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Dawn Kairns
- Dawn Kairns Dog Training - Boulder, CO
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Tanya Lim
- Family Pupz, Inc. - Certified Dog Trainer - Denver, CO
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- Denver, CO - WELCOME TO FAMILY PUPZ! Our mission is to help you build the most fun, stress-free and rewarding relationship with your furry best friend. We specialize in providing...
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Jaime Kuhn
- Feline Training Services & Healing - Englewood, CO
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- Englewood, CO - Heart-Centered Healing As a pet partner, you approach yourself and the animals in your life with respect and compassion. While you face challenges, you allow room for...
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Carol Abrams
- Best Friends Dog Training Behavior & Evaluations - Colorado Springs, CO
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- Colorado Springs, CO - I'm a certified dog trainer and behavioral counselor with over 20 years of experience and behavioral education. CCPTD Certified Trainer, Behaviorist and Evaluator. I am a...
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- Katherine Andrews
- Animal Psychology Center - Dog Behaviorist - Philip, SD
- Philip, SD - Animal Psychology Center in Philip, South Dakota, is a pet psychology center owned by animal behaviorist and trainer, Katherine Andrews. Services and training are available in Rapid...
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Delinda VanneBrightyn
- ZenDogology - Private Dog Training - Taos, NM
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- Taos, NM - An Enlightened Life with Dogs - Embarrassed by your dog? - Feel your dog is out of control? - Have annoying or destructive behavior? - Dog is...
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TeJon Williams
- Dog Magnet Training - Salt Lake City, UT
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- Salt Lake City, UT - Dog Magnet Training specializes in balanced, comprehensive dog training designed to create an unbreakable bond between you and your dog. Whether you need obedience, agility,...
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Jill Miller
- Front Porch Dog Training - Great Bend, KS
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- Great Bend, KS - I offer private sessions, both in person and virtually, for people interested in coaching their dogs through positive reinforcement methods. I am a certified dog trainer...
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What’s the difference between a service dog and an emotional support animal, and can I train my dog to be a service dog?
A service dog is specially trained to perform specific tasks that directly assist a person with a disability, such as guiding someone who is visually impaired or alerting a person with diabetes to blood sugar changes. An emotional support animal (ESA), on the other hand, provides comfort through companionship but is not trained to perform tasks. While ESAs don’t have public access rights, service dogs are legally allowed in most public spaces under the ADA. Yes, if your dog has the right temperament, health, and focus, it is possible in Wyoming to train your dog to become a service dog, either with a professional trainer or through an owner-led program, provided the training meets legal standards.
How long does it take to fully train a service dog, and what does the process involve?
Service dog training typically takes between 12 to 24 months and involves three key stages: foundational obedience, public access training in Wyoming, and task-specific training tailored to the handler’s disability. Dogs must be calm, highly obedient, and able to focus in a wide range of environments. The process can vary depending on the dog’s age, breed, learning speed, and the complexity of the tasks required. Training must be consistent, thorough, and legally compliant to ensure the dog is truly reliable in performing its duties.
How much does service dog training cost, and how many sessions will my dog need?
The cost of service dog training in Wyoming can vary widely. Private professional training typically ranges from $100 to $200 per session, while comprehensive programs may cost $10,000 to $30,000 or more for a fully trained service dog. If you’re training your dog from scratch, expect to commit to multiple weekly sessions for 1–2 years, plus daily reinforcement at home. The total number of sessions depends on the tasks required and the dog’s learning pace, but it’s common for training programs to include 50–100+ sessions over time.