Service Dog Training in Washington DC
Monument Dog Training is thrilled to now offer service dog training to dog owners in the Washington, DC area! This offering is ideal for anyone who wants to train and certify their dog for support service work. Check out the programs now available for service in both mental and physical health support.
What makes a certified service dog different from general obedience training?
A well-trained dog is one thing. A certified service dog is trained to perform tasks for a disability, this requires more comprehensive training with regard to specific support tasks. Service dogs can remain calm and undistracted in any situation. They’re also certified, meaning they can accompany their handlers anywhere, including settings where traditional pets aren’t allowed.
Explore service dog training in Washington, DC
Contact our professional dog trainers today and explore how to train your own service dog.
We’ll evaluate your canine’s potential and create a training plan to achieve certification. Schedule your evaluation with Monument Dog Training to get started.
Types of service dog training we offer at Monument Dog Training
The highly-qualified dog trainers at Monument Dog Training can evaluate your dog to determine which support service program will suit them best.
- Psychiatric service dog training program
See if your dog is suited for psychiatric and mental health support. This program is designed to help those who need companionship and support with daily struggles associated with PTSD, anxiety, and/or depression.
- Mobility service dog training program
Maybe your dog is a good candidate for the mobility and physical support program. This training focuses on helping those who might be wheelchair-bound or need physical task assistance with opening doors or retrieving dropped items.
NOTE: Canine candidates for mobility service dog training must be 40% of the owner’s weight and 50% of the owner’s height.
At this time, we are NOT offering service dog training for medical alert support dogs.
What kind of support tasks will my dog be able to offer after training?
At Monument Dog Training every certified service dog will be able to support and assist with a variety of specified tasks. These might include:
- Behavior interruptions
- Block maneuvers
- Deep touch therapies
- Medication retrieval
What tasks will my dog need to accomplish to become certified?
Don’t worry about whether or not your dog has what it takes to become a service dog. Our trainers can evaluate and temperament test your fur pal to determine which program is a good fit. Fundamentals with our training programs include:
- Standard obedience training
- Public access testing
- Specific task work training
Monument Dog Training
Service Area: Washington, DC & surrounding communities
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday 9am to 5pm
Training Hours:
Weekdays, Weekends and Weeknights by appointment only.
