Potential Facility and Therapy puppies will be available
VIP Dog Teams Puppy Placement and Training
Choosing the Right Pup
Our VIP Trainers will select the perfect pup based on your needs, conducting formal temperament testing at 7 weeks. Pups go home at 8 weeks old.
Facility Dogs
Are you a professional such as a school counselor, speech teacher, first responder, firefighter, or police officer looking for a facility dog? We’ll match you with a pup suited to your lifestyle and job requirements. Apply for Fire or Police peer support dog here.
Apply for a School Facility dog here.
Puppy Raisers
Want to support first responders or schools by raising and training a facility dog? Once trained, the pup will move on to its new job. Learn more about becoming a puppy raiser by clicking the link.
Therapy Dogs
Interested in forming a therapy team to work in the community? Our therapy dog potentials are available for adoption to individuals committed to community service.
To fill out the puppy application Click here
Great Pets
Occasionally, we have pups available for adoption as great pets. Fill out the puppy application here.
Donation and Training
A $3000 donation is required for each puppy (excluding Baxter & Bella), helping us continue to raise and train more facility and therapy dogs.
Training Program
Classes: Includes Puppy 1 & 2, CGC, CGCA, Public Access, and therapy prep, spanning 1.5 to 2 years.Supplement: Subscription to Baxter & Bella’s online training program.Cost: Training classes are a reduced fee for those training for facility work. The first puppy class is required AND included in the donation.
Starting the Journey
Puppy classes start one week after the puppy goes home. A preparatory Zoom meeting will be held to ensure a successful transition.
Questions?
Contact us at [email protected] for more information.
See our blog post; Ethics of breeding and puppy raising
VIP Dog Teams provide Therapy & Facility Dogs and Therapy Dog Services to First Responders and Schools. Our breeding program is a vital function of these services. Learn more about how we approach eth... ...more
Breeding
June 05, 2024•2 min read
Maggie
Meet Maggie: CGC Certified Therapy Dog
Breed: English Golden Retriever
DOB: 9/3/22
Adult Weight: 55 lbs
Maggie embodies the best qualities of a Golden Retriever: she’s friendly, intelligent, and very food-motivated. She is a true love.
As a certified community therapy dog, Maggie volunteers with her handler, Sara, in programs like the Boys & Girls Club Pup Club reading program. Maggie settles comfortably on her blanket, providing a non-judgmental presence for the kids who come to read with her. She remains calm and enjoys being petted by her human friends, bringing joy and comfort wherever she goes.
Penn Hip Distraction Index
Rt DI=0.35 Lft DI 0.33
Breed average for GR= 0.45
OFA Elbows negative for elbow dysplasia
OFA Cardiac =normal cardiovascular exam
OFA CAER=normal clear to breed
Embark DNA= Clear of all breed related genetic diseases, recessive carrier
for Ichthyosis, ICH1
Mia
Meet Mia: CGC, Certified Therapy Dog
Breed Multigenerational Australian Labradoodle
DOB:2/10/22
Adult weight 27lbs
Mia is a social butterfly. She loves to meet new people. Adults, kids, elderly she just wants attention and pets from everyone. Mia is a large mini/small medium size non shedding dog. She has 2 furnishings making her an excellent choice for those looking for a hypoallergenic option.
Penn Hip Distraction Index
Rt DI=0.53 Lft DI 0.50
OFA Elbows negative for elbow dysplasia
OFA Cardiac =normal cardiovascular exam
OFA CAER=normal clear to breed
Embark DNA= Clear of all breed related genetic diseases, one copy of CDDY/IVDD
Mitch
Meet Mitch: CGC, PAT, Certified Therapy and School Facility Dog
Breed: F1b Goldendoodle
Date of Birth: 1/20/20
Adult Weight: 43 lbs
Mitch is a wonderful medium-sized, low to no shed F1b Goldendoodle. He has one copy of furnishings. Brave and loving, Mitch has a natural ability to connect with everyone he meets.
Mitch spends most days working at an elementary school alongside his school counselor handler, Ms. M. Kasso, forming the dynamic "Team M&M." His presence brings joy and comfort to the students, making a significant positive impact in their daily lives.
You can follow more of Mitch's adventures and see the amazing work he does on his Instagram page:
Mitchpvsdtherapydog
OFA= Good Hip confirmation
OFA Elbows =negative for elbow dysplasia
OFA Cardiac =normal cardiovascular exam
OFA CAER=normal clear to breed
Embark DNA= Clear of all breed related genetic disease, Carries one copy of
CDDY/IVDD
Murphy
Meet Murphy: CGC, Certified Therapy and School Facility Dog
Breed Multigen Australian Labradoodle
DOB: 7/24/22
Adult Weight: 30lbs
Penn Hip Distraction Index
Rt DI=0.45 Lft DI 0.44
OFA Elbows negative for elbow dysplasia
OFA Cardiac =normal cardiovascular exam
OFA CAER=normal clear to breed
Embark DNA= Clear of all breed related genetic diseases, one recessive copy of DM
Murphy is a wonderful medium-sized, non shedding multigenerational Australian Labradoodle. He has two copies of furnishings, making him an excellent choice for those looking for a hypoallergenic option. Brave and loving,
Murphy spends most days working at an elementary school alongside his school counselor handler Bonnie. They make an excellent team. You can follow more of Murphy's adventures on his Instagram page:
Murphy_vip_therapist
Hiro
Meet Hiro: CGC, Certified Community Therapy Dog
Breed F1b Goldendoodle
DOB:3/14/22
Adult Weight 40lbs
Hiro is a certified community therapy dog who excels in various activities with both adults and children. With an intuitive sense of when he is needed, Hiro offers comfort by leaning against individuals, inviting them to pet him. He is a medium-sized, non-shedding F1b Goldendoodle, bred specifically for his calm demeanor and gentle nature, carrying two copies of the furnishings gene, making him an excellent choice for those looking for a hypoallergenic option.
OFA= Good Hip confirmation
OFA Elbows =negative for elbow dysplasia
OFA Cardiac =normal cardiovascular exam
OFA CAER=clear to breed
Embark DNA= Clear of all breed related genetic diseases