SDWR Review: A Family’s Letter About Their Diabetic Alert Dog

SDWR Review

Diabetic Alert Dog Team: Mavis & Haley

Our daughter’s service dog was delivered this week and we are so thrilled with everything from the dog to the trainer. Cheri was amazing and I can’t describe the impact she had on our family. She was so calm and relaxed and put us at ease. Mavis is just the most beautiful and special dog. When she alerted the first time, it was truly a touching and special moment.

Our daughter Haley has quickly formed a bond with her and we know it will just get stronger and stronger. I cannot say enough good things about this organization from beginning until now. I feel like we have a family. An incredibly knowledgeable, helpful and special family. We are so thankful for SDWR, Cheri and Mavis. We can’t wait to see her again soon.

Cara Manns

Mother of Diabetic Alert Dog Recipient

To find out more information about our Diabetic Alert Dogs at Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers please visit http://www.sdwr.org/service-dogs/diabetic-alert/.

5 Reasons to Invest in a Diabetic Alert Dog Today

When it comes diabetes care, there is little that can compare to the value of Diabetic Alert Dogs. The initial cost can seem intimidating, but this is an investment that has many positive aspects for those affected as well as their caregivers. Here we are listing the top five reasons to invest in a Diabetic Alert Dog.

1. Diabetic Alert Dogs Provide Freedom and Security

Diabetics often feel like they are restrained by the constant monitoring of their blood sugar levels. To let your guard down for even a moment, could result in serious health risks. But with Diabetic Alert Dogs, both diabetics and their caregivers have a sense of freedom and security. These service dogs provide diabetes care in any social setting so you can find the independence you've always wanted.

2. A Side Effect of Diabetes Care is Friendship

Your investment in a service dog for help in diabetes care is the primary goal. However one of the side effects is also a new loving friend. Alert dogs for diabetics are great in filling the role of caregiver, but what is often overlooked is the strong bond that comes along with your new companion, and new family member. Life without your service dog will soon be hard to imagine.

3. Stress Relief and Therapy

When you receive the best dog for Diabetics, your life will change. The constant knot in your stomach and fear that your child isn't being given the proper attention will go away. Safety, joy and independence are just a few qualities that will replace those stressful feelings with your alert dog. With their high capacity for compassion and loyalty, these highly intelligent dogs are sure to be your best form of therapy. There is no price tag for stress free days and an improved quality of life.

4. Round the Clock Diabetes Care

You’re familiar with those sleepless nights waiting for your child’s blood sugar to drop, feeling that at any moment you will need to rush in and give a shot of insulin. But with a diabetic alert dog, those stressful thoughts swirling in your brain will be replaced with a gentle sigh of relief with the knowledge that vigilant eyes are always on them. SDWR service dogs are trained to detect changes in blood sugar any time of the day or night. Your alert dog will be by your child’s side, giving proper diabetes care around the clock, so you can finally sleep well at night.

5. Labrador Retrievers are the best dogs for Diabetics.

In choosing the best dogs for Diabetics, it’s important to find a breed that is capable of completing our intense training program, as well as prove to be loyal companions to their owners. We have pride knowing that Labrador Retrievers are devoted dogs that will always be there for you, no matter what. We've seen firsthand their natural guardian instincts. There is a lot of effort and intelligence that goes into being the best dogs for Diabetics. When a person’s health is at stake, it takes an acute sense of intuition to act immediately and protect. These are just a few of the characteristics we search for in selecting our service dogs. Labrador Retrievers have a true gift for being a Diabetic Alert Dog and also making them the best investment for diabetes care.

If you are a loved one are in need of a service dogs for Diabetic children or adults, please contact us today.

Coloring for Miracles & Autism Grants

What is autism care? If you have a loved one on the spectrum, you know autism care can mean many things. From searching for your loved one when he or she has eloped, to finding peace through tantrums and outbreaks, there is so much that a guardian has to care for on a daily basis. At Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers, it’s our mission to help provide service dogs for those with or caring for an invisible illness. Our non-profit helps offset the cost of a service dog and place service dogs in the homes of families for training. With our unique training program, our clients have been able to live safer, fuller lives.

How Do Autism Assistance Dogs Make a Difference?

With an Autism Service Dog, you know you can trust that your child on the spectrum is in good hands. With unexpected episodes or outbursts, a service dog can help keep any child calm and interrupt irrational behavior. This is the same for self-harm as well - when a child engages in this behavior, a service dog is trained to gently interrupt their handler from continuing. When a child attempts to run away, a service dog can stop him or her; if he or she has already run away, they can help to find the lost child.

In addition to the safety precautions they provide, Autism Assistance Dogs can also help children develop necessary skills. They facilitate improved sleep patterns, increased social interaction, help with sensory processing disorders, reading, and more. With an autism dog, children and adults on the spectrum are able to lead a more structured life.

