Before filling out the application, we ask that you thoroughly review our website, particularly the "Service Dog FAQ", the criteria listed on the "Apply For A Service Dog" page, and the "Application Check List" to ensure that you qualify for our program. Freedom Service Dogs of America (FSD) serves several specific client types, and we unable to serve you if your needs are outside our predefined range of clientele. FSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, physical or mental disability.
Saving Your Progress
You will likely need to complete the application in two or more sessions. To ensure your application and information are not lost, we strongly recommend that you utilize the "Save Progress and Return Later" feature, found in the upper right corner of the webpage. Please remember the password you set when using this feature, and check your email for a link that will allow you to open your partially completed application and resume your progress. If your application remains in progress and uncompleted for more than a year, it will be deleted and you will need to start a new application.
Application Instructions
Expect the application completion process to take between 1 - 3 hours. During the completion of this application, you will be required download and upload files, and to print or email documents to your references. We strive to make the experience as user friendly as possible, but we encourage you to seek technological support from family or friends if you feel the need to do so.
If you are completing this application on behalf of an minor or 3rd party recipient, please complete as the individual receiving the dog.
In order to complete the application, you will be responsible for providing, identifying, and/or obtaining the following:
- Two completed Emergency Support Contact forms, signed by a family member or friend
- Two completed Letter of Reference forms, filled out and signed by non-family members
- One Medical History form, signed and submitted by your primary care provider or mental health professional
- Your own basic financial information to fill out our finance worksheet and proof of one month's income
- DD214 for veteran and active duty military applicants
If you have any questions about your eligibility for the Freedom Service Dogs program or filling out the FSD application, please contact us at: 303.922.6231. You are also welcome to visit the FSD website at www.FreedomServiceDogs.org.