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Layton(1)


Manti(1)


Morgan(1)


Ogden(1)


Park City(1)


Payson(1)


Provo(1)


Salt Lake City(2)


Saratoga Springs(1)


St. George(1)


West Valley City(1)


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Statewide

Intermountain Therapy Animals
4050 South 2700 East
Salt Lake City, UT 84124
 Phone: 801-272-3439
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Address:
4050 South 2700 East
Salt Lake City, UT 84124
Phone: 801-272-3439
Fax: 801-272-3470
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Animal-Assisted Therapy
Email: info@therapyanimals.org
URL: http://www.therapyanimals.org/Home.html
Wheelchair Access: Complete
Eligibility: Call or visit website for full description of eligibility requirements. Animal and owner/handler will be interviewed, assessed, trained, certified, and insured.
Services Provided:

Provides animal-assisted therapy in the areas of physical, occupational, speech, and psychotherapies, as well as special education. 
Source: Medical Home Portal
Last Updated: 8/11/2020
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Alpine, UT

Bridle Up Hope
1141 East Watkins Lane
Alpine, UT 84004
 Phone: 801-709-3339
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Address:
1141 East Watkins Lane
Alpine, UT 84004
Phone: 801-709-3339
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Animal-Assisted Therapy
URL: http://www.bridleuphope.org
Eligibility: Young women between the ages of 12-25, women 26 years old and older who are struggling with depression, anxiety, or other similar mental or emotional challenges.
Services Provided: Provides equestrian training to assist young women in building confidence. Qualified girls can apply for a sponsorship to participate in their 13-week program by filling out an application at www.bridleuphope.org.
Source: United Way 2-1-1
Last Updated: 6/27/2019
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Eagle Mountain, UT

Life Enhancement Center - Eagle Mountain
3688 East Campus Drive Suite 240
Eagle Mountain, UT 84005
 Phone: 801-477-0532
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Address:
3688 East Campus Drive Suite 240
Eagle Mountain, UT 84005
Phone: 801-477-0532
Fax: 801-623-4771
Service Categories:
Animal-Assisted Therapy
Individual Counseling
Substance Use Disorder Inpatient and Residential Treatment
Eligibility: Anyone can receive services.
Services Provided: The Life Enhancement Center helps individuals achieve mental health and overcome addictions through advanced psychological techniques such as neurocounseling, dialectical behavior therapy, equine (horse assisted) therapy, and trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Source: Medical Home Portal
Last Updated: 8/13/2019
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Strides Pediatric Therapy
18406 West White Quest Drive
Eagle Mountain, UT 84005
 Phone: 801-335-4699
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Address:
18406 West White Quest Drive
Eagle Mountain, UT 84005
Phone: 801-335-4699
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Animal-Assisted Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Outpatient Mental Health Care
Physical Therapy
Speech - Language Pathologists
Email: mjuarez@stridespediatrictherapy.com
URL: http://www.stridespediatrictherapy.com
Wheelchair Access: Wheelchair Accessible
Services Provided: Strides Pediatric Therapy offers adaptive riding, a horsemanship program adapted for a rider with a disability or challenge. It is a fun and engaging program that has a long list of benefits!

We also offer physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, mental health counseling, and recreational therapy. We have a clinic with traditional gym and treatment rooms and have an equestrian facility onsite to incorporate the use of hippotherapy.
Provider Profiles: Our adaptive riding instructor is a PATH certified therapeutic riding instructor and a state and nationally licensed recreational therapist.
Source: Utah Suggest Provider Queue
Last Updated: 1/9/2020
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Herriman, UT

Browning Speech Therapy
6558 West Candace View Cove
Herriman, UT 84096
 Phone: 801-493-9690
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Address:
6558 West Candace View Cove
Herriman, UT 84096
Phone: 801-493-9690
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Animal-Assisted Therapy
Speech - Language Pathologists
Email: bethbrowning@me.com
URL: http://www.browningspeech.com
Eligibility: Children ages 3-21 with speech delays
Services Provided: Provides in-home and in-office comprehensive evaluations and speech therapy services for children with speech delays and disorders.
Provider Profiles: Beth Browning, MS CCC-SLP

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Source: Help Me Grow Utah via United Way 2-1-1
Last Updated: 9/6/2018
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Highland, UT

Courage Reins Equine-Assisted Therapies
5870 West 10400 North
Highland, UT 84003
 Phone: 801-756-8900
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Address:
5870 West 10400 North
Highland, UT 84003
Phone: 801-756-8900
Fax: 888-850-4353
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Adaptive Sports and Recreation
Animal-Assisted Therapy
URL: https://couragereins.org/
Eligibility: Anyone is eligible, but preference is given to those with special needs. Participant must be at least three years of age and must have a medical release. Doctor's referral is not required.
Services Provided:

