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ue, 19 Jan 2010 18:15:26 GM

It isn't often that Microsoft earns a 'brilliant' label from me. More often, it's grudging praise for one of its products or a backhanded compliment o.

What is the process for training my dog to become a service dog? What sort of programs are available?
Q. I foster strays and am interested in training them as service dogs. I would be interested in therapy, guide dog training, service dog training, or anything else along those lines. Does anyone know any resources?
Asked by MoniMonsterr - Fri Jun 27 11:11:11 2008 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. If you are not in the U.S., then generally you would have to work for an ADI recognized program. In the U.S., private trainers are permitted, but are uncommon. Most dogs aren't suited for service work. Paws with a Cause did a study showing that among rescues only one dog in a hundred was able to complete screening and training. Before you start training you have to temperament test. Service work is extremely stressful and requires a very very sound dog. Most rescues are going to come with some baggage. It wouldn't be fair to put a dog with baggage into a highly stressful career. Then you do health clearances, including OFAs on hips, elbows, thyroid and cardiac, plus a CERF. It takes two years to train a service animal and the… [cont.]
Answered by Kirsten - Sat Jun 28 02:06:28 2008