are enhancing the quality of life for people with disabilities. These dogs will grow up to bring their people more freedom, independence, and peace of mind. Plus, you get to snuggle with a life-changing dog!