What Breeds Does SSD Use?
We generally use dogs from larger breeds that were developed to work closely with humans, such as Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, Dobermans, and German Shepherds. Mixed breeds of these and other types of large breed dogs are also very well suited for becoming one of our Mobility Service Dogs. While there are many Service Dogs of smaller breeds, including the tiny Papillon, Shore Service Dogs prefers to work with breeds that have the strength and size to have the option of being used for either bracing or assisting with pulling wheelchairs.
