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our SERVICE DOG PROGRAM
ABOUT OUR PROGRAM
At Frederick Family Dog Training LLC (known as FFDT from this point forward), we are a private trainer specializing in working dogs such as service, therapy, and emotional support. Because we are a private trainer, we issue our own Certificates and hold our standards to or above the American Kennel Club, Assistance Dogs International, APDT, IACP, and other training organizations. FFDT is an approved AKC evaluator, and we utilize the AKC Canine Good Citizen Program as well as specialized skills/tasks in our working dog requirements and foundational skills. We also hold accreditation through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants and the Animal Behavior as a certified service dg trainer, accreditation through for International Association of Animal Behavior, and are professional members of the APDT and IACP.
- No Waitlist!
- Affordable and Flexible
- Customized to your individual needs
SERVICE DOG PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
You do not have to have all of these requirements done prior to enrollment, rather, we meet where you are and train from there. Whether it's a brand new puppy just starting out, or a dog with pr training, you belong here.
- Basic Obedience and Foundational Skills
- FFDT “The Basics” Skill list mastered
- AKC Home Manners or equivalent
- AKC Canine Good Citizen
- AKC Community Canine and/or Urban
- Public Access Test
- Acceptance into FFDT Service Dog Program + $400 Enrollment Fee
- Service Dog Program Track Chosen: Program A, Program B, Program C, or Program H
- Service Dog Agreement Signed
- Intake Appointment
- FFDT Service Dog Important Skills List
- Up to date on all vaccinations required by state law
- Letter from doctor on need/approval for service dog
- Dog registration if required by city/county/state
- AKC Registration if titling*
- Minimum Age: 1 year (can begin training sooner)
- Spayed/Neutered
- Task training specific to handler needs
- Minimum six Service Dog lessons with FFDT trainer
- Minimum completion of one Intensives2 or Intensives4 within six months of enrollment
- Minimum 2 group train days
- Minimum twelve successful documented public outings (lessons not included)
- Demonstrated impulse control and ability to function with distractions
- Free from inappropriate reactivity, aggression, and behavior problems
- Minimum: One annual Service Dog Check in lesson post-graduation, for the successive three years.
SERVICE DOG INFO
AGE REQUIREMENTS FOR HANDLERS
AGE REQUIREMENTS FOR HANDLERS
AGE REQUIREMENTS FOR HANDLERS
There is no age requirement for handlers. If obtaining a service dog for your child, we will work with both the child and the parent as a co-handler.
KINDS OF SERVICE DOGS
AGE REQUIREMENTS FOR HANDLERS
AGE REQUIREMENTS FOR HANDLERS
We are trained in a variety of kinds of service dogs, so if you need a specific type of working dog, we are able to train the dog to fit your needs. See our list of Types of Service Dogs under the "What is a Service Dog Tab".
SERVICE DOG FINDER
AGE REQUIREMENTS FOR HANDLERS
SERVICE DOG FINDER
If you do not already have a dog to be evaluated as a potential service dog, we are able to find the perfect dog for you through our Service Dog Finder Service. This is an optional, additional service. The Find me a service dog service is $150 and it does not include the cost of the dog. We go through a vetting process to find dogs that c
If you do not already have a dog to be evaluated as a potential service dog, we are able to find the perfect dog for you through our Service Dog Finder Service. This is an optional, additional service. The Find me a service dog service is $150 and it does not include the cost of the dog. We go through a vetting process to find dogs that could be a good fit. Normally, we use reputable breeders and begin with puppies.