No cookie cutter programs here. Just practical, positive training& behavior modification solutions that work for you and your dog.
A service dog is a dog that has been individually trained to perform a task for an individual with a disability. The task that the dog performs must be related to the person\\\'s disability.
Emotional support Animals (ESAs) provide comfort to individuals suffering from anxiety, stress or other mental health concerns, and help them deal with challenges that might otherwise compromise their quality of life.
Therapy dogs provide relief to individuals to those in facility settings, or to individuals who require comfort with dealing emotional, or physical problems. Unlike Emotional Support Animals, therapy dogs do not require a prescription from a healthcare professional.
Dog obedience training helps dog owners understand the fundamentals of dog behaviour to bond better with their canine friend.
Research shows that mental stimulation is important in keeping dogs happy and engaged. It helps to build confidence, alleviate boredom and reduce destructive behaviours.
Obedience training is a great way to build a strong bond with your dog. Training helps build mutual understanding, confidence and trust in both dogs and owners, which are key components of a positive and rewarding human-dog relationship.
While you may believe that your dog is already well-behaved, it is important to understand that training is not solely for dogs with existing behavioural challenges. Dog behaviour naturally evolves over time, and many owners begin to experience behavioural issues as their dog matures, typically between one and three years of age. The most effective approach is to begin training as early as possible, before any issues arise. This allows owners to acquire the necessary skills to anticipate and address potential problems, preventing undesirable behaviours from developing. For this reason, we strongly recommend completing a basic obedience course at the earliest opportunity, rather than waiting to address one issue at a time. It is important to remember that it is never too late to start training – in fact, the oldest dog we have successfully trained was 14 years old. Additionally, our training sessions provide a wonderful opportunity for your dog to socialise with others in the class, helping them build positive relationships with their canine peers.
Assistance Dogs Amercia is a non-profit dedicated to training service dogs for individuals with mobility disabilities and facility dogs for professionals using animal-assisted therapy in their full-time roles. We are proudly accredited by Assistance Dogs International and members of Animal Assisted Intervention International, ensuring the highest standards in our training and services.
RESPECT: We uphold respect for all people and assistance dogs by embedding care, empathy, and emotional safety through our treatment and interactions.
INTEGRITY: We are a non-profit, member and community-driven organization that holds ourselves accountable for exceeding expectations and being honest in our words and actions.
EXCELLENCE: We are committed to excellent practices and excellent standards to maintain and exemplify the highest quality of services and ethical practices.
INNOVATION: We are dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of our global community through open-mindedness, curiosity, and continuous learning to do what we do better.
COLLABORATION: We work together in relationships based on mutual trust with everyone dedicated to creating a better future for people in partnership with assistance dogs.
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