Apply for a Service or Facility Dog

Thank you for your interest in Canines for Change. We place service dogs with individuals and facility dogs with schools, public service departments, and therapy programs across Michigan and surrounding regions.

  • A woman with prosthetic legs sitting with her service dog

    Service Dog

    For individuals, including veterans, needing task-trained support with mobility, medical alerts, or daily living skills—helping build greater independence at home, school, or in the community.

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  • A young woman kneeling and petting a service dog

    Facility Dog

    For organizations looking to add a facility dog for behavior support, emotional regulation, staff well-being, or community engagement—through programs like Dogs in Schools.

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  • A close up of a puppy surrounded by children who are petting the puppy.

    Dogs in Schools

    A specialized track of our facility dog program that places dogs directly in K–12 schools to support student connection, calm, and regulation. We work closely with staff teams to ensure strong integration and training.

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  • A veteran kneeling with his companion dog.

    Hope and Heroes Progam

    The Hope and Heroes Companion Dog Program connects people with rescue dogs. Each dog rescued, trained, and matched with veterans, individuals, or families who need companionship.

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