Topaz Assistance Dogs

Topaz Assistance Dogs Topaz Assistance Dogs is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization that places highly skilled Assistance Do

Topaz Assistance Dogs is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization that places highly skilled Assistance Dogs for Individuals with Epilepsy, Type-1 Diabetes, Mobility-Related Disabilities and Children on the Autism Spectrum.

Warmest Holiday wishes from everyone at Topaz Assistance Dogs! 🎄 As the year draws to a close, we’re overflowing with gr...
12/26/2025

Warmest Holiday wishes from everyone at Topaz Assistance Dogs! 🎄 As the year draws to a close, we’re overflowing with gratitude for the families we have the privilege to serve, and for the volunteers, donors, and community members who make our mission possible. Because of your support, we are able to train and place life-changing service dogs and continue building a future filled with opportunity, independence, and hope. Thank you for walking alongside us and believing in the work we do. Here’s to a joyous, peaceful Holiday season and a bright new year ahead ✨🐾

Our fall harvest is brimming with promise and possibilities! 🍂 These little pumpkins are growing into gourd-geous future...
11/02/2025

Our fall harvest is brimming with promise and possibilities! 🍂 These little pumpkins are growing into gourd-geous future service dogs, each destined to make a life-changing impact. Three will stay with us here at Topaz Assistance Dogs, while five will continue their journey with partner programs nationwide. Autumn is the perfect time to celebrate change, growth, and gratitude. 🍁✨ Want to help our pups along the way? Take a peek at our puppy wishlist here: https://a.co/7DT7Jup 🐾

Have you heard the BUZZ? 🐝Miss Honey is starting the new school year at Autism Collier Charter School 🧩—and she’s ready ...
08/11/2025

Have you heard the BUZZ? 🐝
Miss Honey is starting the new school year at Autism Collier Charter School 🧩—and she’s ready to help this hive of learners bee-lieve in themselves every day! 💛🐾

As a facility dog, Miss Honey is specially trained to work alongside Educators and Therapists to support students with autism. She helps create a calmer, more welcoming learning environment by:
✨ Providing comfort during stressful moments and helping students regulate emotions and navigate big feelings
✨ Promoting positive social interactions with peers and building communication skills
✨ Guiding students through transitions and changes in routine with confidence
✨ Offering quiet companionship that helps reduce sensory overwhelm
✨ Increasing engagement and participation during school activities

Miss Honey is here to make every student feel seen, valued, and supported—turning the school year into something truly sweet. 🍯🐾

We’re beary excited to announce a cuddly new collaboration! 🧸🐾 Teddy the Autism Service Dog met Benny, the adorable tedd...
06/09/2025

We’re beary excited to announce a cuddly new collaboration! 🧸🐾 Teddy the Autism Service Dog met Benny, the adorable teddy bear mascot from Beverly’s Angels and it was friendship at first sight!

We’re partnering with Beverly’s Angels, a compassionate local nonprofit, to bring personalized comfort baskets to our child clients and their parents during Team Training this July! These baskets will be filled with encouragement, warmth, and thoughtful touches to help support families as they begin the journey with their life-changing service dogs.

And bear with us…because this is just the beginning! Even more kindness-filled projects are snuggled into the future ❤️

Six months ago, COCO entered the world of one little girl — and in the softest way, began to rewrite her story without l...
04/14/2025

Six months ago, COCO entered the world of one little girl — and in the softest way, began to rewrite her story without limitations. 📖
Not with loud gestures,
but with devoted paws, tender eyes,
and a love that asked nothing, but gave everything. 🐾

Her family writes:
“One of the most surprising gifts of having Coco is the way she’s helped our daughter connect with the world. Her presence draws people in — we’ve had more positive, curious, respectful interactions with strangers than ever before. Coco helps people see our daughter for who she really is. That quiet bridge has changed our daily life.
Coco has transformed our daughter’s world. She sleeps better, is more independent, and engages in public in ways we never thought possible. Most of all, she feels safe and seen. Coco is her steady, silent anchor — and her bridge to the world.
This experience has changed our lives, and we are deeply grateful.”

Coco didn’t just change their daughter’s world —
she changed the way they all see it. 🌎

This is the heart of Topaz Assistance Dogs —
the power of a dog who simply understands,
who allows a child to be exactly who they are,
and gently shows the world how to see them too. 🩵🌈

Imagine feeling overwhelmed by sights, sounds, or emotions…For many Autistic individuals, anxiety, sensory overload, or ...
04/12/2025

Imagine feeling overwhelmed by sights, sounds, or emotions…
For many Autistic individuals, anxiety, sensory overload, or dysregulation can be a nearly constant struggle. That’s where Deep Pressure Therapy (DPT) can be incredibly beneficial — a calming technique that uses firm, gentle pressure to help soothe the nervous system.

