A “Puppy Trainer” will give the January presentation about the service dogs from Paws With A Cause. The best part – she’s bringing her foster puppy!! Members will get information like…did you know DHS can pay up to $20 monthly for service dog, “maintenance” expenses (Like dog food) for qualifying DHS recipients? The Puppy Trainer will also explain her role as the first trainer, and how she hands the puppy over to the Service Animal Trainers. She will show a DVD about Paws, and answer questions, such as, the following….
What types of dogs does PAWS use?
How does PAWS get the dogs they train to be Assistance Dogs?
Can PAWS train a client’s own dog to be their Assistance Dog?
Can a PAWS Dog alert me to oncoming seizures or provide support while I’m walking?
What tasks are PAWS Dogs trained to do?
What tasks are PAWS Dogs NOT trained to do?
Who is eligible to apply for a PAWS Dog?
What are the age requirements to apply?
How much does it cost?
How long is the application process?
How old are the dogs when the clients receive them?
What are the responsibilities of the client who receives a PAWS Assistance Dog?
Can Assistance Dogs live in apartments and go in public places?
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Metro Detroit Resource Guide from Hansen Clarke
Please see the attached Metro Detroit Resource Guide from Congressman Hansen Clarke.