
Why a Seizure Response Dog Guide?
Seizure Response Dog Guides are trained to assist Canadians (14 years or older) diagnosed with intractable epilepsy through specific tasks. These Dog Guides are trained to bark in response to a seizure, go and get someone inside the home, fetch a medical kit or phone, and provide comfort during a recovery period.
We are excited to share that the Seizure Response program has opened its waitlist. Please take the time to review the updated Discovery Package document before you submit an Expression of Interest. If we receive more expressions of interest than available spots on the waitlist, we will randomly select a limited number and process those expressions of interest only. Those who are not selected will need to wait for the next time the waitlist reopens to reapply. Please note that we have limited spots available for those who require hypoallergenic dogs. If you’re unable to complete the Expression of Interest online, please contact our client services team for support at client-services@dogguides.com.
Application and Training Process

Step 1
Discovery
Welcome to the start of your journey with Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides! A lot goes into training each of our dogs, but an assistance dog isn’t right for everyone. The Discovery process will allow you to learn everything you’ll need to know to help you decide if you’ll move forward with this journey.
During Discovery, you will have the opportunity to spend some time reviewing informative material about our organization, the program best suited to you, and what it takes to work with a Dog Guide. These pieces will help build a foundation of understanding for the journey ahead, including the responsibility of working as a Team and what life may look like with a Dog Guide.

Expression of Interest
If you’re not able to complete the Expression of Interest online, please contact our client services team for support at client-services@dogguides.com.

Application

Step 4
Dog Team Matching

Step 5
On Campus Training
