Medical Alert Dog

Heather lost her beloved fur friend and service dog of nearly 10 years in April of 2025. She is challenged with spastic quadriplegia, dependent on a wheelchair and Ventilator, and her needs have expanded in recent years to include dysautonomia & seizures.

A Medical Alert Service Dog will add safeguards and some independence that will impact her quality of life and emotional peace.

Tasks will include alerting caregivers to sudden drops in Blood Pressure, ventilator issues, seizure activity, and other physical/medical needs that are ongoing.

In addition to de-escalating medical emergencies, a trained dog will add autonomy, independence, and confidence in everyday activities: allow heather to be further from caregiver in public places or her own yard on a nice day, have a private phone conversation, etc. A medical alert dog allows some separation from the required constant, close supervision by a caregiver.

After facing hurdles and road blocks in the search for organizations to fill this need, she discovered a local program/trainer to accomplish the task. Though the cost is extremely high, the personal attention to Heather's specific needs is invaluable. Once funds are secured, she can proceed with attaining a dog and the training.

Thank You for your consideration to support our efforts in fund raising.