Support Dogs Inc

“The 990 is provided to the finance committee of the board of directors for review and approval. After the finance committee completes their review, a copy of the 990 is provided to all board members for review prior to filing.”

“Each board member pledges to avoid knowingly engaging in activities that conflict with the interests of duo dogs inc. All relationships are to be disclosed to the board of directors. When necessary, any member whose decision may be subject to question will refrain from voting on business items. Candidates to the board of directors must disclose potential conflict of interest relationships. All parameters regarding conflict of interest are contained in the board manual, which each new board member receives upon becoming a board member, and current members currently have. Board members must sign off on this as well. Any new relationship that may have a potential conflict of interest is discussed at the board level.”

“Employees are reviewed annually by the executive director or board of directors. All compensations are based on competitive industry standards. Total compensation is reviewed by the board of directors.”

“The organization makes their documents, policies, and financial statements available online, by request, or by government or other public website.”

“The finance committee is responsible for oversight of the audit. This process has not changed from the prior year.”

“Assistance dog program: assistance dogs are bred, whelped, raised and trained to assistance dog international standards at the duo dogs facility to become service dogs. Once trained, the dogs can assist with mobility and hearing related tasks such as retrieving items, opening and closing doors, and alerting to sounds. Ptsd assistance dogs serve local veterans diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder reorienting a client to time and place, reducing anxiety, intervening during nightmares or night terrors, and providing a social bridge for positive interactions in the community. A facility dog is trained and placed with a facility that works with at risk populations. Typically, the dog is used as a therapeutic tool by the handler, helping to initiate a response from the residents, patients or clients of the facility. These dogs have exceptional patience and temperament for working around all types of individuals. Courthouse facility dogs are placed with individuals who work with children and adults who have been mentally, physically and/or sexually abused. The dogs are used as part of the forensic interview process to help gather information from the victim. If necessary, the dog will accompany the victim to court if testimony is required. Duo dogs monitors the relationship between the person and dog throughout the working relationship. Assistance dogs are provided at no cost to the individual or facility.”