Category: Service Dog
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Characteristics for Different Service Roles
Have you ever wondered what the key temperament differences are between various roles of service dogs? How does a guide dog differ from a hearing dog? Are mobility dogs characteristically the same as medical alert dogs? Where do psychiatric service dogs fit in? This article briefly answers these questions, and…
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A Typical Day as a Service Dog Trainer
Learn about the common roles assigned to trainers at service dog organizations. From kennel duty to obedience and task training, public access training, keeping records, and all sorts of client communications, service dog trainers have busy days filled with hands-on work as well as administrative tasks.
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2024 in Review!
Additions to our program, new working dogs and title holders – we’ve got a lot to be proud of this past year!
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The APAW Waiting List
“What number am I on your puppy waiting list?” This is a question I am frequently asked. The answer might not be as simple as you think…
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Tentative Litter Plans 2025
Litter plans needed to be shifted. New plans will still produce the same general sizes, temperament ranges and colors as originally planned, just with different pedigree combinations. Read on for all the details.
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Training Naked
Nearly any dog can learn off-leash reliability with gentle handling techniques. Here are 3 big handling mistakes many pet owners make, how trainers avoid these mistakes, and a couple of fun games you can play with your dog to build engagement.
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When is a Recall ‘Reliable’?
How to know if your dog’s recall is Reliable, what risks to consider before removing the leash, and a list of safety gear and precautions. Read on for tips to build reliability and some thoughts on the use of bribery phrases and why they ‘work’.
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Farm Dog and Other Titles
Locket and Marvel just earned their Farm Dog, Canine Good Citizen and Novice Trick titles! Learn what is entailed in each evaluation, and why I believe these simple titles are worth more than many give them credit for.
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ESA, Psych SD or Pet??
Which one do you need? This post will help you understand the differences between Emotional Support Animals (or Dogs), Psychiatric Service Dogs, and good ol’ fashioned pets. What they each can do and how to go about getting each type.
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2023 in Review!
Additions to our program, litters, new working dogs and title holders – we’ve got a lot to be proud of this past year!
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