Service dog in training

I don’t think people understand how great small dogs can be for service work. This is Journey. She is an allergen detection dog for her handler, Amanda. Prior to Journey, Amanda struggled with contamination risks, eating out, and feeling safe around food. They worked SO hard - attending all my classes, dropping in questions every day, and practicing every new thing I threw at them. And Journey loved it all! When Journey first started, she was a little reactive and nervous…

A comprehensive list of signs someone is lying about their service canine's credentials Curious if that little barking chihuahua in the airport is actually a service dog? Service dogs perform a variety of important tasks for people with...

If you are in need of a Service Dog but are unable to get one from an organization due to costs or other problems, here is a short guide on what to know when training your own Service Dog.

The most important stage of service dog training is the first... The dogs learn to be calm, confident, and resilient dogs, regardless of their jobs. They learn to be comfortable anywhere, to react to new things with curiosity or neutrality, and follow cues that keep them safe and respectable members of the community. This is the stage I see most folks rush through. Unfortunately, most regret that after a few months of struggling during adolescence and adulthood. ANY dog can benefit by wo...

December 2020 - The Department of Transportation (DOT) ​has changed its regulations to no longer allow Emotional Support Animals on flights.

Curious to know whether flying with a large dog in cabin is possible? My 65lb dog and I travel full time so let me break it down for you.