Changing Lives One Dog At A Time
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,…
September is National Service Dog Month! Assistance dogs aka Service dogs are dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities. This month is dedicated to raising awareness and educating the community about service dogs that…
How to Choose a Reputable Autism Service Dog Provider At Smart Service Dog South Africa, we know both from international research and our own experience that a properly trained service dog can transform the life of a child with autism.…
Assistance Dog Programme SA’s leading Owner Trained Assistance Dog Programme We proudly support the training of Owner Trained Assistance Dogs in the SA through our Online Assistance Dog Programme. Why Choose Us?We mirror and exceed the highest standards recognized for…
Assistance Dog Programme At Smart Service Dog , we offer one of the most comprehensive and accessible Owner-Trained Assistance Dog Programmes in the Southern Africa. With over 30 years of experience, we provide unrivalled support for individuals training their own assistance dogs, covering a…
Assistance Dog Workshops Our Assistance Dog Workshops provide hands-on training support for members of our Owner-Trained Assistance Dog Programme, helping you work towards your Puppy, Bronze, Silver, and Gold awards in a practical, supportive environment. These relaxed monthly workshops are…
Transform Your Garden into a Haven for Your Dog With Durban garden centres gearing up for their annual spring rush, it’s the perfect time to think about how you can make your garden not only beautiful for yourself, but enriching…