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Blue Star Service Dogs
Pinckney, Michigan nonprofit that rescues shelter dogs, professionally trains them for about six months, and pairs them with combat veterans diagnosed with invisible wounds, continuing training together to build a service-dog partnership. It is a fully accredited member of Assistance Dogs International and also serves first responders through a dedicated program.
- Cost
- Not stated on the org's own site
- Coverage
- Michigan (Pinckney, MI) (Michigan)
- Eligibility
- Combat veterans diagnosed with invisible wounds; the org also lists a first-responder program and a Bring Your Own Dog option for qualifying previously owned dogs.
- Availability
- Programs open in application windows — the org's site listed programs opening November 2, 2026
- Last Verified
- October 9, 2026
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