Wellness Wags Assistance Dogs is a Nova Scotia non-profit delivering highly trained service dogs free to Nova Scotians with disabilities; restoring independence, confidence, and joy. Each dog costs $40,000 to breed, raise, and train, yet we provide them at no cost, relying entirely on community donations, partnerships, sponsorships, and support like yours. We use ethical, positive reinforcement training methods and pair dogs with individuals and organizations who need them most. We envision every service dog partnership as a thriving, genuine connection that benefits both human and canine. Our skilled assistance dogs open doors (both figuratively and literally) to opportunities recipients couldn&#39;t access alone, bringing daily benefits that make life easier, more enjoyable, and truly limitless. Donate today to transform lives through these vital partnerships. Thank you for supporting our mission. Our Programs in Action:&nbsp;<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Autism Service Dogs support children ages 3&ndash;10 diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), providing task-trained assistance with safety, social interaction, behavior interruption, sleep, sensory sensitivities, and emotional regulation.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Mobility Service Dogs enhance independence for individuals with physical disabilities through trained tasks such as retrieving dropped or named items, opening/closing doors, carrying items, operating alert systems, barking for help; reducing caregiving needs, loneliness, while providing independence, comfort, and companionship.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Facility Dogs partner with Nova Scotia courthouses, child/youth advocacy centres, police services, hospitals, rehabilitation centres, and more. They provide skilled, task-trained support to improve motivation, well-being, and program outcomes&mdash;while bringing comfort and therapeutic benefits to vulnerable communities and the staff who serve them.</li></ul> How Your Gift Directly Funds Life-Changing Partnerships:&nbsp;<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Our Breeding Program: Carefully planned litters from health-tested parents with proven service dog temperaments in partnership with leading service dog organizations around the globe; genetic predictability and early assessments deliver greater success rates in purpose-bred dogs.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Service Dogs In Training:&nbsp;Each puppy requires 2 years of full-spectrum care from birth to graduation, from vaccinations, parasite prevention, emergency care, spay/neuter, full health clearances, genetic testing, premium nutrition, treats, toys, enrichment, specialized gear, crates, and supplies. These costs skyrocket fast! <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.wellnesswags.ca/donate/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: initial; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Shop our wishlist here!</a></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Quality Training: Our credentialed trainers provide 750+ hours of reward-based training to each dog: basic obedience to advanced public access and life-saving tasks.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Matching, Placement &amp; Team Training: Precision pairing of skill-matched dogs to recipients&#39; exact needs, then 50 hours of hands-on team training for flawless real-world integration. Recipients learn to work with their dogs in public and at home, mastering skill utilization, care requirements, and meeting all the dog&#39;s needs.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Lifelong Follow-Up Support:&nbsp;Ongoing support and guidance for every graduate team, through the dog&#39;s entire career and beyond retirement. &nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Continuing Education: Ensuring staff stay current with cutting-edge canine research, innovations to training methods and standards, and community programs promoting service dog access and awareness.</li></ul>Every dollar builds independence.&nbsp; Choose one-time or monthly giving - recurring support enables year-round litter planning and placements. All funds stay in Nova Scotia, directly supporting local families and facilities. For a personal connection, sponsor a puppy! Follow their journey with regular updates and photos. <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.wellnesswags.ca/donate/sponsorships/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: initial; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Learn more here.&nbsp;</a> Your support, large or small, creates lasting freedom for those we serve. Learn more at&nbsp;<a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.wellnesswags.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: initial; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">wellnesswags.ca!&nbsp;</a>

