Service & Therapy Dog Training
Training a service or therapy dog requires time, consistency, and a training plan built around the needs of both the dog and the person they will be working with. These programs go beyond basic obedience and require careful consideration of the dog's temperament, behavior, abilities, and suitability for the work. I provide individualized training programs designed around each team's specific goals, recognizing that no two dogs or handlers will have exactly the same needs.
What to Know Before Getting Started:
I have worked with a variety of dogs, breeds, and temperaments to develop the skills needed for different service and therapy work. Each dog and handler has unique needs, and I tailor training to focus on the specific tasks, behaviors, and skills required for their goals.
✓ Private Consultation Required: A one on one consultation is required before enrolling in service or therapy dog training.
✓ Customized Training Plan: Each program is designed around the needs of the dog and the person they will be working with.
✓ Individual Assessment: The consultation helps evaluate the dog's temperament, current skills, behavior, and suitability for the intended role.
✓ Specialized Training: Training may include obedience, focus around distractions, appropriate public behavior, and specific tasks or skills depending on the dog's purpose.
✓ Long Term Commitment: Training typically takes more than one year, depending on the dog's progress and the complexity of the required skills.
✓ Consistent Practice: Progress requires ongoing work, reinforcement, and consistency outside of training sessions.
✓ Significant Financial Investment: Specialized training is a substantial investment, and total costs depend on the individual training plan and skills required.
✓ Individualized Pricing: Because each program is customized, pricing and expected costs are discussed during the initial consultation rather than offered as a standard six week course.
Schedule a private consultation to discuss your goals, your dog's needs, the expected training commitment, and anticipated costs. From there, I can help determine whether the program is a good fit and outline a potential path forward.