Beyond Limits: Expanding the Horizon for Service Dogs
Advocating for Change in Canadian Healthcare
Led by Dr. Louis Bourget and expert trainer Bill Grimmer, we’re working to transform how medical scent detection dogs are integrated into healthcare settings. Our experience across Gander, Dartmouth, and Truro demonstrates the profound impact these dogs can have on patient care.
Understanding the Need for Change
Creating Positive Change
Our Advocacy Efforts
Legislative Reform
“Working with policymakers to update service dog legislation to include medical scent detection dogs and broaden access rights in healthcare settings.”
Public Education
“Sharing success stories and research data to demonstrate the impact of medical scent dogs on patient care and surgical outcomes.”
Healthcare Collaboration
“Partnering with medical facilities to develop protocols for integrating service dogs into clinical settings.”
Learning from
Global Leaders
Working alongside organizations like Medical Detection Dogs UK, we’re bringing international best practices to Atlantic Canada. Their successful integration of medical scent dogs into healthcare settings provides a proven model for Canadian facilities.
Dr. Bourget’s Experience
Dr. Bourget has personally encountered challenges in navigating the current service dog legislation. Despite Finley’s extensive training and clear role in supporting patients, access to certain healthcare facilities and public spaces has been restricted due to outdated policies. These experiences have fueled his passion for advocacy and his commitment to creating a more inclusive future for service dogs and their handlers.
Current Service Dog Legislation
Commitment to Inclusivity
Restricted Access due to outdated policies
Support for Patients
Advocacy for Change
Finley's Gallery
Updates and Events
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