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PUTNAM SERVICE DOGS INC
BREWSTER, NY · EIN 814137033 · Form 990 · FY2023 · NTEE P82 · Human Services · Small ($100K-$1M) · putnamservicedogs.org
revenue
$284K
expenses
$273K
net assets
$100K
employees
0
volunteers
42
program ratio
91%
mission · from form 990

PUTNAM SERVICE DOGS, INC. IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT TRAINS CAREFULLY SELECTED RESCUE DOGS AS SERVICE DOGS FOR PEOPLE WITH PHYSICAL DISABILITIES OTHER THAN BLINDNESS, AND VETERANS WITH PTSD.

profile · synthesized from sources

Putnam Service Dogs trains rescued dogs to become service animals for individuals with physical disabilities (other than blindness) and veterans with PTSD. The organization operates in New York, focusing on humane training methods and matching dogs with recipients at no cost. Their work supports both the independence of recipients and the rehabilitation of rescue dogs.

named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Annual Funminster Dog Show & Fundraiser
Family-friendly community event celebrating dogs through fun categories and public engagement to raise awareness and funds
Annual Golf Tournament
Major annual fundraising event offering golf, networking, and auctions to support service dog training and placement
Puppy Raising Program
Volunteer puppy raisers provide early socialization and foundational training to service dog candidates in home environments across Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties and parts of Connecticut
Service Dog Training Program
Rescues and trains dogs to assist people with physical disabilities and veterans with PTSD using humane, positive reinforcement methods in a home-like residential setting
Vacation Relief & Weekend Foster Program
Provides temporary care for service dog pups when primary raisers are unavailable, ensuring continuity of care and training
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Animal Rescue Volunteer Coordination 2 activities
    • Conducts volunteer orientation and capacity-building for foster programs
      Hosts monthly 1.5-hour orientation classes at the Center in Brewster, NY for new weekend foster volunteers to prepare them for their role in the puppy socialization and respite care program.
    • Operates temporary foster and puppy-raising support programs
      Provides temporary care for service dog puppies through a vacation relief home program and a weekend foster program in Brewster, NY, where volunteers host puppies for 3 to 10 days when primary raisers are unavailable. Pickups and drop-offs occur at the organization’s Center, supporting both puppy socialization and respite for staff and primary caregivers.
  • Vehicle Donation Processing 1 activity
    • Accepts in-kind donations to support service dog operations
      Receives donated items such as large dog beds, crate pads (36” and up), Amazon and Chewy gift cards for training supplies, and vehicles (cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, RVs), which are converted into funds to support the care, training, and placement of service dogs.
  • Animal Welfare Fundraising Events 1 activity
    • Hosts fundraising events to support service dog training and placement
      Organizes annual fundraising events including the Funminster Dog Show & Fundraiser and a Golf Tournament, the latter of which drew 110 participants in the prior year. These community events include family-friendly activities such as food trucks, face painting, DJ entertainment, and competitive dog categories, while also facilitating public engagement with service dog teams and dogs in training.
  • Animal-Assisted Support Services 1 activity
    • Trains and places service dogs with individuals with physical disabilities and veterans with PTSD
      Rescues dogs from shelters and trains them for a minimum of two years in a home-like residential setting to serve as service dogs for individuals with physical disabilities (excluding blindness) and veterans with PTSD. The organization provides these dogs at no cost to recipients, focusing on careful matching based on the dog’s natural chemistry and demonstrated preference to ensure long-term successful partnerships.
financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$284K
Contributions & grants$281K99%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$3K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$273K
Program expenses91%
Admin / overhead4%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$160K
Cash$53K
Investments$13K
Liabilities$60K
Net assets$100K
Liquid reserves2.9 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +16.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023

Who runs it

board members · 7
  • COLLEEN HARDING — DIRECTOR
  • DAVE BRUEN — DIRECTOR/VICE PRESIDENT
  • MARTY MCGINNITY — DIRECTOR
  • MIKE HERMOZA — DIRECTOR/TREASURER
  • NANCY TEAGUE — DIRECTOR/CEO & FOUNDER/SECRETARY
  • RANDY HOOPER — DIRECTOR/PRESIDENT
  • SEAN FERGUSON — DIRECTOR
relationships · 55

