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Warrior Canine Connection enlists recovering Warriors in a therapeutic mission of learning to train service dogs for their fellow Veterans.
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Become a Puppy Sitter

Raising a skilled service dog requires the dedication and efforts of many people, working together to positively impact the life of a Veteran with disabilities. Puppy Sitters play an important role by providing a safe, nurturing environment for Service Dogs in Training (SDiT) temporarily in their homes. Sometimes, WCC SDiTs need a place to stay for a few days or a few weeks. They may be transitioning between raisers, or their Puppy Parents may need time off for a holiday or a family emergency. Puppy Sitters receive similar training as Puppy Parents so they can step in with confidence and help when needed. The training covers the proper care of a SDiT, WCC’s training methods, and basic commands. Puppy sitters will be given all appropriate supplies for the sit from the Puppy Parent.

A Puppy Sitter takes over the care of the dog when a Puppy Parents cannot. Responsibilities include:

  • Provide a safe and consistent training environment
  • Take responsibility for the dog’s health and wellbeing while in their care
  • Plan with the puppy raiser for drop off and pick up the dog
  • Have the ability to accommodate requests during high-travel times, including the summer months, weekends and holidays

Requirements

  • Main sitter must be 18+ years of age
  • Dogs in the household must be older than one year of age, fully vaccinated, and well cared for

Application Process

  • Complete a volunteer application
  • You will be contacted for an interview with WCC staff
  • For those with pet dogs, a dog introduction is required
  • Attend 3 Basic Training classes
  • Once all training classes and a successful dog introduction is completed, start signing up to sit our awesome SDiTs

Questions? Contact puppyparent@warriorcanineconnection.org

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Contact Us

14934 Schaeffer Road
Boyds, MD 20841

(T) 301.260.1111
info@warriorcanineconnection.org

Warrior Canine Connection
is a 501(c)(3)
Nonprofit Organization
# 45-2981579

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