Our Topaz Assistance Dogs are specially trained to offer this kind of physical support. Like a weighted blanket, they may lay across a lap, rest their head on a chest, or gently lean into a body — providing grounding, safety, and calm in moments that just feel too big.

To the outside world, it might look like snuggles.
To the child, it feels like relief. 🩵

For many of the children we serve, this isn’t just helpful — it’s absolutely life-changing. ✨

Here, we embrace neurodiversity and honor each child’s unique sensory needs. Deep Pressure Therapy is just one of the many meaningful ways our dogs help children feel supported, stay regulated, and grow more connected to the world around them. 🌎

This Autism Acceptance Month — and every month — we celebrate the power of that connection. ✋🏼🐾

Not all who wander are lost, but about 1 in 4 children with autism who wander are missing long enough to cause significa...
04/08/2025

Not all who wander are lost, but about 1 in 4 children with autism who wander are missing long enough to cause significant concern. Of those who elope, 65% have had a close call with traffic, and 24% were at risk of drowning.

For Lincoln’s family, this wasn’t just a statistic — it was their daily reality. They implemented extensive safety measures: door alarms, GPS trackers, special locks, and behavioral strategies — doing everything they could to keep him safe in his own environment.

Then came Rupee, Lincoln’s Topaz Assistance Dog. Trained to track and locate Lincoln swiftly when all else fails, Rupee provides peace of mind that goes beyond other interventions — a loyal companion who ensures that even if Lincoln wanders, he will always be found. 🦮🐾🩵

April is Autism Awareness Month, but awareness is just the first step—true impact comes from embracing acceptance and in...
04/02/2025

April is Autism Awareness Month, but awareness is just the first step—true impact comes from embracing acceptance and inclusion.

Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing stories of our incredible client families and the life-changing Topaz Assistance Dogs who help make their world more accessible. 🦮🌎

Follow along and join us in creating a world that celebrates those on the spectrum—not just this month, but every day. 🩵💙

🌟 Join Us for an Unforgettable Evening! 🌟We’re thrilled to invite you to Topaz Assistance Dogs’ 2024 Graduation Ceremony...
11/16/2024

🌟 Join Us for an Unforgettable Evening! 🌟

We’re thrilled to invite you to Topaz Assistance Dogs’ 2024 Graduation Ceremony—a time to celebrate the incredible partnerships formed between extraordinary children and their dedicated service dogs. 🧩🦮

📅 When: Saturday, December 14, 2024
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM
🎩 Attire: Semiformal
🍽️ What to Expect: A delightful dinner and an evening filled with joy and connection.

🎟️ Seats are limited! This is a ticketed event, so don’t wait—reserve yours today: bit.ly/Topaz2024Graduation

This special evening is all about honoring the incredible journeys of our graduating teams. Join us to witness the profound impact these service dogs have made in the lives of the children they serve.

💙 Sponsorship Opportunities: We’re still seeking a few generous sponsors to help make this magical evening even more impactful. If you’re interested, please reach out!

We look forward to celebrating this inspiring night with you! 🎓

💙🌍 Today is World Kindness Day! 🌍💙At Topaz Assistance Dogs, kindness is truly at the heart of everything we do. Every da...
11/13/2024

💙🌍 Today is World Kindness Day! 🌍💙

At Topaz Assistance Dogs, kindness is truly at the heart of everything we do. Every day, we see it in the bonds between our clients and their dogs, the dedication of our volunteers, and the unwavering support from our community. Each act of kindness creates a ripple effect, touching lives in ways we may not always see but that are always deeply appreciated.

For someone with a disability, kindness is the unconditional support of a service dog, the empathy of a compassionate community, and the generosity of people like you who make it all possible.

Join us in spreading kindness! Whether through a donation, sharing our mission, volunteering, or simply showing a little extra compassion to those around you. Your kindness changes lives.

Together, we can make the world a brighter, kinder place! 🌈

📚🎒 As the school bells ring in a new academic year, let’s remember that every student deserves a warm welcome and the ch...
08/13/2024

📚🎒 As the school bells ring in a new academic year, let’s remember that every student deserves a warm welcome and the chance to shine!✨ Our service dogs are ready to support their amazing partners, helping them navigate new challenges with confidence. 🦮🐾Here’s to a fantastic school year brimming with kindness and inclusion! 💛🌟

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Dallas, TX

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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