named programs · 1 · from sources
what they call their work
Service Dog Training Program
Offers lifetime, no-cost training and certification for disabled veterans to train their own dogs as service animals, tailored to individual needs.
activities · 7
what they do
direct service · 7
- Operation of a service dog training centerOperates a training center in Gilbert, Arizona, designed to simulate a home environment with full kitchen, stairs, ramps, and household fixtures to support realistic service dog training for disabled veterans from across the country. The center includes safety protocols and provides equipment and facilities essential to the training curriculum.
- Remote Training Support Animal Behavior Training and SupportDeveloped and delivers virtual classes, videos, and online meetings to maintain engagement and continuity of service dog training for veterans during periods when in-person instruction is limited.
- Remote training support during public health emergencies Service Dog Provision for People with DisabilitiesDeveloped and delivered virtual classes, instructional videos, and online meetings to maintain continuity of service dog training for veterans during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring ongoing support despite facility access restrictions.
- Service Dog Training for Disabled Veterans Veteran Service Dog Training and PlacementProvides lifetime, no-cost service dog training and certification to disabled veterans, enabling them to train their own dogs through individualized programs at a dedicated facility in Gilbert, AZ. The program serves 100 veterans annually and has trained dogs to perform tasks such as opening doors, operating light switches, retrieving items, assisting with laundry, and supporting mobility using stairs and ramps.
- Service dog training for disabled veteransProvides lifetime, no-cost service dog training and certification to disabled veterans, enabling them to train their own dogs through individualized programs at a dedicated facility in Gilbert, AZ. The program serves 100 veterans annually and has trained dogs to perform tasks such as opening doors, operating light switches, retrieving items, navigating stairs and ramps, and using kitchen appliances.
- Service dog training for disabled veteransProvides lifetime, no-cost service dog training and certification to disabled veterans, enabling them to train their own dogs through individualized programs at a dedicated facility in Gilbert, AZ. The program serves 100 veterans annually and has trained dogs for veterans from across the country since its founding in 2005.
- Training Center Operations and Safety Facility Dog Placement in Professional SettingsOperates a service dog training center in Gilbert, Arizona, equipped with home-simulation environments including full kitchen setups and mobility training features, and implements safety protocols for visitors, including during public health emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic.
strategies · 17
how they think
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- Behavior-disrupting service dog training unique to this orgService dogs are trained to recognize and disrupt negative behaviors in veterans, providing critical support for mental health and daily functioning.
- Cost and access reduction for service dogs cost_reduction unique to this orgBy offering free training, the organization addresses the financial barriers and long wait times associated with acquiring fully trained service dogs, increasing access for disabled veterans.
- Cost-free training to increase access cost_reduction unique to this orgTo address financial and time barriers, the organization offers free service dog training, reducing the high costs and long wait times typically associated with obtaining a fully trained service dog.
- Individualized, veteran-led service dog training veteran-led service dog training unique to this orgThe organization uses a personalized, veteran-led approach to service dog training, tailoring programs to each participant's specific disability-related needs and emphasizing the bond between veteran and dog through owner-led training and individualized attention to behavioral and physiological cues.
- Individualized, veteran-led service dog training veteran-led service dog training unique to this orgThe organization uses a personalized, veteran-led model where disabled veterans are actively involved in training their own service dogs, with programs tailored to each individual's specific disability-related needs and behavioral cues such as body language and stress levels.
- Individualized, veteran-led service dog training veteran-led service dog training unique to this orgThe organization uses a personalized, veteran-led model where disabled veterans are actively involved in training their own service dogs, ensuring the dog is attuned to the veteran's specific disability-related needs and behavioral cues such as changes in body language, stress, and voice.
- Positive reinforcement and simulated environment training positive_reinforcement unique to this orgService dogs are trained using positive reinforcement methods in a simulated home environment that mirrors real-world living conditions, enabling dogs to learn practical tasks such as opening doors, turning on lights, and responding to sounds.
- Positive reinforcement training methodology positive_reinforcement unique to this orgService dogs are trained using positive reinforcement techniques, emphasizing humane and effective learning methods that build reliable, responsive behaviors.
- Reducing barriers through cost-free training access cost_reduction unique to this orgTo address the high cost and long wait times associated with acquiring fully trained service dogs, the organization offers free training services, increasing accessibility for disabled veterans.
- Safe and supportive training environment safe haven approach unique to this orgThe organization provides a calm, family-like, and safe haven for disabled veterans and their families during training, fostering emotional well-being and stability throughout the program.
- Safe, supportive training environment safe haven approach unique to this orgThe organization provides a calm, safe, and family-like atmosphere for disabled veterans and their families during training, promoting emotional well-being and stability as part of the therapeutic process.
- Safe, supportive training environment for veterans and families safe haven approach unique to this orgThe organization provides a calm, family-like, and safe haven during training to support the well-being of disabled veterans, their families, and their pets, fostering emotional stability and engagement in the training process.
- Simulated home environment for real-world task training simulated_environment_training unique to this orgService dogs are trained in a facility designed to replicate a real home environment, enabling them to practice practical tasks such as opening doors, turning on lights, and responding to sounds in realistic settings.
- Simulated home environment training simulated_environment_training unique to this orgDogs are trained in a facility designed to replicate a real home environment, enabling them to practice practical, real-world tasks such as opening doors, turning on lights, and responding to sounds.
- Trainer-led program delivery trainer-led model unique to this orgThe service dog training program is implemented through a structured, trainer-led model that ensures consistency and effectiveness in skill development for both veterans and dogs.
- Trainer-led program delivery trainer-led model unique to this orgThe service dog training program is implemented through a structured, trainer-led approach that ensures consistency and effectiveness in skill development for both veterans and dogs.
- Trainer-led program delivery with positive reinforcement trainer-led model unique to this orgThe service dog training program is implemented through a structured, trainer-led approach that emphasizes positive reinforcement techniques to build reliable, task-responsive behaviors in dogs.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
the money
revenue
Total revenue$528K
Contributions & grants$527K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$7170%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$488K
Program expenses69%
Admin / overhead31%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$319K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.22M
Cash$755K
Investments$0
Liabilities$783K
Net assets$1.43M
Liquid reserves18.6 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue -35.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021
who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEBORAH CLASEMAN | MANAGER | — | $72K |
| GERAD CLASEMAN | PRESIDENT | 35 | $60K |
board members · 3
- DR JOHN CRAWFORD — DIRECTOR
- PAT WENNING — DIRECTOR
- W DOYLE GOSS — DIRECTOR
relationships · 5
who they work with
- Debbie Claseman Partner — Co-founded Dogs4Vets in 2005.
- Dogs4Vets Partner — Individuals have made donations to Dogs4Vets in memory of their pets
- Gerad Claseman Partner — Co-founded Dogs4Vets in 2005.
- U.S. Department of Labor Government — Source of definition for "disabled veteran" used by the organization.
- U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs Government — Source of disability rating information and data on veterans in Arizona.