Imagine a life where your disability doesn't hold you back. Service dogs make that possible. They're more than trained animals – they're your partners in independence.

What Service Dogs Offer:

• Renewed Independence: Navigate your world with confidence and freedom.
• Unwavering Support: Enjoy constant companionship and emotional stability.
• Enhanced Safety: Receive critical medical alerts and assistance in emergencies.
• Increased Social Connection: Feel included and connected to your community.

How They Help:

• Independence & Empowerment:
  • Help with daily tasks: retrieving items, opening doors, and providing support.
  • Offer stability and balance for mobility issues.
• Safety & Security:
  • Provide medical alerts for seizures, low blood sugar, and allergies.
• Confidence & Courage:
  • Boost your sense of security and confidence.
  • Inspire courage to overcome challenges.
• Connection & Well-being:
  • Offer companionship and reduce isolation.
  • Reduce stress and anxiety with their calming presence.
  • Help bridge communication gaps.
  • Provide structured routines, beneficial for autism and PTSD.

Service dogs aren't just about tasks; they're about restoring hope and empowering you to live life to the fullest.

• Training:
  • Service Dogs needs ongoing training to adapt to your needs
  • Be ready to actively participate and practice daily

• Cost:
  • Expect expenses for vet care, food, gear, and training
  • Consider pet insurance and save an emergency fund
• Choosing Your Dog: 
  
  • Breed matters! Think about size, temperament, and tasks needed
  • We recommend Labs, Goldens, Standard Poodles, and Collies 
• Lifestyle Changes:
  
  • Your dog will be with you everywhere
  • Enjoy the benefits, but be prepared for more attention from others
  • Help bridge communication gaps.
• Planning Ahead: 
  • Have a backup plan for emergency care and a retirement plan for your dog
  • Build a support network. We're here to help you succeed and build a strong partnership.
• Tasks:
  • Clearly define the tasks your dog needs to do

Unlike some programs, we do not have puppies available. We can help suggest suitable breeds for your service dog needs and may offer breeder recommendations. Our program focuses on training, which allows us to offer lower pricing as puppy purchase and initial care are your responsibility.

Our program helps you and your dog become a strong service team. We cover everything from basic training to advanced skills, so you're ready for any situation.

• Learn obedience and public access skills.
• Test your skills through industry-recognized tests.
• Train for real-world environments and personalized tasks.
• Understand your federally protected civil rights and learn to advocate for your team.
• Get education for your at-home support team.

Program Details:

• Dogs are encouraged to start as young as at 8 weeks old.
• 18-24 months of training
• Cost: $9,000-15,000

Build a confident, independent life with your service dog. Contact us today!

This is where the real fun (and work!) starts. We'll guide you and your dog through a comprehensive training program that includes:

• High Level of Obedience: We'll teach you and your dog essential communication skills that go extensively beyond the basic commands of sit, stay, come, down, and heel. Leash management, reading body language,
• Socialization: We'll expose your dog to different people, animals, and environments to help them learn to stay calm and confident in any situation.
• Task Training: We'll train you and your dog to perform specific tasks to assist you. This might include things like scent based alerts, retrieving objects, helping with daily chores, or providing balance, there's not much a service dog can't do!
• Public Access: We'll help your team learn how to behave appropriately in public places, so your dog can confidently accompany you wherever you go. Including how to advocate for your team professionally through questions, comments, and challenging situations.
• Caretakers Education: Caretakers or guardians are encouraged and welcome to attend classes to learn the basic skills of being part of your service dog support team. They often get left out of other programs; yet play a vital role in this journey.

Remember, training is a journey, and we're here to support you every step of the way!