When working with owner-trainers, service dog trainers may unfortunately find that clients have chosen a dog who is not appropriate to train for public access work. In some cases, the dog may be able …
Four Strategies for Service Dog Handlers When Encountering a Reactive Dog
With more locations becoming pet-friendly, service dog handlers are having more encounters with reactive dogs. Moreover, some service dogs themselves are selected inappropriately, and display reactive …
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Behavior Problems in Service Dog Candidates
One of the most difficult aspects of service dog work is trying to determine whether a behavior problem is something that can be addressed successfully or whether to career-change the service dog …
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Retiring a Service Dog: How Trainers Can Help
Retiring a service dog is an emotional topic for service dog handlers. Trainers can make a big difference in preparing and supporting handlers and their partners through this transition. Assessing …
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Behavior Problems and Service Dog Candidates
I often receive inquiries from people with dogs with behavior problems asking if we can address the behavior problem and train the dog to become a service dog that works in public access. Certainly, …
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