We plan to introduce partners to increase access for families hoping to acquire a service dog for their child. Unfortunately, the cost is often prohibitively expensive to obtain a service dog, especially for families already struggling under the burden of high medical costs. Additionally, the time to acquire service dogs is often over 2 years. We aim to help increase access both financially and with shorter waits.

Scientific research has proven that therapy dogs can provide positive physical and emotional benefits by decreasing stress levels and fosters a sense of well-being, including an increase in confidence and independence. When therapy animals are introduced into a hospital setting, the benefits are vast. We are working to increase pediatric hospital access to therapy dog services.