Courage Reins provides therapy designed to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities, by providing an environment where physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth could occur through therapeutic riding and other equine based activities. Some of the office staff are also trainers.
Source: United Way 2-1-1
Last Updated: 8/20/2020
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Layton, UT

Arrowhead Equine Therapy
897 South Angel Street
Layton, UT 84041
 Phone: 801-593-1934
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Address:
897 South Angel Street
Layton, UT 84041
Phone: 801-593-1934
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Animal-Assisted Therapy
Email: kimarrowhead@gmail.com
URL: https://www.facebook.com/Arrowhead-Stables-112373392136400/
Eligibility: Individuals 5 years or older who may benefit from equine therapy
Services Provided: Arrowhead Stables offers riding lessons and equine-assisted therapy to children and adolescents in the Greater Salt Lake region. We provide individual and group sessions for kids struggling with autism-related issues, anxiety, depression, and trauma. This is a perfect opportunity If your child enjoys being around animals, especially horses, or if your child needs help, but doesn't invest in traditional talk therapy. Arrowhead also offers special summer programs!
6-8 years
9-12 years
Teenagers
Adults without kids
Adults & kids together
Provider Profiles: Cathy Fresh 801 663-0418 for equine therapy.
Source: Help Me Grow Utah via United Way 2-1-1
Last Updated: 7/15/2019
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Manti, UT

Life Enhancement Center - Manti
50 South Main Street
Manti, UT 84642
 Phone: 801-477-0532
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Address:
50 South Main Street
Manti, UT 84642
Phone: 801-477-0532
Fax: 801-623-4771
Service Categories:
Animal-Assisted Therapy
Individual Counseling
Substance Use Disorder Inpatient and Residential Treatment
Eligibility: Anyone can receive services.
Services Provided: The Life Enhancement Center helps individuals achieve mental health and overcome addictions through advanced psychological techniques such as neurocounseling, dialectical behavior therapy, equine (horse assisted) therapy, and trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Source: Medical Home Portal
Last Updated: 8/13/2019
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Morgan, UT

Hoofbeats to Healing - Mountain Green, Straighter Way Foundation
5859 North Cottonwood Canyon Road
Morgan, UT 84050
 Phone: 801-836-4325
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Organization Name: Straighter Way Foundation
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Address:
5859 North Cottonwood Canyon Road
Morgan, UT 84050
Phone: 801-836-4325
Service Categories:
Adaptive Sports and Recreation
Animal-Assisted Therapy
URL: http://www.hoofbeats.us
Eligibility: Has programs for individuals with disabilities 6 months to over 85 years. Wide range of disabilities are served; from those in wheelchairs to those who are independent.
Services Provided: Provides therapeutic horseback riding in Utah for people with disabilities.
Source: United Way 2-1-1
Last Updated: 6/5/2019
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Ogden, UT

Wasatch Companions
Ogden, UT
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Address:
Ogden, UT
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Animal-Assisted Therapy
Service Animals
URL: http://wasatchchampions.blogspot.com/
Services Provided: Founded in 1975, Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) is a nonprofit organization that enhances the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained assistance dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships. The result is a life full of increased independence and loving companionship. Wasatch Champions is the northern Utah chapter of Canine Companions for Independence.
Source: Medical Home Portal
Last Updated: 5/30/2017
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Park City, UT

National Ability Center, Disabled Sports USA
1000 Ability Way
Park City, UT 84060
 Phone: 435-649-3991
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Organization Name: Disabled Sports USA
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Address:
1000 Ability Way
Park City, UT 84060
Phone: 435-649-3991
Fax: 435-658-3992
Service Categories:
Adaptive Sports and Recreation
Animal-Assisted Therapy
Recreation Therapy
Rehabilitation / Habilitation Services
Email: info@DiscoverNAC.org
URL: http://www.discovernac.org
Wheelchair Access: Complete
Eligibility: Individuals of all ages with physical, cognitive, or developmental disabilities (friends and family members are also encouraged to participate).
Services Provided: Empowers individuals of all abilities by building self-esteem, confidence and lifetime skills through sport, recreation and educational programs. Offers a wide variety of year-round activities for people of different ability levels, at multiple locations in and around Park City, including Alpine Skiing, Archery, Biathlon, Canoeing, Challenge Course, Cycling, Horseback Riding, Indoor Climbing, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Paddle Boarding, Sled Hockey, Snowboarding, Snowshoeing, Swimming, Trail Riding, Wakeboarding, Water Skiing, outdoor adventure trips, challenge course activities, and leadership development training.
Provider Profiles: Gail Loveland, Executive Director
Source: United Way 2-1-1
Last Updated: 1/6/2020
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Payson, UT

