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All applicants must disclose any and all pets living in their home, along with their living arrangements, during the application process. All pet dogs already residing in the veteran’s home must be evaluated by a Shelter to Soldier trainer prior to submission of the veteran’s application to the board of directors, to confirm that the pet dog will be compatible with a service dog. If the applicant’s pet dog(s) are not deemed socially or behaviorally appropriate to reside with a service dog, the applicant will have the choice to withdraw their application, permanently re-home their pet dog, or pursue training of the pet dog to address behavior issues (in which case the dog would need to be re-evaluated following training). Additionally, Veteran Students are not permitted to adopt any new pet into their household during the training program, and for 6 months following their graduation from the program. It is recommended that Veteran Recipients consult the Shelter to Soldier training team prior to adding any future pets to their household, as an inappropriate dynamic can be detrimental to the overall success of the service dog in their role. Signing below acknowledges that you have read, understand, and accept the above policy.