Core Goals
Empower Through Canine Partnership
Train service dogs to meet the unique needs of individuals living with PTSD, TBI, mobility challenges, neurological conditions, psychiatric disorders, and more—enhancing their safety, confidence, and independence.
Deliver Personalized, In-Home Training
Provide hands-on, one-on-one instruction that allows each dog to live and learn in real-world environments with their handler—creating stronger bonds and lasting success.
Uphold Ethical, Compassionate Training Standards
Commit to humane, respectful, and reward-based training methods—prioritizing the well-being of both dogs and people.
Support for Life
Offer lifelong mentorship, guidance, and education—because service dog training is not a transaction, it’s a relationship.
Advocate & Educate
Promote awareness, accessibility, and respectful engagement with service dog teams through public education and community outreach.
Train for Complex Needs
Specialize in training service dogs for a variety of conditions, including medical alert, mobility assistance, psychiatric support, sensory mitigation, and more—tailored to each handler's needs.
Nya (Medical alert SD) and Cheryl
Mission
At Service Dogs of Southern Nevada, our mission is not only to train dogs—but to transform lives.
We empower individuals with physical, neurological, and emotional challenges through the life-changing bond of expertly trained service dogs. By offering compassionate, personalized, in-home training and ongoing support, we help build confident, capable teams—one partnership at a time.
Vision
We envision a compassionate, inclusive world where every person with a disability has access to a well-trained service dog—and the support they need to thrive.
Our future is one where dogs are trained with integrity, purpose, and heart; where handlers are respected, heard, and supported; and where service dog teams are celebrated as essential members of our community.
Together, we’re creating lasting change—strengthening lives through partnership, education, and advocacy.
