Help Raise a Service Dog! Volunteer Trainers Needed
ORGANIZATION: Fidos For Freedom, Inc.
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Do you love dogs and want to make a life-changing impact? Fidos For Freedom is looking for dedicated volunteer trainers to help raise and train service dogs for individuals with disabilities, including veterans with combat related PTSD.
What You’ll Do:
* Attend weekly training classes to learn and practice service dog training techniques.
* Work hands-on with service dogs in training, teaching them essential skills and behaviors.
* Help socialize service dogs in public settings to prepare them for their future roles.
* Collaborate with experienced trainers and be part of a supportive team.
What We Provide:
* Training and mentorship from experienced service dog trainers.
* All necessary supplies, including food, veterinary care, and equipment.
* A rewarding opportunity to help individuals with disabilities and veterans regain independence.
No prior experience is necessary-just a love for dogs and a commitment to learning!
Join the Fidos For Freedom family and help change lives. Apply today!
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About Fidos For Freedom, Inc.
Location:
1200 Sandy Spring Road, Laurel, MD 20707, US
Mission Statement
Fidos Mission is to enhance the quality of life and independence for persons with mobility impairments, hearing loss, and veterans with combat-related PTSD by providing certified Assistance Dogs and to provide Therapy Dog support and comfort to people in healthcare/educational settings. We also provide Community/Public Service for youth between the ages 12-17 in our Junior Program.
Description
Fidos For Freedom, Inc. is a volunteer-run, non-profit that has been providing specially trained Service and Therapy Dogs since 1987. We are one of only three service dog organizations in Maryland that is accredited by Assistance Dogs International.
Fidos offers the following:
- Specially trained PTSD dogs for veterans, mobility service dogs for those with physical disabilities, and hearing dogs for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. Service dog clients receive ongoing support services and training which continues beyond graduation. These services are available to the team through all the years the dog is working.
- Well-trained therapy dogs that perform quality visits to local health care facilities, schools and universities, and businesses (upon request) to offer unconditional love and emotional and physical benefits.
- Demonstrations at schools, churches, organizations, businesses, and special events to educate, enlighten and enrich the lives of community members regarding people with disabilities and the many benefits of assistance dogs
- A Junior Volunteer Program where high school students earn community service hours. They learn about dogs, dog training, build and share disability awareness, enjoy hands-on experiences with the training and care of dogs, hold a fundraiser, and much more!
CAUSE AREAS
Animals,
People with Disabilities,
Veterans & Military Families
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
1200 Sandy Spring RoadLaurel, MD 20707
DATE POSTED
March 31, 2025
SKILLS
- Animal Care / Handling
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Must be at least 19
- Commitment to attending weekly training sessions. A passion for dogs and a willingness to learn. Patience, consistency, and good communication skills.