Justice Facility Dogs US is a membership association of legal professionals partnered with certified facility dogs.
Mission
Justice Facility Dog United States is a national association that unites facility dog handlers and educates them about best practices as established by Courthouse Dogs Foundation.
Vision
We envision continued growth in the use of justice facility dog teams that improve the fact-finding process in the legal system by helping vulnerable people participate in stressful legal proceedings.
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If you are a legal professional who handles a certified facility dog, we would love to have you join us!
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Activities
For the public, we provide up-to-date information about where justice facility dogs are working in the United States, as well as state-by-state information about relevant legislation and case law.
For members* of Justice Facility Dogs US, we offer:
- Access to directory of members.
- Discounts on training offered by Courthouse Dogs Foundation and Justice Facility Dogs US.
- A resource library to assist you in preparing briefs and educating the public about your facility dog program.
- Networking opportunities, both online and in-person
- Mentorship for new handlers
* Membership in Justice Facility Dogs US is limited to legal professionals who are partnered with certified facility dogs who are graduates from an organization that is accredited by Assistance Dogs International.