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Service dogs are life-changing for people with a range of physical and mental disabilities — but getting one can be complicated and expensive. The Service Dog Training Guide (Spiral Bound) offers you a practical, easy-to-follow program to train your own service dog at home, covering everything from basic obedience exercises to essential service dog tasks. Whether you need psychiatric, medical alert, or mobility assistance support, this comprehensive guide helps you and your dog find the best training path together using the power of positive reinforcement.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Rockridge Press (June 16, 2020) |
| Language | English |
| Format | Spiral Bound |
| Pages | 166 |
| ISBN-10 | 1646119894 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1646119899 |
| Item Weight | 12 ounces |
| Dimensions | 6 x 0.6 x 9.8 inches |
Q: Can I really train my own service dog at home?
A: Yes! This guide is specifically designed to help individuals train their own service dog at home using a clear, step-by-step program with positive reinforcement techniques.
Q: What types of service dog tasks does this book cover?
A: The book covers psychiatric service dog tasks (anxiety, PTSD), medical alert tasks (medication reminders, seizure response), and mobility assistance tasks (retrieving items, physical support).
Q: What breeds are best for service dog training?
A: The guide includes an overview of recommended breeds for different service dog roles, helping you assess whether your current dog or a future dog is well-suited for service work.
Q: Is this a good gift for someone with a disability?
A: Absolutely — it's a thoughtful, practical gift for individuals with physical or mental disabilities, veterans, chronic illness sufferers, or anyone exploring service dog training as an affordable alternative to purchasing a trained service dog.
Q: Does the book use punishment-based training methods?
A: No — the guide is built entirely around positive reinforcement, using praise and rewards to motivate dogs and build a strong, trusting handler-dog relationship.
Q: How does the spiral binding help during training?
A: The spiral bound format lays completely flat, so you can keep the book open and reference instructions hands-free while actively training your dog.
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