Volunteers making a difference at home.
Dogs Inc has cultivated a well-defined program to breed dogs whose temperament, intelligence, and health combine to produce some of the finest guide and service dogs in the world.
To support our breeding program, we partner with selected volunteers who host our breeder dogs in their homes, then return the dogs to campus when needed for breeding and whelping. These breeder host families are an extension of our work here at Dogs Inc, and donate time, attention, and helping hands to help us reach our mission.
If you are interested in hosting a breeder, scroll down for more information, FAQs, and much more!
Thinking about Becoming a Breeder Host?
If you are interested in becoming a breeder host, read the information below, take our online self-assessment, and submit your application. To become a breeder host, you will be required to attend an in-person training at our Palmetto campus. These are typically held on Wednesday afternoons.
Step One: Get the answers to our most frequently asked questions below.
Step Two: Take our easy online self-assessment to see if you’re ready.
Step Three: Once you’ve completed and passed the online self-assessment, you will be given the opportunity to sign up for an in-person orientation and complete our breeder host application.
Once you have submitted the initial application, our breeder host manager will be in touch 2 weeks prior to the orientation date you signed up for.
Breeder Host Q&A
How far away from campus can breeder hosts live?
What is required once I become a breeder host?
How long is the dog a breeder?
Do breeder hosts own the breeder?
Can I request certain colors or physical characteristics of the breeder?
