About Us
The mission behind mandys angels
Imagine a world where a simple wag of a tail can prevent a diabetic emergency. Our non-profit organization is dedicated to making that world a reality by providing life-saving diabetic alert dogs to those in need.
“And God said, I will send them without wings so no one suspects they are Angels”
Our story
mandy & milo Grier
Mandy’s Angels Diabetic Service Dogs Incorporated was founded in honor of Amanda “Mandy” Grier who passed away on February 22, 2019 from type 1 diabetes. In the honor of Amanda “Mandy” Grier and her overwhelming generosity her family created “Mandy’s Angels” to not only honor her memory but to provide children living with type 1 diabetes an alert dog. Mandy received Mylo and her life was immediately changed for the better. As a Diabetic Alert Dog, Mylo not only gave her irreplaceable companionship and independence but lifesaving changes as well. She prevented hospitalizations and helped improve her overall health and the quality of her life. Mylo’s presence in Mandy’s life afforded her opportunities that she otherwise never would have known. Mandy’s Angels Diabetic Service Dogs Incorporated is a non profit organization that donates a trained diabetic service dog to children with Type 1 Diabetes. By donating you are providing an opportunity for a child to have a Diabetic Alert Dog and change their life as Mandy’s was.
Make a difference
We need your help
Mandy’s Angels Diabetic Service Dogs Incorporated is a volunteer inspired and volunteer run organization. We depend on donations and grants to provide all of our services to the individuals interested in acquiring a Diabetic Alert Dog. You can direct your donation(s) to support our general operations, the Mandy’s Angels Diabetic Service Dogs Incorporated Fund. All donations and help is greatly appreciated as you are playing an incredible role in providing potential life saving opportunities for the children battling Diabetes. Be the difference in our young leaders lives.
Fill out Preliminary form
This form allows us to ensure that we are able to provide you with the best dog that accurately matches your lifestyle along with assessing if you properly qualify to be a recipient.
Await for response
Once approved by our team and Diabetic Alert Dogs of America, we will reach out to you with confirmation that you were chosen by our team and Diabetic Alert Dogs of America to be a recipient.
Receive your angel
Upon acceptance we will provide the payment of $20,000 to Diabetic Alert Dogs of America so that you may receive your Diabetic Alert Dog free of charge. The team of Diabetic Dogs of America will take over communications and ensure the delivery of your diabetic alert dog.
Our process
A simple yet remarkably
effective process
This approach combines simplicity with effectiveness, in streamlining our efforts to provide applicants an opportunity to receive a response in a timely fashion. We work diligently with Diabetic Alert Dogs of America to match your application with the appropriate diabetic alert dog that matches your lifestyle, if accepted.
Over 5+ Current recipients
And searching for more individuals to receive their guardian angel
Take the first step today
get the peace of mind you deserve
Apply now for your Diabetic Alert Dogs and send in an application today! If you’re looking to make a difference in a Childs future than send in a donation to help us continue our mission in providing Diabetic Alert Dogs to our children of the future.
frequently asked questions
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What is a diabetic alert dog?
Diabetic Alert Dogs are trained to alert diabetic owners in advance of low (hypoglycemia) or high (hyperglycemia) blood sugar events before they become dangerous. That way their handlers can take steps to return their blood sugar to normal such as using glucose sweets or taking insulin. A Diabetic Alert Dog is specifically trained to react to the chemical change produced by blood sugar highs and lows. Diabetic Alert Dogs can provide emotional security and a sense of balance for individuals and for those who have loved ones with diabetes. They can help you lead a more confident and independent lifestyle.
How does a diabetic alert dog work
Our bodies are a unique makeup of organic chemicals – all of which have very specific smells. Low and high blood sugar levels, or hypoglycemia/ hyperglycemia, release chemicals in the body that have a distinct odor that is undetectable by humans. Our training process positively motivates these dogs to alert when these odors are detected.
How does the process work for acquiring a Diabetic Alert Dog?
The first step in acquiring a Diabetic Alert Service Dog, is to fill out our free online application, located on the top right hand corner of our homepage. Within 48 hours of submitting your application, a representative will contact you. When you are ready to move forward with our program, we will E-mail you our Diabetic Alert Dog purchase agreement to review. Once you return the purchase agreement along with your deposit, the dog match process begins!
We will start with providing you with a specific dog match based on your requests, lifestyle, and personality. We will show you photos and biographies of dogs that meet our strict evaluations that are a good match for your lifestyle. Once you have selected your perfect match, we will provide you with an estimated timeframe for delivery and home lessons. A scent collection kit will be shipped to you containing everything you need in order to collect your high and low BG samples. That way we may use your specific scent to train your specific dog. Your new Diabetic Alert Dog will complete our world class training program and become a graduate of the best service dog training program in America. Lastly, a Certified Service Dog Trainer will personally deliver your new Diabetic Alert Dog to your home. We will work side-by-side with you for a minimum of two days. Our in-home delivery and home lessons help assure the transition process is as easy as possible. Our Certified Trainers will not leave your home until you are comfortable and ready to begin your life with a new service dog.
How old are the service dogs?
This depends on the dog’s maturity level. We believe in waiting until our dogs are at least four months old to start our training program. We base age requirements on years of research that have shown us that young puppies prior to four months old are not capable of successfully completing an intensive service dog training program.
How long does it take to get a dog?
The timeframe for home placement varies depending on the dog’s successful completion of our intensive training program. Our current average timeframe is approximately six months. Each dog works and learns at it’s own pace, which ultimately factors into estimating a placement wait time.
Do you provide a guarantee?
Our dogs come with a training guarantee for the entire working life of the dog. Our intensive training program is the best in the world and we are 100% confident that you will be satisfied with our training and service.
What is included with my service dog?
All necessary equipment including:
- service vest
- service dog identification card
- public service certificate
- training dog collar
- standard flat buckle service dog dog collar
- -coupler dog lead
- 6ft standard dog lead
- bag of dog training treats
- sample bag of dog food
- dog training and information manual
- veterinarian records
- tote bag
- waste bags
- waste holder
- tie down cable
- used test strip sealed container
What do I do if I have questions after delivery?
We pride ourselves on client satisfaction and are committed to your support throughout the entire lifetime of your dog. You will have access to our staff members, who will be able to answer all of your questions and assure that you are 100% satisfied.