Life Enhancement Center - Payson
1172 East 100 North Suite 9
Payson, UT 84651
 Phone: 801-477-0532
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Address:
1172 East 100 North Suite 9
Payson, UT 84651
Phone: 801-477-0532
Fax: 801-623-4771
Service Categories:
Animal-Assisted Therapy
Individual Counseling
Substance Use Disorder Inpatient and Residential Treatment
Eligibility: Anyone can receive services.
Services Provided: The Life Enhancement Center helps individuals achieve mental health and overcome addictions through advanced psychological techniques such as neurocounseling, dialectical behavior therapy, equine-assisted therapy, and trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Provider Profiles: Russell Gaede, PsyD
Marriage and Family Specialist
Allison Hanson, LCMHC, Equine Therapy Specialist
childhood, adolescent and family, autism , parenting
Jason King, PhD
Trauma & Addiction Recovery Specialist
Source: Medical Home Portal
Last Updated: 8/13/2019
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Provo, UT

Therapy Animals of Utah
2459 West 300 North
Provo, UT 84601
 Phone: 801-706-1389
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Address:
2459 West 300 North
Provo, UT 84601
Phone: 801-706-1389
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Animal-Assisted Therapy
URL: http://www.therapyanimalsutah.org/
Eligibility: Animal must be at least a year old.
Services Provided: Pet-assisted therapy, a program staffed by volunteers.
Source: Medical Home Portal
Last Updated: 5/15/2018
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Salt Lake City, UT

Skye's Dog Training
Salt Lake City, UT
 Phone: 801-885-3922
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Address:
Salt Lake City, UT
Phone: 801-885-3922
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Animal-Assisted Therapy
Service Animals
Email: info@skyesdogtraining.com
URL: http://www.skyesdogtraining.com/
Services Provided: Service dogs, therapy dogs, private training, and group training.
Skye's Dog Training specializes in working with owners to train Psychiatric Service Dogs (to help with PTSD, depression, anxiety) and Autism Assistance Dogs for children. Services also available for Emotional Support (also called Companion Therapy). Dogs provide emotional support and lessen anxiety and/or depression symptoms.
Provider Profiles: Skye Poitras, owner and trainer of Skye's Dog Training, is the Salt Lake area's only Certified Behavior Consultant - Canine (CBCC-KA) and is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers.
Source: Medical Home Portal
Last Updated: 5/30/2017
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Ty the Dog Guy
449 East 3900 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84107
 Phone: 801-895-2731
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Address:
449 East 3900 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84107
Phone: 801-895-2731
Service Categories:
Animal-Assisted Therapy
Service Animals
Email: tythedogguysaltlakecity@tutanota.com
URL: http://www.TytheDogGuy.com
Map URL: https://goo.gl/maps/HKzRZuvfSDm
Services Provided: Provides service dogs and training for people with PTSD, diabetes, hearing impairments, autism, mobility issues, as well as training for therapy dogs.
Provider Profiles: Ty Brown, Owner
Source: Medical Home Portal
Last Updated: 5/31/2017
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Saratoga Springs, UT

Hoofbeats to Healing, Straighter Way Foundation
1218 North 800 West
Saratoga Springs, UT 84045
 Phone: 801-836-4325
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Organization Name: Straighter Way Foundation
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Address:
1218 North 800 West
Saratoga Springs, UT 84045
Phone: 801-836-4325
Service Categories:
Adaptive Sports and Recreation
Animal-Assisted Therapy
URL: http://www.hoofbeats.us
Eligibility: Therapeutic horse back riding for individuals with disabilities ages 6 months to 85 years. Wide range of disabilities are served; from those in wheelchairs to those who are independent.
Services Provided: Therapeutic horse back riding for individuals with disabilities.

There is also a site located in Bountiful, 1450 West 400 North (Universal Equestrian Center), with the same contact phone number.

Hoofbeats to Healing is dedicated to providing therapeutic horseback riding in Utah for people with disabilities.
Source: United Way 2-1-1
Last Updated: 6/5/2019
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St. George, UT

Stable Environment Equine Therapy
900 East Riverside Drive
St. George, UT 84790
 Phone: 435-429-1269
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Address:
900 East Riverside Drive
St. George, UT 84790
Phone: 435-429-1269
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Animal-Assisted Therapy
Email: info@stable-environment.com
URL: http://stable-environment.com
Eligibility: No restrictions
Services Provided: Provides therapy and learning for behavioral health, training and leadership skills
Source: Help Me Grow Utah via United Way 2-1-1
Last Updated: 2/13/2020
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West Valley City, UT

