Diabetic Alert Dog Guides
Provided by: Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides - AKA: Dog Guides Canada
Service Description
Provides free dog guides and associated training of the dog for individuals who are diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes with hypoglycemic unawareness. The dog guides are trained to detect sudden drops in their handler's blood sugar and alert them. The dogs can go get help within the home or activate an alert system if needed.
Information
Eligibility:
Individuals 16 years and older who are diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes with hypoglycemic unawareness
See Discovery Package for full details
See Discovery Package for full details
Fees:
No fees
How to Access:
Submit Diabetes Alert Dog Guide Expression of Interest form online
Documents Required:
Completed Diabetes Alert Dog Guide Expression of Interest form
Program Email:
Language:
English * French
Coverage Area:
Kanata / Canada
Service Locations & Contact Info
- 152 Wilson Street, Oakville, ON L6K 0G6
- Coverage Area:Kanata / Canada
- Disabilities Access:Training centre is accessible for physical and hearing impairments
- Mon:9:30am - 5:30pm
Tue:9:30am - 5:30pm
Wed:9:30am - 5:30pm
Thu:9:30am - 5:30pm
Fri:9:30am - 5:30pm
- AST hours
- General Inquiries
1-905-842-2891
