2022-09-16
It might be a difficult decision to get and train a service dog. The process requires team alignment, knowledge, commitment, and a lot of time and patience. Training a service dog does not only mean teaching the dog to perform certain tasks but also bonding with him/her and respecting his/her needs the same way he/she is supposed to respect yours. Since bonding with the service dog is crucial for every training process to be successful, we would like to provide you with some tips on how to bond with your new service dog and determine whether you are ready for that or not.2022-09-07
Training a service dog should be deemed a life-time goal, as it does not end, once the “official” training is completed. The training process can not be seen as a number of commands that the dog should be able to fulfill. It means for the dog and the handler to have a special bond with each other, to get attuned to each other and know each other as individuals, who are part of the same team. Today we will talk about the goals we should set for ourselves and our paw friends as a team and common commands that service dogs perform.2022-08-19
Our beloved pets provide us with such positive emotions by even being around! They bring us joy and happiness and make us feel loved and supported. You may have wondered if you can officially turn your pet into an Emotional Support Animal. Many of you are likely to have heard about Emotional Support Dogs. But what about Emotional Support Cats?2022-07-18
ESAs have a therapeutic effect on their user and are similar to therapy dogs that are used in care facilities and retirement homes. Dog trainers and behaviorists recommend choosing an easy-going, attentive, and loyal companion as your ESA. It is strongly advised to undergo basic training with your puppy so you can build your bond.