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Career Change Application (New Applicant)

Career Change dogs have had a lot of training but are dismissed from our service dog program for a variety of reasons.

These range from a behavior that is not suitable for a service dog, to a health issue. When we transition these dogs, we give full disclosure as to why the dog was career changed.

We place these dogs with applicants, not on a first-come-first-served basis, but rather on the best fit for the dog and the applicant.

All dogs are current on vaccines, arrangements will be made if they are not yet old enough to be spayed or neutered, and the applicant is given a two-week trial period where they can take the dog home to determine if the dog is a good fit for them. 

The cost for a Career Change Dog is $2500 (subject to change each year by Dec. 31). Today's transaction wll reflect the $50 application fee only. The application fee will be accepted at the end of this form.

Contact Information


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Adopters must be over the age of 18
Tell us about yourself


Please include activities you would do with your dog.


In addition to you, what other adults live in your home?




Are there children living in your household?



Your Home and Yard


If you rent, please upload a copy of your rental agreement that demonstrates you may have a dog or a letter from your landlord approving larger animals.

Please provide the height of your fence

Please provide the dimension of your yard (ex. 10' x 20')



Please add details about the characteristics of your yard.

Other animals?

Please describe the other animals in your home:
Dogs






Cats







Other Animals

Please use this for additional dogs/cats or other animals










Your Future Career Change Dog

We train Golden Retrievers, Labrador retrievers, and cross of the two. We utilize both male and female dogs. Please answer the following questions so that we can better match a dog with you. Detailed responses are appreciated. Mark all that apply
Mark any conditions that you would be willing to accept in your dog.

Your Commitment

Are you willing and able to provide for the above requirements?
Are you willing and able to to meet the above requirements?
Are you prepared to meet the above requirements?
Are you prepared to meet the above requirements?

Personal Reference

Please add a personal reference or veterinarian who can speak to your ability to care for a career change dog.