Stable Place
2877 Cassell St
West Valley City, UT 84119
 Phone: 801-860-3906
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Address:
2877 Cassell St
West Valley City, UT 84119
Phone: 801-860-3906
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Animal-Assisted Therapy
URL: http://www.thestableplaceslc.com
Services Provided: The Stable Place is a equine facility that offers services in natural horsemanship, natural care boarding, and nonprofit rehabilitation programs for equines and humans.
Source: Medical Home Portal
Last Updated: 1/10/2019
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Nationwide

Eagala
P.O. Box 246
Spanish Fork, UT 84660
 Phone: 801-754-0400
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Address:
P.O. Box 246
Spanish Fork, UT 84660
Phone: 801-754-0400
Fax: 801-754-0401
Service Categories:
Animal-Assisted Therapy
Email: EQUINE@EAGALA.ORG
URL: https://www.eagala.org/index
Services Provided:

Provides global standard and certification for equine therapy programs. Involves a team approach that includes a licensed, credentialed Mental Health Professional, a qualified Equine Specialist, and horses working together with the client in an arena at all times.

See website to find a local Eagala Model Program.
Source: Nationwide Suggest Providers Queue
Last Updated: 9/4/2020
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Little Angels Service Dogs
PO Box 219
Jamul, CA 91935
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Address:
PO Box 219
Jamul, CA 91935
Toll Free Phone: 800-528-9550
Service Categories:
Animal-Assisted Therapy
Service Animals
Email: servicedoginfo@yahoo.com
URL: https://www.littleangelsservicedogs.org/
Services Provided: An assistance dog training school, matched with handler for autism assistance, hearing, mobility assistance, psychiatric service, and seizure alert.
Provider Profiles: $24,000 via fundraising, $500 deposit. Involvement in fundraising is voluntary. No out-of-pocket costs for recipients.
Source: MHP-Nationwide
Last Updated: 1/6/2020
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North Star Foundation
20 Deerfield Lane
Storrs, CT 06268
 Phone: 860-423-0664
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Address:
20 Deerfield Lane
Storrs, CT 06268
Phone: 860-423-0664
Service Categories:
Animal-Assisted Therapy
Service Animals
Email: northstarfoundation@charter.net
URL: http://www.northstardogs.com
Services Provided: A nonprofit helping children who face social, emotional or educational challenges with the help of animal assisted therapy, school visits and assistance dog placements. Our Assistance Dogs serve children whose challenges range from autism to serious medical conditions to grief over the loss of a parent.
Source: Medical Home Portal
Last Updated: 8/7/2018
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Pet Partners
875 124th Ave NE Unit 101
Bellevue, WA 98005
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Address:
875 124th Ave NE Unit 101
Bellevue, WA 98005
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Animal-Assisted Therapy
URL: https://petpartners.org/
Services Provided: Specializing in visiting programs with Therapy Animals, Companion Animals and Social/therapy Animals. Educates healthcare and other professionals; Provides gold standard therapy animal curriculum and training; Empowers individuals with disabilities; Advances knowledge about research.
Source: MHP-Nationwide
Last Updated: 1/6/2020
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Rocky Mountain Children's Health Foundation
5394 Marshall Street, Ste 400
Arvada, CO 80002
 Phone: 303-839-6782
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Address:
5394 Marshall Street, Ste 400
Arvada, CO 80002
Phone: 303-839-6782
Fax: 303-839-7336
Service Categories:
Animal-Assisted Therapy
Breastfeeding Support Programs
Food Assistance
Email: Lee.Shaughnessy@rmchildren.org
URL: https://rmchildren.org/
Eligibility: Patients and families
Services Provided: Provides direct assistance to pediatric patients and their families. The Mother's Milk Bank collects, processes, and provides donor human milk to babies nationwide. Information on how to receive milk can be found online.
The Stink Bug Project supports families who have a child diagnosed with a serious medical condition.
The Stink Bug Project, in partnership with the prison-trained K-9 Program at Colorado Correctional Industries, matches well-trained, loving companion dogs with families throughout the Rocky Mountain region.
Provider Profiles: Call Lee Shaughnessy 720.507.0907 to determine if your client qualifies.
Source: Help Me Grow Utah via United Way 2-1-1
Last Updated: 6/5/2019
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Service Companion Dogs of America (SCDOA)
29976 Margale Lane
Vista, CA 92084
 Phone: 760-295-2222
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Address:
29976 Margale Lane
Vista, CA 92084
Phone: 760-295-2222
Service Categories:
Animal-Assisted Therapy
Service Animals
Email: Info@SCDOA.org
URL: http://scdoa.org/
Eligibility: no cost
Services Provided: A nonprofit providing well-trained service dogs to those who would benefit. Assistance dogs trained include: service dog, companion dog, hearing dog, skilled companion dog, mobility assistance dog, walker dog, therapy dog.
Source: Medical Home Portal
Last Updated: 8/7/2018
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