Coloring for Miracles: Win a $10,000 Grant for an Autism Service Dog

In honor of Autism Awareness Month, SDWR is awarding five $10,000 grants to those participating in our ‘Coloring for Miracles’ campaign. Participants will choose a coloring page on our site, color it in with their loved one and let us know how an Autism Assistance Dog would make a difference in their household. An application is to be filled out with the coloring page attached, and participants will pay a submission fee. SDWR will choose the top coloring pages to be awarded $10,000. Submissions end April 30th, 2015. Apply today! Find submission information at http://www.sdwr.org/coloring-for-miracles/.

Do you have questions about our ‘Coloring for Miracles’ campaign? Are you interested in an Autism Service Dog? Contact SDWR for more information.

Service Dogs for Autism Care

If you are an autism care taker, you most likely know the challenges autism care presents on an everyday basis. The need to care for your loved one on the spectrum can be overwhelming, and with a lack of autism support, constant care is sometimes your only option.

At Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers, it’s our mission to help families who struggle with the constant demands of raising an Autistic child. We train our service dogs to understand all aspects of autism, so you feel like you have a caretaker, friend and guardian. SDWR service dogs are the best dogs for Autistic children for a number of reasons. Read to to learn why assistance dogs for autism are great for providing autism care.

They Prevent Physical Harm

Characteristics of autism include self-injurious behavior and unexpected elopment. Both behaviors could result in physical harm if not paid immediate attention to. When a child on the spectrum engages in self-harm, his or her service dog is there to intervene their behavior. If a child tries to elope, the child’s service dog hinders them from wandering. Assistance dogs for autism are there first and foremost to protect your child from any dangers that they may come across. With a service dog at your side, preventing your child from harm becomes easier.

Assistance Dogs For Autism Provide a Blanket of Emotional Support

With autism, having your child remain calm in all situations can prove to be a challenge. Outbreaks are normal, and dealing with them can get exhausting. With a service dog at his or her side, your child will feel an overall calming effect. Children with autism dogs are more prone to remain relaxed and feel more secure with a companion. The provide emotional stability both at home and in public settings. In addition, Autism Service Dogs aid in increased social interaction, improved sleep patterns, and more.

Finding Autism Support Through a Service Dog

If you can relate to any of the above situations, it might be time to turn to a service dog for support in autism care. SDWR provides service dogs for individuals on the spectrum. Our dogs are fully trained to aid in autism support and care. If you or a loved one are in need of a service dog, please contact SDWR today.

In honor of Autism Awareness Month, SDWR is awarding five $10,000 autism assistance dog grants to those who enter our “Coloring for Miracles” contest. To find more information and to apply, please visit www.sdwr.org/coloring-for-miracles. Submissions run through April 2015.

Coloring for Miracles - Autism Dogs for a Cause

During National Autism Awareness Month, the autism community takes strides in celebrating and educating the general public about invisible illness. As Autism Service Dog providers, SDWR is proud to be involved in the autism community. We meet countless families who live with a loved one on the spectrum. Again and again, we’ve seen our service dogs make a difference in the lives of these families.

Coloring for Miracles

In light of National Autism Awareness Month April 2015, we are embracing our commitment to raise awareness. We want to make a life-changing impact towards the families who have been looking for an autism service dog for children. Through our campaign Coloring for Miracles, individuals are given a chance at receiving a $10,000 grant towards an SDWR autism dog for kids.

Our campaign doesn’t stop there. We want you and your loved one to be involved. To enter, you will choose from a selection of five coloring pages - you and your child will work together to color this page and let us know how a service dog will change your life. Once you submit your coloring page to SDWR, our staff will choose a winner for each of the five coloring pages.

Why Service Dogs for Autism?

Autism dogs change the way Autistic children live with their invisible illness. From preventing outbreaks, self-harm, and elopement, autism dogs protect a child’s physical health. Through their overall calming effect, service dogs can help improve sleep patterns, improve reading skill sets, and increase social interaction. They provide a physical and emotional difference in the life of an individual on the spectrum. Autism caretakers often feel a burnout from never-ending care and worry for their loved one. With an autism dog aiding in protection and sensory care, it is easier to find peace.

Reach Out to SDWR

To stay updated about our Coloring for Miracles campaign, follow us on Facebook for announcements and submissions from Autism families across North America and beyond. If you have questions about our Autism Awareness month campaign or want to learn more about service dogs for Autistic children please contact SDWR today.

SDWR's Therapy Dogs Never Stop Giving

A service dog for invisible illness will always be there to care for you or your loved one. A service dog’s gift lies not only in their ability to keep owners safe, but also to be dependable and reliable as a caretaker and as a friend. At Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers, we can proudly say that our dogs never stop giving their special gift. Read to learn how and why a therapy dog will always be there for you.

