A Psychiatric Service Dog is a highly trained service animal that supports individuals with psychiatric disabilities. These dogs are specifically trained to execute tasks that assist in managing symptoms associated with conditions such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other mental health disorders. Unlike emotional support animals, psychiatric service dogs perform work-related tasks that directly alleviate the impact of a disability.

Psychiatric service dogs undergo comprehensive training to carry out tasks tailored to the handler's unique needs. These tasks may include:

• Retrieving medication
• Providing deep pressure therapy
• Interrupting self-harming behaviors
• Guiding the handler through stressful environments

A Mobility Service Dog is a specially trained canine that aids individuals with physical disabilities, particularly those affecting mobility. These dogs are trained to assist with daily activities, thereby enhancing their handler’s independence.

Mobility service dogs can be trained to perform a variety of tasks, including:

• Providing balance and stability while walking or standing
• Picking up and carrying objects beyond reach
• Retrieving dropped items
• Pulling wheelchairs to facilitate movement
• Opening and closing doors and drawers
• Operating light switches
• Pressing elevator buttons
• Alerting for assistance in the event of a fall

Amanda's Ace Dog Training has over five years of experience in training Service Dogs. We offer evaluations of your current dog to determine suitability for service work or can assist in locating reputable breeders to acquire a service dog puppy.

Our services include comprehensive obedience training, public access training, and customized task training.

When training an adult dog, the process typically requires approximately three months, with weekly in-home sessions.

For puppies, the training process generally spans about one year.

We provide lifetime follow-up support for all of our service dog teams.