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We bring people and dogs together to make life possible

Through carefully matched partnerships, workshops, and group sessions or individual visits, our dogs enable the people we work with and their families to live happier, healthier, more independent lives.

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We bring people and dogs together to make life possible

By unlocking the boundless possibilities of the bond we share with dogs, and the positive change these connections can bring about for families, communities and society as a whole.

Discover the many ways we can support you

Could you benefit from our support? We help people with diverse health and social care needs, enabling them to make everyday life possible in so many extraordinary ways.

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Family-focused workshops and guidance

Workshops and guidance to help people explore how deeper connections with a pet dog can benefit everyday life. Receive expert knowledge, practical advice and become part of a network providing long-term support.

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Working in the community

Our Community Dog programme brings support to people in their communities. Partnering with specialist services such as mental health, social care for adults with learning disabilities, or dementia support, our dogs, handlers, and practitioners help individuals overcome challenges and achieve their goals.

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Creating assistance dog partnerships

We match people and our specially trained dogs to form life-changing partnerships. Our assistance dogs offer both emotional and practical support, enabling people to better access the world, build confidence in their abilities and live fuller, more independent lives. 

Unsure how we can support you?

That’s okay. Fill out our enquiry form and we’ll take the time to understand your needs and guide you gently towards the right help.

Your support makes life possible

From volunteering to sponsoring a puppy, every generous act helps us to make life possible for the people we support - find your way to get involved.

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Fundraise

Could you raise much-needed funds to help us continue our life-changing work? From bake sales to challenge events, there are so many ways to fundraise and make a difference.

Fundraise
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Volunteer

From caring for a puppy or dog to joining a local supporter group, find out how you can give your time and make a difference.

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Sponsor a puppy

Support our work by sponsor a puppy, and follow their heartwarming journey to becoming a life-changing dog.

Sponsor a puppy

Your support makes life possible

Every donation makes it possible for us to train, care for, and connect our dogs with people whose lives they will transform. With your support, we can make life possible for more people who need it most, bringing greater independence, confidence, and joy to everyday life.

Discover how the connection between people and dogs changes lives

Every connection tells a story. At Dogs for Good, we know that when people and dogs come together, the possibilities are boundless. Each bond is unique, shaped by individual needs, shared goals and the deep understanding between person and dog. Discover the impact of our work and how the connections between people and dogs are helping the people we support to feel more confident, independent and included in the world around them.

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Bringing the whole family together

Holly is a very busy mum of five, fostering children that are neurodiverse as well as children with complex needs, emotional trauma and physical disabilities. 

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Opening up the possibilities to thrive

Style Acre provides person-centred services for 288 adults with learning disabilities and autism across Oxfordshire. The Dogs for Good community dog team supports people there to build life skills for themselves, helping them feel independent, confident and more connected to the world. 

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Accessing the future with confidence

When Victoria’s daughter, Amelie, told her she ‘wished she wasn’t herself’ any more, it was time to rethink everything.

Good Advice

Discover tips, advice, and ideas to create a happy, rewarding bond between people and dogs. Good Advice is full of expert guidance, practical resources, and inspiration to keep both people and dogs happy.

Request a talk from our volunteer ambassadors

Discover more about how our incredible dogs help people live happier, more independent lives. Invite one of our volunteer ambassadors to share inspiring stories with your community group, school or organisation.