K9SMD trains assistance dogs to provide life-saving detection & daily support, helping people with disabilities live more independent lives.
Cheltenham, Manawatū-Whanganui
At K9SMD, we specialize in transforming dogs into highly skilled assistance animals that make a life-changing impact on people with disabilities. Our focus is twofold: detection and daily support.
Detection: Our dogs are trained to identify specific scents associated with life-threatening medical conditions, such as diabetes and epilepsy. These scent-detection dogs play a critical role in early intervention, offering their handlers the chance to seek medical attention before it's too late. By catching these conditions early, our dogs help save lives and provide peace of mind to those at risk.
Daily Support: Beyond detection, our dogs offer invaluable daily assistance to their handlers. Whether it's retrieving items, providing balance support, or even alerting others in emergencies, these dogs are more than just companions—they are lifelines. They empower individuals to navigate their daily lives with greater independence, confidence, and safety.
Community Engagement: We don’t just train dogs; we also engage with the community to raise awareness about the vital role of assistance dogs. Through educational programs, we teach the public about the importance of these dogs and the transformative impact they have on the lives of people with disabilities.
K9SMD believes that every person with a disability deserves the opportunity to live a full and independent life. Our dogs can be the key to unlocking that potential, offering support, and a new lease on life to those who need it most.
K9SMD empowers people with disabilities through the unique skills of assistance dogs. We train dogs to detect life-threatening conditions and provide vital support, helping individuals achieve greater independence, safety, and quality of life.