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Partners With Paws Inc. — Service Dog Program
Psychiatric service dogs at no cost
Last Update: May 30, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Supports people who need psychiatric service dogs at no cost to recipients. The program covers training and placement of service dogs, with applications currently accepted through the online form.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
- Social Services
Target groups
- People with disabilities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Training and placement of psychiatric service dogs.
- Public access training and certification for service-dog teams.
- Client training to work with and advocate for the dog.
Documents Needed
- Completed application document checklist
- Doctor’s note for a service dog
- Up-to-date notice of assessment
- Proof of household income
- Photo ID and personal financial documents
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals seeking a psychiatric service dog.
- Applicants in need of a dog to support a mental illness or learning disability.
Who is not eligible
- People seeking custom vests or custom patches.
- Applicants unable to meet the program’s ongoing training and compliance requirements.
Eligible expenses
- Service dog training and placement costs.
- Certified service dog vest and certification card.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Custom vests and patches are not allowed.
- Recipients are responsible for vaccination and annual health checks, including bloodwork.
Eligible geographic areas
- Local area in Ontario, Canada.
- Breslau, Ontario.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed only after all required documents are received.
- Applicants are then scheduled for a Zoom call with the applications team.
- A trainer conducts an in-home consultation after the call.
- Applicants must attend group classes and fundraising events during the process.
- Successful applicants continue into training and graduation requirements.
Additional information
- Dogs are owned by Partners With Paws for their lifetime.
- Applicants must complete the document checklist before consideration.
- The organization says applicants should have a Gmail and Facebook account.
- For Ontario applicants, a doctor’s note is the legal document required for a service dog.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Partners With Paws Inc. — Service Dog Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Partners With Paws Inc. — Service Dog Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Partners With Paws Inc. — Service Dog Program?
Supports people who need psychiatric service dogs at no cost to recipients. The program covers training and placement of service dogs, with applications currently accepted through the online form.
Who is eligible for the Partners With Paws Inc. — Service Dog Program program?
To be eligible for the Partners With Paws Inc. — Service Dog Program program, you must:
Complete the online application.
Submit all required documents.
Attend training and classes.
What expenses are eligible under Partners With Paws Inc. — Service Dog Program?
Training and placement of psychiatric service dogs.
Public access training and certification for service-dog teams.
Client training to work with and advocate for the dog.
Who can I contact for more information about the Partners With Paws Inc. — Service Dog Program?
You can contact Partners With Paws Inc. by email at application.partnerswithpaws@gmail.com or by phone at 519 807 6769.
Where is the Partners With Paws Inc. — Service Dog Program available?
The Partners With Paws Inc. — Service Dog Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Partners With Paws Inc. — Service Dog Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Partners With Paws Inc. — Service Dog Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Partners With Paws Inc. — Service Dog Program?
Partners With Paws Inc. — Service Dog Program is funded by Partners With Paws Inc.