Who they work with

  • 100 Friends of Callie Network — Monthly donor program named in honor of Callie, a service dog, to sustain support for training and placement.
  • Ace Endico Partner — Best Friend sponsor of the 7th Annual Funminster Dog Show
  • Ann Marie D’Onofrio, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, Briante Realty Group Partner — Vendor at the 7th Annual Funminster Dog Show
  • Apple Greens Golf Course Partner — Donated a silent auction item: gift certificate for a foursome of weekday golf valued at $184.
  • BBB Government — Evaluated by BBB using 20 standards for accountability and transparency
  • BBB Accredited Charity Network — Accredited by the Better Business Bureau, reflecting adherence to high standards of charity governance.
  • Backyard Bones Partner — Best Friend sponsor of the 7th Annual Funminster Dog Show
  • Baldwin Place Animal Hospital Partner — Bronze sponsor of the 7th Annual Funminster Dog Show
  • Bee & Jay Plumbing and Heating Partner — Best Friend sponsor of the 7th Annual Funminster Dog Show
  • Brewster Rotary Partner — Silver sponsor of the 7th Annual Funminster Dog Show
  • Brewster, NY Government — Location of the organization's Center where foster activities and orientations are conducted
  • Brewster, NY Center Partner — Local facility serving as the pickup and drop-off point for weekend foster program and likely central hub for puppy training and coordination.
  • Brook Farm Veterinary Center Partner — Silver sponsor of the 7th Annual Funminster Dog Show
  • Brookfield Resource Management Partner — Event sponsor of the 7th Annual Funminster Dog Show
  • Burke Energy Partner — Bronze and Best Friend level sponsor of the 7th Annual Funminster Dog Show
  • Burke Energy Partner — Event sponsor of the annual golf tournament fundraiser.
  • Burke Energy Partner — Recognized as a Tail Wagger sponsor of the 10th anniversary gala.
  • Candid Government — Rated for transparency and impact
  • Charity Navigator Government — Rated for transparency and impact
  • Charity Navigator Network — Recognized as a 4-star organization by Charity Navigator for transparency and accountability.
  • Choice Pet Partner — Bronze and Vendor sponsor of the 7th Annual Funminster Dog Show
  • Claire and Bill Houlihan Partner — Recognized as a Champion sponsor of the 10th anniversary gala.
  • Coffee Lab Roasters Partner — Recognized as a Champion sponsor of the 10th anniversary gala.
  • Companion Pet Hospital Partner — Best Friend sponsor of the 7th Annual Funminster Dog Show
  • DC Hair Partner — Best Friend sponsor of the 7th Annual Funminster Dog Show
  • Diana’s Paws Partner — Best Friend sponsor of the 7th Annual Funminster Dog Show
  • Dog Bandanas by the Sew Queen Partner — Vendor at the 7th Annual Funminster Dog Show
  • Durant Party Rentals Partner — Vendor at the 7th Annual Funminster Dog Show
  • Feehan Insurance Partner — Best Friend sponsor of the 7th Annual Funminster Dog Show
  • Guardian Veterinary Specialists Partner — Silver sponsor and vendor at the 7th Annual Funminster Dog Show
+ 25 more
strategies · 4

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Dual-Impact Rescue and Service Model
    methodology: dual_impact_model
    By rescuing and training dogs for service work, the organization produces life-changing support for recipients with disabilities or PTSD and rehabilitation/purpose for rescued dogs, because the shared transformation strengthens bonding, motivation, and program sustainability.
  • No-Cost Access to Enhance Adoption and Equity
    methodology: no_cost_access
    By providing free service dogs, the organization increases adoption success and access for people with disabilities and veterans, because removing financial barriers reduces inequity and enables recipients to focus on training and integration without economic strain.
  • Relationship-Based Training and Dog-Led Matching
    methodology: relationship_based_training
    By using humane, relationship-based training and allowing the dog’s natural affinity to guide recipient matching, the organization improves bonding and long-term success, because mutual emotional connection enhances reliability, trust, and adaptability in service performance.
  • Volunteer-Driven Puppy Raising with Full Cost Coverage
    methodology: cost_coverage_volunteer_model
    By covering all direct care costs while relying on volunteers for time and transportation in puppy raising, the organization expands capacity and community ownership, because removing financial barriers for volunteers enables broader participation and sustained engagement in foundational training.