National Institute of Canine Service and Training
Service Puppy Raisers/Sitters Needed!
National Institute of Canine Service and Training, Concord, California, us, 94527
Help raise a hero! The National Institute of Canine Service and Training is seeking dedicated volunteers to help raise or puppy sit service dogs-in-training. These dogs will go on to provide life-saving medical alert support to individuals with diabetes and other disabilities.
Whether you're available for a weekend or a year,
we have a role for you . Choose the commitment level that fits your lifestyle: Puppy Sitters Provide short-term care (a few days to a few weeks) when full-time raisers are away. Perfect for dog lovers with less consistent availability. Co-Raisers Share the responsibility of raising a puppy 50% of the time (minimum of two weeks per month). Great for those who want regular involvement but can’t commit full-time. Puppy Raisers Take the lead in raising a service dog candidate full-time during its training period. Puppy sitters and co-raisers are here to support you when you're away. Responsibilities: Attend twice-monthly puppy training meetings Complete required volunteer and handling training Take the puppy on 3+ age-appropriate public access outings per week when the puppy is in your care Provide daily attention, love, and structured training Requirements: No prior dog handling knowledge required! Ability to attend meetings and training in the Concord area Commitment to consistent and compassionate dog care A safe and stable home environment Time and flexibility to provide structured care and training Why Volunteer? Be part of a community changing lives through service dogs Learn positive dog training techniques Enjoy the unique joy of shaping a puppy’s future Know that your time and care helps someone gain independence and safety Join us in preparing these pups to become life-saving companions for people with disabilities. Whether you're in it for the short haul or long run,
you’ll make a lasting difference. Click "I Want to Help!" to learn more and get started. Watch our video to learn more: Our Medical Alert Service Dogs Save Lives
we have a role for you . Choose the commitment level that fits your lifestyle: Puppy Sitters Provide short-term care (a few days to a few weeks) when full-time raisers are away. Perfect for dog lovers with less consistent availability. Co-Raisers Share the responsibility of raising a puppy 50% of the time (minimum of two weeks per month). Great for those who want regular involvement but can’t commit full-time. Puppy Raisers Take the lead in raising a service dog candidate full-time during its training period. Puppy sitters and co-raisers are here to support you when you're away. Responsibilities: Attend twice-monthly puppy training meetings Complete required volunteer and handling training Take the puppy on 3+ age-appropriate public access outings per week when the puppy is in your care Provide daily attention, love, and structured training Requirements: No prior dog handling knowledge required! Ability to attend meetings and training in the Concord area Commitment to consistent and compassionate dog care A safe and stable home environment Time and flexibility to provide structured care and training Why Volunteer? Be part of a community changing lives through service dogs Learn positive dog training techniques Enjoy the unique joy of shaping a puppy’s future Know that your time and care helps someone gain independence and safety Join us in preparing these pups to become life-saving companions for people with disabilities. Whether you're in it for the short haul or long run,
you’ll make a lasting difference. Click "I Want to Help!" to learn more and get started. Watch our video to learn more: Our Medical Alert Service Dogs Save Lives