YOUR ROLE AS A MUTT MENTOR
You don't need to be a dog trainer, you simply provide structure, consistency and real world experience while our team guides you.
1. Welcome a Rescue Dog
Bring a future rescue dog into your home and help them settle into everyday life.
2. Practice Everyday Skills
Work on routines, manners, basic training, and confidence building.
3. Stay Connected with Trainers
Our team provides coaching, support, and guidance throughout the process.
4. Help Change a Life
Your foster dog may one day help someone with seizures, PTSD, diabetes, etc.
You provide the structure and everyday experiences that prepare dogs for advanced service dog training at Medical Mutts Facility.
REAL STORIES FROM MUTT MENTORS
Our Mutt Mentors come from all walks of life, but they share one thing in common:
a love for dogs and a desire to make a difference.
At first, we thought it would be hard to let them go... But realizing the dog would impact someone else's life made it so meaningful.
Mutt Mentor Family
The support from Medical Mutts surprised us. We were never alone in the process.
Mutt Mentor
Knowing we helped a rescue dog become someone's service dog is incredibly rewarding.
Mutt Mentor Family
WHAT MUTT MENTORS OFTEN SAY THEY GAIN
Purpose
Connection
Confidence
Community
A deeper understanding of dogs
The joy of changing lives
YOU'RE SUPPORTED EVERY STEP OF THE WAY
You provide the love and daily life. We provide the training and support.
Veterinary care covered
Food and supplies provided
Online learning platform
Live classes & workshop
Ongoing trainer support
Community of support
All veterinary care and medicine are provided by Medical Mutts
Food, crates, leashes, enrichment toys, and training tools provided
Access videos, tutorials and training resources anywhere, anytime
Join in-person classes with our experienced trainers
Our team is here to answer questions and help you every step of the way
Connect with a network of Mutt Mentors who share the same mission
Most people start with no dog training experience
We'll guide you. You're never alone
Together, we give rescue dogs the skills and confidence they need to become life-changing service dogs.
You provide the love and daily life. We provide the training and support. Together, we change lives.
HOW TO BECOME A MUTT MENTOR
It's easy to get started. We'll be with you every step of the way
Apply
Fill out a short application so we can learn about your home, schedule and experience.
Meet our Team
We'll talk through expectations, answer auestions, and help determine if the program is a good fit.
Attend Orientation
Learn handling basics, routine, training expectations, and how our support system works.
Welcome Your Foster Dog
Bring home a rescue dog and begin helping them build confidence, structure, and skills.