Please note that RAD Assistance Dogs is no longer taking on clients and will shortly close.



We want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has supported RAD over the years – thanks to you, we’ve been able to help a huge number of people living with a long-term mental health condition and/or autism to train and handle their own life-changing assistance dog.


If you are a former client with a question about how RAD’s closure impacts you, please email dtm@radassistancedogs.org.uk. You can also access training resources on RAD’s Client Area.


If you are a business, please note that although RAD Assistance Dogs is no longer training partnerships, some of our former clients who are working at a high standard may continue to use their RAD Assistance Dogs vest. Should a dog in a RAD vest visit your business, please follow the guidance on our Information for businesses page and act accordingly.


If you are looking to train or apply for an assistance dog, please explore the guidance on the ADUK website.



  • RAD Assistance Dogs, January 2026


We empower our clients with the skills to train their own life-changing assistance dog


RAD Assistance Dogs is a Leicestershire-based charity that supports clients living with a long-term mental health condition and/or autism to train and handle their own assistance dog.


If you’re wondering where to start when it comes to understanding our organisation, you’re in the right place.


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