Glucodogs, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping people living with Type 1 Diabetes. Today, more than 2.2 million Americans are managing this disease, with thousands more diagnosed each year. Our mission is to make daily life easier through the partnership of highly trained service dogs.

Founded in 2012 by Erin McWilliams, a lifelong Type 1 Diabetic and dog trainer, and her husband John McWilliams, a retired K9 Handler and Department of Defense–certified Animal Behavior Specialist, Glucodogs brings nearly three decades of experience in raising and training service dogs. Over the years, we’ve successfully placed Diabetic Alert, PTSD, and Mobility Service Dogs with individuals and families in need. We’ve also proudly partnered with The Seeing Eye in Morristown, NJ to retrain dogs into skilled Diabetic Alert Service Dogs.

Looking ahead, Glucodogs will launch a new training model in 2026. Instead of only placing fully trained dogs, we’ll offer:

• Remote learning courses for Type 1 Diabetics

• Guided private lessons to train your own Diabetic Alert Dog

• Online resources, including training supplies, aids, and manuals

With these programs, we aim to make service dog support more accessible and affordable for the growing Type 1 community. Stay tuned for updates on our website and social media.