Service Dog Training
Service Dog Training & Certification in Atlanta
We heard you Atlanta, GA! Peachtree Dog Training now offers service dog training and certification for area dog owners. If you’ve ever wanted to explore getting your puppy or dog trained to perform tasks in mental or physical support, now you can. Learn more about our programs and see if your dog’s temperament will make them a candidate for certification in service.
Certified service dog distinctions to know
A certified service dog is one that’s undergone comprehensive training in obedience and specific task work relating to mental, physical, or medical alert support. These dogs are calm in any scenario, possessing the ability to be undistracted by people, children, other dogs, or noise. As a result, these certified canines can go where other pets can’t, including public or privately owned settings.
Peachtree Dog Training is proud to offer service dog training and certification in mobility support and psychiatric support. We do not offer medical alert service dog training at this time.
Professional Service dog training programs
Explore our programs supporting both physical and mental health to see which might be best suited for your dog’s journey into service.
- Psychiatric training and certification for service dogs
This program focuses on handler’s who may need additional comfort and support throughout their daily lives, relating to mental health. For many, this might include anxiety and depression, as well as PTSD.
- Mobility training and certification for service dogs
This program prioritizes support for handlers who might be wheelchair bound or need more physical assistance in their daily activities. Dogs trained in mobility support will help with retrieving medications, opening doors, and picking up things.
NOTE: Dogs considered for the mobility certification program must meet weight and height requirements relating to their owners. Dogs should be 40% of their handler’s height and 50% of their weight.
What will my dog need to be able to do?
Ultimately, every dog enrolled in training for certified service work will be comprehensively instructed in the following areas:
- Fundamental obedience training
- Access testing in public
- Specific task work and training
What kind of tasks will my certified service dog be able to do?
Once your canine companion achieves certification as a service dog with us, he or she will be able to support you in a variety of ways. Rely on your fur pal:
- To recognize behavioral interruptions
- Block and cover in risk-averse situations
- To fetch and retrieve medications
- For deep pressure therapy relief
Get started with Peachtree Dog Training in Atlanta today!
Now that you have access to service dog training and certification in Atlanta, GA contact us to learn more!
Our qualified and professional service dog trainers will evaluate your dog to determine candidacy and program plans. Give us a call to get started.