Serving children with silent disabilities
Common Questions about our Alert Dog project
Who is it for?
How long does the training take?
How do I apply?
Kiwanis is a child oriented Service Club, so we focus on Children, 6 to 12 Years old with severe allergies or Type 1 Diabetes
How do I apply?
How long does the training take?
How do I apply?
Submit a written application, with references . [Apply]
How long does the training take?
How long does the training take?
How long does the training take?
Two years. The dog will likely be alerting for the child in one year, or less, especially for diabetes. However, dogs do not mature emotionally until they are two years old. So, public access skills are taught until they mature.
How is the project funded?
What Geographic Area does the Project serve?
How long does the training take?
By sponsorship donations and Kiwanis club fundraising projects
What Geographic Area does the Project serve?
What Geographic Area does the Project serve?
What Geographic Area does the Project serve?
To minimize travel time & costs to bi-monthly training classes, we recommend that only families living within 30 miles of Boulder, CO join our Academy.
Can the dog protect my child at school?
What Geographic Area does the Project serve?
What Geographic Area does the Project serve?
Yes. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 require that schools accommodate students with service dogs.
Can dogs alert to both hypo- and hyper- glycemic?
Can dogs alert to both hypo- and hyper- glycemic?
Can dogs alert to both hypo- and hyper- glycemic?
Initial training in the Academy is focused on hypoglycemic detection. However, bonded dogs often spontaneously alert to hyperglycemia as well
What are the recipient family's responsibilities?
Can dogs alert to both hypo- and hyper- glycemic?
Can dogs alert to both hypo- and hyper- glycemic?
Attend classes to learn how to train the puppy to be an alert dog for their child. See information packets. Stay faithful to at-home protocols so that proper bonding and behavior develops
What is the cost for the participating families?
Can dogs alert to both hypo- and hyper- glycemic?
What is the cost for the participating families?
The Club pays for the dog, dog food and basic Veterinarian costs. The participant pays for dog toys, kennel, leash, collar, and special vet services up to $500. Typical family cost for the 2 year program is less than $1,000.
What services do the dogs provide?
Does it matter if the child fears or dislikes dogs?
What is the cost for the participating families?
They provide an alert to the child, or parent, when detecting dangerous allergens or hypoglycemia. They locate misplaced medicinal pouches They bark for help if the child is in distress They provide constant protection and companionship.
How does the dog alert?
Does it matter if the child fears or dislikes dogs?
Does it matter if the child fears or dislikes dogs?
We try to customize to the family's desires (nudge, speak, stare, et.). Sit and "woof" is popular.
Does it matter if the child fears or dislikes dogs?
Does it matter if the child fears or dislikes dogs?
Does it matter if the child fears or dislikes dogs?
Proceed with caution! A close emotional bond with the child is critical to reliable bonding. Starting with a puppy helps .
How does an allergy alert dog protect my child in new environments?
How does an allergy alert dog protect my child in new environments?
How does an allergy alert dog protect my child in new environments?
Upon receiving the "seek" command, they search the immediate area and alert if they sense even minute fragments of the allergen .
Do our dogs shed?
How does an allergy alert dog protect my child in new environments?
How does an allergy alert dog protect my child in new environments?
Unfortunately, yes. We generally choose Golden Retrievers because of their intelligence and temperament with children. Put your black clothes in the closet for a few years. ☺
Will this service be available in my area?
How does an allergy alert dog protect my child in new environments?
Will this service be available in my area?
It is our hope to see this project started in many cities throughout the country. This process is just starting, so be patient and visit our "Expanding" Page periodically for updates.
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Actually, upon completing the program (usually about years) we do hold a graduation "ceremony" for the dogs and their families.
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