Service Dogs

Proud Partner with the Malinois Foundation

At Buckeye Golden Retrievers, we believe that Service Dogs save lives. A key component of our mission is to help make these life-saving companions available to our Veterans, First Responders, Women Survivors, and Children with Medical Needs. In early 2024, Buckeye Golden Retrievers established a partnership with the Malinois Foundation to heal and empower these individuals with a specialized service animal, a partner in life, and a new best friend. Whether it is for medical alerts, PTSD, or mobility assistance, our mission is to make your dream of getting a life-changing service dog become a reality.

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Service Dogs for Veterans, First Responders, Women Survivors, and Children with Disabilities

How can we help?

Submit your Application

If you are in need of a service dog, submit your application online through the Malinois Foundation, a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

Will I get a Golden from you?

When you submit your application, you can request a Buckeye Golden. If you are approved, Malinois will reach out to us to facilitate next steps. We complete aptitude testing to ensure you are getting a qualified service dog.

What about a Therapy Dog?

If you are in need of a therapy dog and meet applicant criteria, we recommend submitting an application to Malinois. If you purchase a Golden pup directly from Buckeye for service, therapy, or emotional support, we have access to a network of professional trainers to help you get started!

How long does it take?

Malinois Foundation applicants are approved on an as needed basis. Some service areas have a longer waitlist than others. Typically, no matter how long the waitlist is, clients should not anticipate waiting longer than a year and a half to get started.

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Jack

Psychiatric Service Dog
Birthday - 8/16/23

Jack is doing SO well. He picks up on the tricks and skills very naturally and easily. He gets along with children SO well and is just the sweetest lovable boy. My dog trainer is always complimenting how perfect Jack is at becoming a PSD because of his gentle nature and intelligence. - Maura

Mars

Psychiatric Service Dog
Birthday - 7/13/23

I went to Buckeye Golden Retrievers specifically to get a puppy so I can train him to be a service dog for myself, and it was the best decision ever! Mars, my service dog is so incredibly smart and fast-learning. He has been able to become an amazing service dog in no time. He is so incredibly calm and focused when he is working and is a very playful guy when he is off-duty. Thank you so much to Buckeye Golden Retrievers for bringing Mars into my life! - Lauren

Hammond

Medical Alert Service Dog
Birthday - 7/20/18

Hammond has been such a companion for me. He has been making so many friends in the neighborhood when we go on walks. - Jenelle
Hammond was trained as a seizure alert service dog. Sadly, Jenelle passed away unexpectedly in 2020, leaving her friends, family, and of course her beloved boy, Hams, so devastated. We share her story in remembrance of a beautiful life, touched by one of our service dogs.

Service Puppy Finds a New Home

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