Career Changed Dogs
There are a number of reasons why a dog may be released from our service dog training program. Some of these reasons may include, but are not limited to: reactivity, prey drive, fear, aggression, medical concerns, etc. Some of the released dogs will become available for adoption as a family pet. When we have a dog available and in need of a loving forever home you will see them listed on this page.
It is important to know that we can go several months without having a dog available and our placement policy is not first come, first served. Our main priority is matching the dog with the best home possible for its needs. The age and training of available dogs will vary and the adoption fee averages $1500. When you see a dog listed here that you are interested in being considered for, send an email to the Dog Adoption Coordinator to request an application or ask questions.
We do not maintain a waiting list. We recommend that you bookmark this page, check it often and notify us when you see a dog listed that you might be interested in.
AVAILABLE DOGS
VIOLET
Meet Violet, an adorable 12-month-old yellow Labrador/Golden Retriever looking for her loving forever home. Violet was raised in our service dog training program and has learned some of her basic skills, such as sit, down, come, stay, off, and here (hand target). She is crate-trained and travels well.
Violet is unsuitable to remain in the program due to a high energy level and easy activation of that energy when excited or stressed. She can get a little mouthy when amped up. A home that has experience with youthful Lab/Golden energy is needed. We recommend an experienced adult-only home or a home with children aged 15 and up.
Violet is very sweet, cuddly, affectionate, curious, friendly, and energetic (very much so at times). When something activates her, you can see her energy kick in quickly.
Violet can walk pretty nicely on leash with limited distractions. She has shown interest in chasing cats that she’s encountered.
Violet enjoys interacting with other dogs. Her interactions with them can be a bit over the top in the beginning. Appropriate greetings and time to get to know each other will be needed.
She may get a little vocal if frustrated, feels that she’s missing out on the action, or sees another dog she’d like to interact with. She’s been known to bark at herself in the mirror.
Violet needs an active family that will include her on lots of walks, hikes, beach play, and interact with her. A home that will provide plenty of appropriate outlets for her energy as well as mental stimulation. She’d love to have a securely fenced yard to explore, run, and play in. She needs a patient family that will continue to work with her on her areas of need in a positive manner. In return she will be your snuggle buddy while relaxing.
Violet’s adoption fee is $1,500. If you think she sounds like a good match for you, send an email to Dog Adoption Coordinator (no phone calls, please) to request an application or ask questions.
Spayed, current on vaccines.