Smart Pups Assistance Dogs

Smart Pups – pioneers in providing task-specific Assistance Dogs to children under 18, certified under the Guide, Hearing, and Assistance Dog Act 2009. Our founder's relentless advocacy led to amendments in the Act, ensuring children's access to trained Assistance Dogs with alternative handlers. Our purpose is clear: enhancing the lives of children with autism, seizures, mobility challenges, and diabetes-related syndromes. We train our Medical Assistance Dogs to offer safety, companionship, mobility, and independence, fostering a brighter future for these special kids. With an extraordinary ability to detect seizures and low blood sugar up to 10 minutes before they occur, our Smart Pups Medical Alert Assistance Dogs provide an invaluable lifeline to their young charges. These remarkable companions provide more than just alertness; they offer friendship, confidence, and a sense of belonging. Since 2011, we've placed over 300 plus highly-trained Assistance Dogs across Australia, making Smart Pups a truly national organisation. While each Smart Pup's training costs $50,000, we rely solely on the generosity of corporate partners, grants and donations. Join us in transforming lives, one paw at a time. Together, we're making an impact that matters for children and families nationwide.