We start by evaluating the current relationship status between the Veteran and the dog that is assisting them with their needs.
Proprietary professional recertification, training if needed, and daily use of the K9 Pro Track App ensures the service dog meets the Veteran's needs.
Veterans can undergo training, manage the health and wellness of their service dog team, and connect with other Veterans through the K9 Vet Connect service.
Every Veteran and service dog pairing experiences a more enriching and fulfilling life as the dog continues to serve through the WK9 wellness program.
From groomers to veterinarians, we provide a comprehensive range of services in a single, convenient location to meet all the needs of your veterans' dogs. Additionally, our platform enables veterans to conveniently store their service dog's records and appointments while tracking their activities seamlessly, all within one centralized place.
Keep your veterans active and connected by earning them points for their daily activities, which they can redeem for community-based rewards. Our platform also encourages friendly competition and provides supportive encouragement, as veterans can share their achievements.
Access a wealth of knowledge with our extensive collection of tips, tricks, and quick demonstrations on various service dog handler topics that will keep the paring functioning at the highest level.
We provide a robust support system enhanced with AI technology. Veterans can reach out to us through our dedicated 1-800 service or connect with us directly through video calls, ensuring they can receive the assistance they need no matter where they are in the country.
From groomers to veterinarians, we offer a comprehensive range of services to meet all the needs of your veterans' dogs in one convenient place.
Keep your veterans active and connected by earning them points for their daily activities, which they can redeem for community-based rewards. Our platform also encourages friendly competition and provides supportive encouragement, as veterans can share their achievements.
Access a wealth of knowledge with our extensive collection of tips, tricks, and quick demonstrations on various service dog handler topics that will keep the paring functioning at the highest level.
We provide a robust support system enhanced with AI technology. Veterans can reach out to us through our dedicated 1-800 service or connect with us directly through video calls, ensuring they can receive the assistance they need no matter where they are in the country. Our platform also allows veterans to conveniently store their service dog's records and appointments and track their activities all in one place.
As the US government seeks to establish new standards for service dogs, it becomes essential for all those involved in supplying and supporting our service members to have access to additional tools.
The WK9 wellness program is one such tool. From the moment a dog is assigned to a service member, the key objective is to drive engagement and ensure consistent training and conditioning throughout the relationship.
Through our mobile app, WK9 facilitates engagement by incorporating gamification elements. Service members receive rewards for actively maintaining their daily habits, including feeding, walking, and training their service dogs. Additionally, we incentivize them to ensure that their dogs receive proper veterinarian care and grooming.
The program also enables service members to connect with trainers in person or through virtual sessions and upload videos to track their progress and receive feedback. Additionally, they can engage with a supportive community and report any overall benefits or issues they encounter.
With WK9, we aim to provide a comprehensive platform that empowers service members to actively participate in their service dogs' ongoing care and development while fostering a sense of community and support.
Module #1: Handler Assessment (example Veteran)We offer a seamless integration of all veteran assessment requirements within our platform: |
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| Clear visibility of completed and pending assessment items in the handler dashboard. |
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| Strict adherence to privacy regulations (HIPAA) for secure storage and transmission of sensitive healthcare information. |
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| Review and approval process for financial capability attestations. |
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| Verification of stable housing through document uploads and approval process. |
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| Ability to capture agreement statements from adult household members. |
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| Instant validation of criminal background check consent through third-party API integration. |
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| Real-time verification of Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD 214). |
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Module #2: Canine CareOur Canine Care Module ensures the well-being and health of the canines through the following: |
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| Tracking and recording grooming practices, vaccinations, parasite prevention, and medical evaluations. |
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| Integration with national microchip registry and record keeping of microchip information. |
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| Monitoring of water and food provisions for canines. |
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| Separate medical and husbandry records for each dog. |
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| Facility requirements management, including kennel dimensions and environmental parameters. |
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Module #3: Canine TrainingWe deliver comprehensive training management through: |
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| A mix of in-person, video, and self-paced training activities. |
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| Identification and evaluation of substitute caregivers. |
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| Development of continuing education and refresher training programs for veterans and trainers. |
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| Recording and assessment of canine socialization to people, animals, sounds, and environments. |
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| Training for obedience certification tests and public access tests. |
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| Integration of outcome objectives and performance criteria for individual training modules. |
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| Grading and evaluation of training tests by qualified evaluators. |
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Module #4: Test and EvaluationWe ensure continuous improvement and compliance through the following: |
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| Training and preparation for obedience and public access tests. |
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| Use of external published tests for evaluation purposes. |
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| Video recording and documentation of test results. |
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| Tracking and reporting of SM and dog performance criteria. |
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| Evaluation by experienced and qualified evaluators. |
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Module #5: Transition/GraduationOur transition and graduation services include: |
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| Provision of official training logs, test results, identification, and certificates to veterans. |
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| Conduct home inspections to assess living conditions and canine well-being. |
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| Requirement for annual refreshers and continuing education for veterans and trainers. |
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| Recertification of public access tests. |
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| Provision of essential contacts and ongoing aftercare and follow-up support. |
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Module #6: Published Test EvaluationWe use industry-recognized published tests for evaluation purposes, including: |
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| Evaluation against established criteria for AKC, CGC, PPST, PPAT, ADI PATWE, AKC CGCU, and PSDP PAT. |
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Module #7: Handler OutcomesOur Handler Outcomes Module provides: |
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| Tailored training programs based on mitigation of the predominant disability being mitigated (e.g., amputee or PTSD). |
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| Daily progress tracking through the veteran dashboard and community forum. |
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