Hi <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip " fr-original-style="" style="background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; color: rgb(42, 42, 196); padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none; box-sizing: inherit;">First name, Thank you for your recent donation to Wellness Wags Assistance Dogs. Your generosity is literally transforming lives in Nova Scotia. Every dollar stays right here in Nova Scotia, directly supporting local families and facilities with highly trained service dogs, provided completely free of charge.&nbsp; Your donation isn&#39;t just financial support; it&#39;s a powerful vote of confidence in our mission to deliver life-changing service dog partnerships to those who need them most. Your gift fuels real impact.&nbsp; Follow the transformation on <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.wellnesswags.ca/linktree/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: initial; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">our socials</a> as we share the stories your support makes possible! Looking for a deeper connection? Want to name a puppy, remember a passed dog, or honour a loved one? Check out our <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.wellnesswags.ca/donate/sponsorships/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: initial; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Sponsor a Puppy </a>opportunities and enjoy personalized updates and photos through their puppy raising journey, a graduation invitation, and feature your logo on their vest! Or explore other ways to support us, like volunteering or becoming a puppy raiser. (In-person or remote positions available!) Wagging our tails with deep gratitude,&nbsp; Wellness Wags Assistance Dogs<a fr-original-style="text-decoration-color:currentcolor;user-select:auto;font-weight:700;box-sizing:inherit;" href="http://www.wellnesswags.ca" style="text-decoration-color:currentcolor;user-select:auto;font-weight:700;box-sizing:inherit;" target="_blank">www.wellnesswags.ca</a> <span contenteditable="false" data-button-color="{{#a3cfcd}}" data-custom-link="{{www.wellnesswags.ca/linktree}}" data-custom-variable="{{custom-link-button-13ff4cfe-b400-4d55-a585-a980bc05d627}}" data-text="{{Socials}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-button" fr-original-style="background-color: #a3cfcd" style="background-color: rgb(163, 207, 205); border-radius: 8px; height: 36px; color: rgb(255, 255, 255); padding: 8px 16px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 20px; font-family: Roboto; font-weight: 500; box-sizing: inherit; display: inline-block; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none;">Socials <span contenteditable="false" data-button-color="{{#a3cfcd}}" data-custom-link="{{www.wellnesswags.ca/puppy-raising}}" data-custom-variable="{{custom-link-button-57f32f09-efcd-4b0b-90cf-c5a3033ac435}}" data-text="{{Apply to be a Puppy Raiser}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-button" fr-original-style="background-color: #a3cfcd" style="background-color: rgb(163, 207, 205); border-radius: 8px; height: 36px; color: rgb(255, 255, 255); padding: 8px 16px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 20px; font-family: Roboto; font-weight: 500; box-sizing: inherit; display: inline-block; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none;">Apply to be a Puppy Raiser <span contenteditable="false" data-button-color="{{#a3cfcd}}" data-custom-link="{{www.wellnesswags.ca/donate}}" data-custom-variable="{{custom-link-button-5b5ac776-79d3-4905-9562-e9d35df516a8}}" data-text="{{Check out our Wishlist}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-button" fr-original-style="background-color: #a3cfcd" style="background-color: rgb(163, 207, 205); border-radius: 8px; height: 36px; color: rgb(255, 255, 255); padding: 8px 16px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 20px; font-family: Roboto; font-weight: 500; box-sizing: inherit; display: inline-block; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none;">Check out our Wishlist&nbsp;

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Wellness Wags Assistance Dogs is a Nova Scotia non-profit delivering highly trained service dogs free to Nova Scotians with disabilities; restoring independence, confidence, and joy. Each dog costs $40,000 to breed, raise, and train, yet we provide them at no cost, relying entirely on community donations, partnerships, sponsorships, and support like yours. We use ethical, positive reinforcement training methods and pair dogs with individuals and organizations who need them most. We envision every service dog partnership as a thriving, genuine connection that benefits both human and canine. Our skilled assistance dogs open doors (both figuratively and literally) to opportunities recipients couldn't access alone, bringing daily benefits that make life easier, more enjoyable, and truly limitless. Donate today to transform lives through these vital partnerships. Thank you for supporting our mission. Our Programs in Action: <ul><li>Autism Service Dogs support children ages 3–10 diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), providing task-trained assistance with safety, social interaction, behavior interruption, sleep, sensory sensitivities, and emotional regulation.</li><li>Mobility Service Dogs enhance independence for individuals with physical disabilities through trained tasks such as retrieving dropped or named items, opening/closing doors, carrying items, operating alert systems, barking for help; reducing caregiving needs, loneliness, while providing independence, comfort, and companionship.</li><li>Facility Dogs partner with Nova Scotia courthouses, child/youth advocacy centres, police services, hospitals, rehabilitation centres, and more. They provide skilled, task-trained support to improve motivation, well-being, and program outcomes—while bringing comfort and therapeutic benefits to vulnerable communities and the staff who serve them.</li></ul> How Your Gift Directly Funds Life-Changing Partnerships: <ul><li>Our Breeding Program: Carefully planned litters from health-tested parents with proven service dog temperaments in partnership with leading service dog organizations around the globe; genetic predictability and early assessments deliver greater success rates in purpose-bred dogs.</li><li>Service Dogs In Training: Each puppy requires 2 years of full-spectrum care from birth to graduation, from vaccinations, parasite prevention, emergency care, spay/neuter, full health clearances, genetic testing, premium nutrition, treats, toys, enrichment, specialized gear, crates, and supplies. These costs skyrocket fast! <a href="https://www.wellnesswags.ca/donate/" target="_blank">Shop our wishlist here!</a></li><li>Quality Training: Our credentialed trainers provide 750+ hours of reward-based training to each dog: basic obedience to advanced public access and life-saving tasks.</li><li>Matching, Placement &amp; Team Training: Precision pairing of skill-matched dogs to recipients' exact needs, then 50 hours of hands-on team training for flawless real-world integration. Recipients learn to work with their dogs in public and at home, mastering skill utilization, care requirements, and meeting all the dog's needs.</li><li>Lifelong Follow-Up Support: Ongoing support and guidance for every graduate team, through the dog's entire career and beyond retirement.  </li><li>Continuing Education: Ensuring staff stay current with cutting-edge canine research, innovations to training methods and standards, and community programs promoting service dog access and awareness.</li></ul>Every dollar builds independence.  Choose one-time or monthly giving - recurring support enables year-round litter planning and placements. All funds stay in Nova Scotia, directly supporting local families and facilities. For a personal connection, sponsor a puppy! Follow their journey with regular updates and photos. <a href="https://www.wellnesswags.ca/donate/sponsorships/" target="_blank">Learn more here. </a> Your support, large or small, creates lasting freedom for those we serve. Learn more at <a href="https://www.wellnesswags.ca/" target="_blank">wellnesswags.ca! </a>

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