Life Changing
Service dogs,
Therapy dogs, and
Elite Family Companions

Rolling Meadows Academy rescues dogs from a variety of situations and trains them as Elite Family Companions, Therapy Dogs, and Service Dogs. With 30 years of experience, we have placed close to 600 dogs in all 50 states, and even internationally. We specialize in matching and training dogs for each individual’s needs, desires, and lifestyle.

Our Programs

Family Companion

An elite family companion is perfect for anyone who wants a dog but does not have the time or patience to raise a puppy. These are the perfect companions for nearly anyone!

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Therapy Dog

Our therapy dogs are trained to provide comfort and happiness to people. Many of our clients volunteer with their therapy dog in their local community.

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Service Dog

Service dogs are specially trained to perform tasks to help people with disabilities. We specialize in training dogs for psychiatric, mobility, autism, and seizure response.

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Meet Our Available Dogs

Lilly

Lilly is very affectionate and loves being with her people. She has a lot of training potential!

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Atlas

Atlas is an absolute sweetheart! He is intelligent, with a calm demeanor and forms a strong bond with his person.

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Gus

Gus is a beautiful doodle with a hypoallergenic coat. He would be a perfect fit for a more active family/person!

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Sadie

Sadie is a huge love. She adores people, and she loves endlessly retrieving toys during playtime.

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Hunter

Hunter is very outgoing and avtive pup, perfect for a more active family! He loves to play and adores belly rubs.

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Tobias

Tobias is a very intelligent and loving dog. He adores playtime, training, and any activity that involves his people!

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Chia

Chia is an adorable girl! She loves being with her people, going on adventures in car rides, and meeting new people.

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Stark

Stark is a sweet boy with lots of energy. He would make an amazing exercise partner to get you out of the house.

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Tootsie

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Barbara Simpson

Co-founder

Barbara founded Rolling Meadows with her late husband, Allen, in 1994.
Barbara has numerous accomplishments and certifications as a dog trainer and dog sport competitor in her 30-year career.
As much success as Barbara has had with dogs, her natural gift is with people. She profoundly understands her clients' specific needs, personalities, and desires. Her compassion for both people and dogs has resulted in an unparalleled set of programs combining her love for people and rescuing dogs.

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Success Stories

Indea & Laila

Laila, a service dog, has been with Indea through young adulthood. Through college, international travel, and medical treatments!

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Kevin & Maverick

Maverick is a certified therapy dog and the ultimate companion for his family. He loves pets, treats, and people!

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Pam & Heidi

Pam has known Barbara a long time, having had 3 dogs trained by her. Heidi was recently placed as an elite family companion!

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Tracy & Sam

Nervous about getting their first dog, Sam’s family found Rolling Meadows. He proved to be an amazing family companion!

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Amy & Sandy

Sandy is a servce dog for cerebral palsy. She is the best companion for Amy and her daughter at home and an amazing working dog!

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Dan & Daisy

Daisy, a service dog, accompanies Dan everywhere, from walking the streets of Manhattan to cruising around in a motorcycle sidecar through Florida.

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Amanda & Keno

Keno has traveled the world with Amanda, and is a remarkable companion. He spreads a lot of love and happiness!

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Donna & Delilah

Delilah is a wonderful dog for her family. They did not expect a Great Dane, but trusted Barbara and are absolutely in love with her.

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James & Skiff

Skiff, a service dog, has positively impacted hi family and person. It was a journey to find each other, but very worth it!

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