Each year we strive to donate Service Dogs to first responders (individuals) and Facility Dogs for Departments
Apply for a Free Service Dog or Facility Dog
our first responder is something we strongly believe in
Why It Matters
Here at Mattox Dog Training Academy, the mental well-being of our first responders is something we strongly believe in. Too many times, when the conversation is had about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), mental health, and suicide, our first responders are forgotten. We appreciate all our first responders do in and around our community and realize the stress and pressure of being the first on scene day in and day out can be life-altering. That is why we strive to donate 2 to 3 Service Dogs or Facility Dogs to first responders or departments each year.
Bringing Support, Independence, and Love
Service Dog Application & Information
We offer puppy adoption and first responder service dog applications. If you are a first responder with service-related PTSD, MST, or other disabilities and want to apply for our program to receive a service dog, please fill out an application and a release of medical information.
Please Download the Following Documents to Begin the Process
Please download the following documents to learn about our process, fill out our application, and release necessary medical info.
Empower lives with service dogs
Service Dog Spotlight
Polar
In 2023 we finalized the training of a therapy dog with service dog training and donated him to the West Richland police Department. Polar was sworn in on March 16th, 2023, and has been out in the community serving officers and residents alike.
LT (Lieutenant)
In the first half of 2024, Mattox`s Dog Training Academy LT (Lieutenant) was given to a First Responder.
Phantom
In the second half of 2024, Mattox`s Dog Training Academy Phantom was given to another First Responder.
Molly
In October 2024, Marysville, WA’s police department purchased Molly, a facility dog born, raised, and trained by Mattox’s Dog Training Academy.
