Service Dogs of Virginia is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that raises, trains, and places dogs to assist people with disabilities. Highly trained dogs perform a multitude of tasks that allow greater personal freedom and independence. We serve clients residing in the Commonwealth of Virginia, and are based in Charlottesville, Virginia.

  • Radio Interview with SDV Executive Director Peggy Law

    "Say Anything (No Filter)" hosted by Bill Bridge on WCHV 107.5 FM, recently interviewed Service Dogs of Virginia's Executive Director, Peggy Law. Even if you missed it when it originally aired on March 2nd, you can still give a listen by visiting...

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  • Graduation Celebration Rescheduled for APRIL 6th!

    Sleet & snow prevented us from holding our annual graduation in early December but we will toast our eight 2013 graduates on Sunday, April 6 amid spring flowers and warmer weather. Save the date for this wonderful celebration of client and dog...

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  • PetCo Foundation awards significant grant to SDV

    We are very grateful to the PetCo Foundation for a grant made with funds raised during an in-store promotion in conjunction with Natural Balance Pet Foods and the generosity of Petco customers. 

    “To create awareness and raise the funds needed...

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  • Support Us When you Shop on Amazon!

    Want to support Service Dogs of VA while shopping online? We're registered on Amazon Smile. Use the link and we will receive a donation every time you make a purchase. *Thanks!*

  • Many, Many Thanks to ExxonMobil Employees!

    We are very honored and grateful to again be selected as one of the top charities for the ExxonMobil Employee's Favorite Charity Campaign. On December 3rd, our Executive Director, Peggy Law, visited ExxonMobil's Chantilly, VA, offices to accept...

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It costs approximately $20,000 per year to raise and train a service dog and each dog is in the program one-and-a-half to two years. We need your help to make it work.