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Gateway to Canine Partnerships
Code of Conduct
UTAH NONPROFITS ASSOCIATION
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE
UNA STANDARDS OF ETHICS
Gateway to Canine Partnerships has passed a Board resolution and signed the original
Standards of Ethics Affirmation Statement.
By-Laws of Gateway to Canine Partnerships
Section 1 – Purposes and Responsibilities
1.1 Purposes. The purposes of the organization shall be the development and/or delivery of programs or services that promote the interaction of human and canine teams to:
- Assist individuals who are physically challenged and children in gaining greater independence and autonomy through the use of trained assistance dogs and to do so without adding an excessive financial burden to the individuals or their family.
- Train dogs to partner and provide assistance to individuals and children who are physically challenged.
- Provided such individuals and children with the necessary training and skills to handle and care for their canine partner's physical and emotional needs.
- Develop programs and training that takes advantage of the unique and powerful mental health benefits that canines can bring to disaster response.
- Develop implement and promote programs that enrich relationships between canines and individuals.
- Provide kennel facilities for the purposes of supporting the service /assistance dog program.
1.2 Responsibilities. In addition to its other responsibilities stated herein, the organization shall serve as the employer of all the organization's employees, shall have responsibility for its own financial condition and organize its activities consistent with its tax exempt status in conformity with all local, state and federal laws and regulations.
