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Carol Roquemore

Founder and Board Vice President

Brenda Martini O’Loughlin

Board President

Lisa Thouin, CPA

Board Treasurer

Peter Kelly, Esq

Board Secretary

Robert Hicks

Board Director Emeritus

Nancy Powers

Board Director

Ashley Reid

Board Treasurer

Edward Scull

Board Director

FRIENDS OF CST

Brenda Martini and Tom O’Loughlin
Brent Martini
James McCaffrey
Mary Corda
Carol Martini (late)
Grace Arnold
Shelley Resnick (late)

James Todd
Colleen Lee
Scott Hilkene
Jim & Brenda Yanoschick
Nicki Lucas
Earl McLaughlin
Deon Perlstien

“Steve was a man who just exuded kindness. He cared about everyone deeply and it was evident in every interaction I ever had with him.”

Nancy Powers

Canine Support Teams loves helping others and making people’s lives easier.

Canine Support Teams loves helping others and making people’s lives easier. Join us by becoming a volunteer.

There are many volunteer opportunities open to the public, everything from assisting with keeping our facilities clean and organized and sewing vests and jackets for our pups to photography, graphic design, and serving as an ambassador to the community. These are just a few of the ways that you can help out. To find out the full list of volunteer opportunities, please contact us at (951) 301-3625. To become a volunteer today, please complete the volunteer application.

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We look forward to your support and improving the lives of students with you!

The Founder

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Board of Directors

We place service dogs with disabled clients who have various disabilities including, but not limited to: Multiple Sclerosis, Cerebral Palsy, Cystic Fibrosis, Traumatic Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Limited Mobility, and more

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Your gift will make a difference

Canine Support Teams relies on the generosity of donors and supporters that share our passion and believe in our mission. Every gift makes a difference.

Puppy Raiser Application

If after submitting your application you do not get a response within one week, please Contact us: 951-301-3625, or cstmain@caninesupportteams.org.

Overview:
Volunteer Puppy Raisers are the foundation of Canine Support Teams. The Puppy Raiser prepares puppies to become future Service Dogs by establishing positive experiences during early learning. Becoming a Puppy Raiser involves three major areas of personal and financial responsibility in caring for the wellbeing of the puppy.

A safe environment
Food for puppy
Healthcare- Rabies vaccination, spay/neuter at 6 months of age (or when requested by an instructor), and other incidental healthcare requirements.

Participation and communication:

Raisers must attend a minimum of 2 group training classes per month at our Murrieta facility
Raisers must attend a minimum of 6 public outings as a group per year
Raisers must communicate training progress and immediately report any issues you may be having during the raising process.

Socialization: Expose the dog to age-appropriate social situations. Raisers agree to ensure the dog is acting appropriately and practicing safe handling in public.

Requirements: Volunteer puppy raisers must commit to the outlined responsibilities. They must house and care for the puppy until the required turn-in date (about 1.5 years). Raisers must be willing and able to devote time each today to oversee the complete care of the puppy; feeding, grooming, socialization, and exercise as recommended by Canine Support Teams.

Training: Puppy Classes are offered through Canine Support Teams at our Murrieta Facility.

Can you bring your dog to work?

Yes No

Name of nearest relative/friend (living outside of your home)

Nearest relative/friend Address

Nearest relative/friend Phone

Have you ever raised for Canine support Teams or another organization before?

Yes No

If you previously raised a puppy for Canine Support Teams, why did you stop?

What are your primary reasons for wanting to raise a puppy for Canine Support Teams?

How much time per day will you be able to socialize and work with the puppy? Please explain:

Describe your feelings about returning the puppy to Canine Support Teams for advanced training, and placement with a person with a disability:

Are you willing to regularly attend scheduled puppy raiser outings?

Yes No

Are you willing to attend at least two community class at our facility per month?

Yes No

If you attend school, are you able to occasionally take your puppy to school with you

Yes No

If you receive a puppy that is under four months of age, will you be able to feed him a mid-day meal?

Yes No

Are you willing to socialize your dog in public? This includes trips to grocery stores, malls, restaurants, movie theaters, other businesses, etc.

Yes No

Are you willing to pay for your dogs food?

Yes No

Are you willing to work at keeping your dog flea-free if you have a problem with fleas in your area?

Yes No

Confirm

Canine Support Teams puppies are NOT to be outdoor dogs, and are not to be stuck in a crate all day. Your role is to socialize this dog with you out in public. If you have other dogs, you must supervise play time and limit playtime after 6 months of age.

By signing below you agree to the statements issued in this application and that all information filled out by you is correct and true to the best of your knowledge:

Please list the names, ages, and relationship of those living at the home: ( Separate by line)

How long have you lived at present address?

Do you own or rent?

Buy Rent

If renting, do you have permission to have a puppy in the house?

Yes No

Do you have an enclosed yard?

Yes No

If not, are you willing to adapt your yard to make it safe for a puppy

Yes No

Do you understand that CST puppies cannot be off leash unless in an enclosed area? (We do NOT allow our dogs to go to dog parks)

Yes No

Briefly describe your home, yard and living environment

Will you be able to take the puppy to your workplace? If yes, how often?

If no, what are your plans for the puppy during the day?

Have you ever raised a puppy or had an adult dog before?

Yes No

If Yes, Please describe your experience:

Do you understand puppies must be crate trained and sleep in the room with you in their crate?

Yes No

Describe a typical day for you:

Please list all dogs currently in your home, or that you have had in the past. Include their Breed, age, sex, if they are spayed/neutered(If not, why not?) and what became of each animal. If none just write "none": Example: Labrador, 1.5 years, M, neutered, living at home.

Do any of your dogs exhibit:

Protects food or toys ( from people or dogs) Aggression towards people or dogs Alert barking at door knock or door bell Other

Have you received any formal training with your dog(s)?

Yes No

Can you provide proof of vaccinations for the animals above that are living?

Yes No

Puppy Raisers are responsible for veterinary costs for their puppy. Routine health care (yearly), Rabies Vaccinations, and any incidental veterinary costs. (Canine Support Teams should always be notified immediately of any injury or accident regarding the puppy in training

Name of Veterinarian

Address of Veterinarian

Phone of Veterinarian

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About CST

Since 1989, Canine Support Teams’ mission has been to provide specially trained dogs to persons with disabilities to support their personal, social, and occupational independence.