Key Takeaways Professional service dog training typically takes 18-24 months and costs between $15,000-$30,000 for comprehensive programs Training includes four core phases: basic obedience, task-specific skills, public access training, and handler-team preparation Only dogs trained to perform specific disability-related tasks qualify as service animals under the Americans with Disabilities Act Reputable training organizations follow Assistance […]
Read MoreIf you’re researching how to get a dog service trained, chances are you or someone you love may be navigating a medical, mobility, or psychological challenge. Service dogs can profoundly change a person’s daily life—offering stability, safety, and independence for people with a physical or mental impairment. In particular, a service dog is trained to […]
Read MoreFor many people living with disabilities, a service dog provides more than companionship—it offers independence, safety, and confidence in daily life. Whether assisting with mobility, guiding the visually impaired, or helping manage mental health disorders, service dogs are trained to perform specific tasks that support their handler’s needs. But how exactly do you train a […]
Read MoreWhen people hear the phrase dog training for service, they often think of dogs in vests walking calmly beside their handler. But what makes a service dog different from pets, therapy dogs, or emotional support animals? The answer lies in extensive training and the ability to perform specific tasks that directly support a person’s disability. […]
Read MoreWhen people search for service dog train resources, they’re usually looking for helpful information on how service dogs are trained, what tasks they can perform, and how they differ from therapy dogs or emotional support animals. Service dogs play a critical role in the daily lives of disabled individuals, offering independence, confidence, and life-changing support. […]
Read MoreEarlier today Genesis Assistance Dogs, Inc. welcomed this little charmer into the family. He will be heading to his new home tomorrow morning with his initial puppy raising family, the Eagles. He is so cute, so cuddly, so very smart – but he needs a name. The most important task at hand is finding the […]
Read MoreOnce again Genesis Assistance Dogs, Inc. is happy to announce it’s participation in the Great Give 2017 of Palm Beach and Martin Counties. Great Give Palm Beach & Martin Counties is a 24-hour online giving event designed to raise as much money as possible for local nonprofits in a single day. This community-wide event celebrates […]
Read MoreGenesis Assistance Dogs, Inc. hopes that you have had the Happiest of Holidays and are eagerly anticipating the arrival of 2017!! We’ve stayed very busy throughout 2016; continuing Iggy and Eagle’s training in addition to welcoming new puppy Lake to the family and beginning his training process. We are so excited to see what awaits […]
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