Changing Lives One Dog At A Time
Free Assistance Dog and Guide Dog Training Guide By Smart Service Dog At Smart Service Dog, we believe that access to knowledge should never be a barrier to building a life-changing partnership between a handler and their dog. We created…
Original Article posted here: A new study has found that assistance dogs, when used in conjunction with traditional therapies, provide the most effective treatment outcomes for returned Australian veterans experiencing mental health struggles. Of the 5000 Australian Defence Force…
Every service dog begins with a journey. At Smart Service Dog, that journey starts long before a dog is placed with a handler. It begins with careful breeding and selection, early socialisation, months of training, dedicated volunteers, professional support, and…
Transform Your Emotional Support Dog into a Life-Changing Psychiatric Service Dog If your Emotional Support Dog already brings comfort, grounding, and stability to your life, imagine the impact they could have as a fully trained Psychiatric Service Dog (PSD)—working confidently…
What Is a Puppy Raiser? A Puppy Raiser provides a safe, structured, and loving home while a service dog puppy learns essential life skills. During this period, the puppy is introduced to everyday environments, basic obedience, and positive social experiences…
Every year, companies and organisations across South Africa choose a charity to support. It’s a chance to drive real impact, unite teams, and stand behind a cause that truly matters.This year, we invite you to choose Smart Service Dogs South…
White Cane Day – Celebrating Independence & Awareness October 15 Every year on October 15, we celebrate White Cane Safety Day — a day dedicated to recognising the independence, confidence, and safety of people who are blind or visually impaired.…
Autism assistance dogs are being recognised more and more – not just as loyal companions, but as life-changing partners who bring comfort, calm, and confidence to both children and adults on the autism spectrum. At Smart Service Dogs, we often…
What is Name a Puppy?Our Name a Puppy programme gives you the unique opportunity to be part of a service dog’s journey right from the very beginning. By giving a puppy the special gift of a name, you’ll follow their…
National Service Dog Month September is National Service Dog Month – a time to honour and celebrate the incredible dogs who dedicate their lives to serving people with disabilities. While this awareness campaign began in the United States in 2008,…