National Institute of Canine Service and Training
Foster a Future Service Dog
National Institute of Canine Service and Training, Concord, California, us, 94527
Do you love dogs and want to make a real difference in someone’s life? Become a
Canine Training Partner (CTP)
and help raise a service dog during their advanced training-what we call "college"! These incredible dogs will go on to support people with insulin-dependent diabetes and other disabilities. As a CTP, you’ll provide a loving and stable home environment for a future service dog while they attend weekday training sessions at our center. You’ll be an essential part of their final stages of preparation before they’re matched with a client. Responsibilities: Attend orientation training Participate in
monthly CTP meetings Provide a safe and nurturing home Transport the dog to our training center
4 days per week
(typically Monday-Thursday) Occasionally assist with
weekend transport or care
during client classes or meetings Requirements: Reliable transportation to/from Concord, CA Availability for consistent weekday drop-offs and pickups Commitment to providing structure, affection, and basic reinforcement training at home Willingness to coordinate with staff and follow program guidelines What You’ll Gain: Hands-on experience with advanced dog training Connection to a supportive and mission-driven community The joy of fostering a dog that will change someone’s life Plenty of puppy love and tail wags You’ll be part of something bigger than yourself-helping create life-saving service dog teams. We’ll guide you every step of the way. Ready to foster a future hero? Click "I Want to Help!" to get started today. Watch our video to learn more: Our Medical Alert Service Dogs Save Lives
Canine Training Partner (CTP)
and help raise a service dog during their advanced training-what we call "college"! These incredible dogs will go on to support people with insulin-dependent diabetes and other disabilities. As a CTP, you’ll provide a loving and stable home environment for a future service dog while they attend weekday training sessions at our center. You’ll be an essential part of their final stages of preparation before they’re matched with a client. Responsibilities: Attend orientation training Participate in
monthly CTP meetings Provide a safe and nurturing home Transport the dog to our training center
4 days per week
(typically Monday-Thursday) Occasionally assist with
weekend transport or care
during client classes or meetings Requirements: Reliable transportation to/from Concord, CA Availability for consistent weekday drop-offs and pickups Commitment to providing structure, affection, and basic reinforcement training at home Willingness to coordinate with staff and follow program guidelines What You’ll Gain: Hands-on experience with advanced dog training Connection to a supportive and mission-driven community The joy of fostering a dog that will change someone’s life Plenty of puppy love and tail wags You’ll be part of something bigger than yourself-helping create life-saving service dog teams. We’ll guide you every step of the way. Ready to foster a future hero? Click "I Want to Help!" to get started today. Watch our video to learn more: Our Medical Alert Service Dogs Save Lives