Cell Dogs, Inc.
Also known as Cell Dogs Inc, Cell Dogs, and CELL DOGS INC.
Cell Dogs, Inc. is an organization in Santa Ana, CA offering disability services, education, mental health, training, veteran services, and youth services. Cell Dogs rescues dogs from local shelters and enrolls them in basic obedience training programs in correctional facilities with inmate trainers; dogs are adopted or go on to become service dogs.
- Location
- Santa Ana, CA
- Services
- Disability services, Education, Mental health, Training, Veteran services, Youth services
- Website
- https://www.celldogs.org/
- EIN
- 020536487
Services
Trainer certification program for incarcerated participants
Program trainers take four weeks of lectures, then ten weeks training dogs, and receive a certificate from Santiago Canyon College.
Eligibility: Trainers are chosen on the basis of continued good behavior and enthusiasm.
Service dog placement
Service dogs placed with qualifying recipients, including two-week Partnership Training and a Public Access Test.
Eligibility: Current funding covers veterans and first responders only.
Application: Fill out the service dog inquiry form; staff will contact you.
Fees: $500 Placement Fee requested once a dog is identified; full scholarships available based on need.
ESA evaluation and Public Access Test
Evaluation, then 3–4 months of training and a Public Access Test; DOT documents signed on success.
Eligibility: For canines currently ESA-certified by a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist; letters from licensed mental health professionals required; Southern California only.
Application: Email contact and dog information; evaluation will be scheduled.
Fees: $1,500 for evaluation and final PAT ($1,000 initial, $500 final); training extra.
Questions
What does Cell Dogs, Inc. offer?
Cell Dogs, Inc. offers Trainer certification program for incarcerated participants, Service dog placement, and ESA evaluation and Public Access Test.
Where is Cell Dogs, Inc.?
Cell Dogs, Inc. is in Santa Ana, CA.
How do I contact Cell Dogs, Inc.?
To reach Cell Dogs, Inc., visit https://www.celldogs.org/.
Who is eligible for Trainer certification program for incarcerated participants?
Eligibility for Trainer certification program for incarcerated participants: Trainers are chosen on the basis of continued good behavior and enthusiasm.
Who is eligible for Service dog placement?
Eligibility for Service dog placement: Current funding covers veterans and first responders only.
Does Service dog placement cost anything?
Fees for Service dog placement: $500 Placement Fee requested once a dog is identified; full scholarships available based on need.
How do I apply for Service dog placement?
Application for Service dog placement: Fill out the service dog inquiry form; staff will contact you.
Who is eligible for ESA evaluation and Public Access Test?
Eligibility for ESA evaluation and Public Access Test: For canines currently ESA-certified by a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist; letters from licensed mental health professionals required; Southern California only.
Does ESA evaluation and Public Access Test cost anything?
Fees for ESA evaluation and Public Access Test: $1,500 for evaluation and final PAT ($1,000 initial, $500 final); training extra.
How do I apply for ESA evaluation and Public Access Test?
Application for ESA evaluation and Public Access Test: Email contact and dog information; evaluation will be scheduled.
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