Margaret K. Griffo
August 22, 2026
I recently completed the owner-trained service dog program with Paws That Serve and had an excellent experience.
Service Dog Training
It's Not Just Training. It's a Partnership.
We believe in nurturing the bond between handler and service dog with compassion, trust, and gentle guidance. Every dog matters. Every person matters. Every connection matters. What we build isn’t simply training—it’s partnership.
Service Dog Training
It's Not Just Training. It's a Partnership.
We believe in nurturing the bond between handler and service dog with compassion, trust, and gentle guidance. Every dog matters. Every person matters. Every connection matters. What we build isn’t simply training—it’s partnership.
Our Mission
Paws That Serve is a nonprofit organization helping veterans and individuals with disabilities train their own service dogs through personalized instruction and ongoing support.
Our Approach
From early socialization to advanced public access training, every dog receives individualized attention and expert guidance. We build partnerships that last a lifetime.
Expert Training
Our trainers bring years of experience in service dog development and behavior.
Personalized Guidance
We guide you as you train your own dog, tailoring lessons to your needs, your dog's abilities, and your progress together.
Ongoing Support
We support owners and their dogs throughout training and as they continue working together.
What Our Clients Say
Dorothy Ibes
November 12, 2025
Lisa, her team, and adorable pups generously came to William & Mary to guide a class session for my Ecotherapy course.
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Margaret K. Griffo
August 22, 2026
I recently completed the owner-trained service dog program with Paws That Serve and had an excellent experience.
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Our Programs
Puppies & Families
Puppy Foundations Program
Our puppy program gives carefully selected dogs the early socialization, foundational skills, and loving structure they need to grow into confident service dog candidates.
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Owner-Trained Service Dog Program
Work alongside our trainers to develop your own dog into a fully task-trained service dog. Ideal for individuals who want an active role in their dog's training journey.
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Therapy Dog Program
Offered through our Alaska team. Six-week preparation course for dog-and-handler teams.
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Get in Touch
Headquarters: Anchorage, Alaska
Partner Location: Virginia
Partner Location: Idaho
Phone: (907) 388-3647
Email: [email protected]