Therapy Dogs Will Always Protect You

Service dogs are there to protect you from any harm that an invisible illness presents. For example, a Diabetic Alert Dog will alert for high and low blood sugars, so that their owner can take action and prevent side-effects from occurring. Autism dogs keep children on the spectrum from harming themselves and eloping. A seizure dog can protect his or her handler post-seizure by guarding them in public and obtaining help. These are just a few examples of how therapy dogs can keep you protected. They are trained to always be there for you in the case you may be presented with harm.

They Care for Your Invisible Illness

Therapy dogs are trained to understand the complications of an invisible illness. From the time they are selected as pups to be a part of our service dog training program until the time they are placed in your home, service dogs for kids and adults are taught to understand your specific illness and attend to it as needed. As long as you have a service dog by your side, you will know there is someone there to care for your invisible illness.

Therapy Dogs Make the Greatest Companions

When our clients invest in a service dog, they are surprised to find that their service dog ends up being more than just a service dog - he or she becomes a loyal and trustworthy friend. Yes, a therapy dog will first and foremost be a protector and a guardian for your or your loved one’s health. But they will also become a close friend and a family member. At SDWR, we choose Labrador Retrievers because they are the best breeds of service dog for kids and adults. Their compassionate and intelligent nature truly makes them the greatest companions.

If you or a loved one are in need of a service dog, please contact SDWR today.

An Update from Our Service Dog Grant Winner

At Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers, our mission is to provide those with invisible illness a safer, fuller life. Every year, we offer a service dog grant to select winners to help cover the cost of a service dog. One of our 2014 winners is Jeannie Davide-Rivera. Jeannie is a respected author in the field of autism spectrum. She herself lives with Asperger’s Syndrome, while caring for her four sons on the autism spectrum. In her recent blog post (which you can find here) she gives us a recap of all the ways her service dog for autism has helped her and her child. With only a few months of training under his belt, learn how much of a difference their Autism Service Dog Rocky has made in the life of a child with invisible illness.

Creating a Calming Effect in the Most Difficult Scenarios

If you are a caretaker or a loved one with autism, you know that tantrums are the absolute norm, and that others who do not understand spectrum disorder may not receive this well. You yourself most likely struggle with tantrums in every scenario that makes your loved one uncomfortable. Before Rocky, Jeannie mentions that her son would have a meltdown going to and from places. Leaving the house was a struggle, as was leaving any other location they would visit. With Rocky by their side, Jeannie’s son now keeps calm, 

“Leaving the house for any reason was always a fight, now when the Tot sees me dress Rocky (put his service vest on) he jumps up and wants to put his boots on to leave…”

Here’s another great example Jeannie provides of how a service dog for autism can be used as a tool to stay calm and collected, 

“A meltdown begins if the request is not met with supernatural instantaneous results. This is where Rocky came in—we began (at the trainers direction) to redirect the Tot to Rocky and practice petting him ten times while he waits for whatever is is he is needing at the time. This has worked so well…”

Not only can Jeannie find relief in the structure that assistance dogs for autism provide, her son can also live a more normal life through fewer outbreaks and a companion at his side. At SDWR, we are happy to hear Rocky has made a difference. Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers want to help families just like Jeannie’s. If you are looking for more information about assistance dogs for autism, please contact SDWR today.

Diabetic Alert Dogs Save Lives

As service dog providers, SDWR knows the dangers that come with diabetes. If you are a diabetes care taker, there is always that worry about your loved one hitting a high or low, and you not being there to provide the care they need. Our dogs for Diabetic children or adults are here for that very reason: to alleviate the fear you feel and truly protect your loved ones. Not only are our service dogs trained to alert, they are capable of retrieving third party support, accessing food and medication, and dialing 911 on a special device. We can proudly say that our dogs are not just life-changing, they are saving lives.

Finding the Protection You Need

With an invisible illness, it proves difficult to find others who understand yours or your loved one’s disease. There are complications and responsibilities that others do not understand. Fortunately, diabetes service dogs provide this level of understanding. They are thoroughly trained to detect, alert and in return protect their owner’s health. Read to learn why Diabetic Alert Dogs Ace proves to be an invaluable asset to his family:

“Ace woke me up at 4:30am…at first I was like “Really?? I am sooo tired…but I listened and I got up and tested Alex. Alex was 72–anything below 80 while sleeping is dangerous. I’m so glad I listened to Ace, drug myself out of bed and got Alex some juice. These night time lows are the scariest. Thank you Ace for catching it before it was even worse!”

It’s moments like this that make SDWR truly special. Our priority in providing families with diabetes service dogs for safety and protection through diabetes has changed lives.

Choose SDWR for the Best Diabetic Alert Dogs

The program at Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers is unique. We begin by selecting only the most qualified service dog pups. We then take the time and effort to best match our service dogs to your household. Our team of highly-skilled trainers comes directly to your home to train your service dog as well as train your family to cooperate with your service dog and listen to alerts.To further our approach in providing you with the best dogs for Diabetic children and adults, we offer our health and performance guarantees to every client. Want to know more? Read our SDWR reviews here!

If you or loved one are interested in learning more about SDWR service dogs, please contact us today.