What is a Service Dog?
A Service Dog is trained over a two year period to assist people with physical disabilities individuals by accomplishing multiple tasks such as retrieving items, pressing the button to cross the road, opening and closing doors and many other tasks specific to the needs of each individual. These dogs increase the independence and self-esteem of the individual and are trained to provide home support, community support and community access support.
These dogs are trained to support the recipient in their home and community environments. They are trained to travel on public transport and support the recipient in public settings and have full public access rights.
Minimum age for being granted a service dog is 18 years of age.
If you wish to apply for one of these types of dogs, please click on the appropriate link to download either a Word Document or a PDF version of the application form.
You can then print and complete the form and return it to us by fax (02 9548 3766) or post to:
Assistance Dogs Australia
P.O. Box 455
Engadine, NSW 2233
