DogAbility is an innovative program where parents, schools, agencies and therapeutic professionals send individuals and/or groups by appointment during the week and on weekends. The sessions at DogAbility are designed to meet a participant’s needs. We work with participants of all ages and all abilities.
A participant is a child or an adult who is registered to engage with our dogs during sessions. You can register for either private or group sessions. You may form your own group - or join as an individual in one of our pre-scheduled group sessions.
Individual Sessions
These are private sessions conducted with a participant and one or two of our gentle dogs. Participants engage in one-on-one experiences which might involve either a sedentary or active visit.
Private sessions last from 45 minutes to one-hour long.
Group Sessions
These are sessions conducted with 6 or more participants and a variety of dogs. Participants engage in one-on-one and group experiences which might involve either a sedentary or active visit.
Group sessions are one-hour long.
Organizations that have sent groups to DogAbility sessions
Fees:
PRIVATE SESSIONS = $75 per session
SEMI-PRIVATE SESSIONS = $125 for 2 participants / $150 for 3 participants
GROUPS = $30 per participant
SENIOR DISCOUNT = $25 per participant
DogAbility is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization approved for reimbursement of self-directed funds through OPWDD.
Email us to schedule a private or group session. Our weekends book up quickly, so please plan ahead.
Comments from participants:
"We had a GREAT time yesterday. You run a great place with amazing volunteers. Thank you for having us and we look forward to seeing you again soon." ~ Suzy S / Group Leader
"Went there on Saturday and my son had an amazing time." ~ Rebecca K
"Great program and mission." ~ Susan W
"DogAbility is the greatest place my son ever went to play. He is a changed boy. These dogs connect with your soul." ~ Teri S
"My son Matthew was there with his class today and I just wanted to thank you all for such a wonderful experience for my son, and what a wonderful program that you run. Thank you very much!" ~ Valla P
"I just wanted to thank you for a great afternoon. Eddie really enjoyed himself. Thank You!" ~ Jessica P
"Thank you for allowing us to come. It was a great experience for our students and staff." ~ Carol C / Group Leader
"Thank you for an amazing session yesterday. Aden and Ella had the best time. Aden actually cried during the session asking for a dog, and Ella went to bed crying that she missed Penny so much. You are definitely doing amazing things at DogAbility. " ~ Andrea S
"My grandkids had such a great time at their last visit. They would like to come to DogAbility again." ~ Jean M
"I just wanted to thank you (and the volunteers and of course the dogs) for Saturday! The students and I had a blast. In fact, we were wondering if we could schedule another session before the semester ends." ~ Helene S
"Thank you so much Vicki and Sass for a fabulous day today! Smiles all around! Great big thank you to all the dogs and their handlers for volunteering their time!!!" ~ Carol C
Monday to Friday - 10 am to 6 pm
Saturday - 10 am to 5 pm
By appointment only
Contact Us:
516-387-0066
We are located on the property of:
Presbyterian Church of Sweet Hollow 95 Old Country Road Melville, NY 11747
PO Box 7437, Hicksville, NY 11802-7437
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