Service dog trainers do not usually pay much attention to leashes. However, a leash is a simple but important piece of training equipment that all
Four Tips for Teaching Alerts
There are many different kinds of service dog tasks that involve alerting. Service dogs working with people with PTSD are often trained to alert to
Supporting Teams as They Venture Back Into a Post-Pandemic World
People with disabilities have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Both dogs and handlers have been more isolated and are likely
Addressing Stress in Public Access Training
Service dogs need to behave calmly in restaurants, in supermarkets, on public transportation and in various other complex environments. They need to
At-Home-Only Service Dogs
A common challenge that service dog trainers encounter is a person with a disability who has selected a dog for service work that is not suited for
Preparing Service Dogs to Work in Tight Spaces
Working with a service dog in a small space is challenging. Store aisles can have objects and food on low shelves that are tempting for a dog to
Teaching Brace and Balance: Important Considerations
Dog trainers are often asked to train service dogs to help a person balance when walking or getting up from a fall. The person may hold a harness the
Training Service Dogs to Pull
Service dogs need to pull to perform tasks like opening a door, opening a drawer, pulling a zipper and helping their owner take off a jacket. Pulling
Default Behaviors for Service Dogs
What do checking in with their owner, waiting at curbs, and lying down while their owner waits in line have in common? These are all examples of