The Keenest Nose: Training a Service Dog for Scent Detection Alerts

Some service dogs are trained to give an alert associated with a medical condition.

Olivia Williams
Published May 17, 2024

Can My Dog Be a Service Dog? A Comprehensive Guide

To assess a service-dog candidate, start with the disability-related work or tasks you need, the dog’s health and behavior, and a realistic training plan.

Olivia Williams
Published April 28, 2024

3 Ways to Sharpen Your Service Dog’s Tuck Sit and Why It Matters

A tuck sit is a particular sit transition. It should be comfortable for the individual dog. It is different from teaching a dog to settle underneath a table or chair.

Olivia Williams
Published April 12, 2024

A Service Dog Training Checklist for Your Team’s Goals

Use this service dog training checklist to choose foundation skills, suitable tasks and manageable next steps for your individual team.

Olivia Williams
Published April 7, 2024

Don’t Panic! A Guide to Service Dog Transport in Emergencies

Include your service dog in your emergency plan. Keep a trusted backup caregiver’s contact details with the information you want emergency responders to have.

Olivia Williams
Published March 12, 2024

The Eureka Effect Study and Dog Training

Ragen T. S. McGowan and colleagues studied dogs' responses when their actions unlocked a reward.

Olivia Williams
Published February 2, 2024

Crate Training and Gradual Independence

A comfortable crate can be useful for rest, travel or short periods of household management.

Olivia Williams
Published August 25, 2023

Can a Service Dog Compete in Dog Sports?

Yes, a service dog may also participate in dog sports when the dog and handler meet the event's rules.

Olivia Williams
Published August 15, 2023

Recognizing Discomfort in Your Service Dog

A service dog can be skilled at its work and still feel worried, tired or uncomfortable.

Olivia Williams
Published August 12, 2023

Three Comfortable Training Games for a Puppy

Keep puppy games short, rewarding and easy enough for the puppy to enjoy.

Olivia Williams
Published August 8, 2023