{"id":2717,"date":"2024-06-27T18:41:25","date_gmt":"2024-06-27T18:41:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gingercavalier.com\/blog\/?p=2717"},"modified":"2024-06-27T18:41:25","modified_gmt":"2024-06-27T18:41:25","slug":"how-to-become-a-service-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gingercavalier.com\/blog\/how-to-become-a-service-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Become a Service Dog"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-family: Roboto; font-weight: 500; font-size: 18px; color: #717171;\">Besides being best companions some dogs can serve even a greater purpose. Service dogs are specially trained canines that provide help for people with different forms of disabilities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>While our blog\u2019s mascot is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, this applies to any breed.\u00a0 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are commonly seen as therapy dogs, however, they are easy to train and can also be trained to be service dogs for certain jobs.\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/usserviceanimals.org\/blog\/psychiatric-service-dogs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"dofollow noopener\">This article<\/a> over at US Service Animals breaks down the differences and also shares why the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is such a great service dog breed.\u00a0You can also scroll to the last video at the end of this article to understand the difference further.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6aaa4ecdd5fae\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6aaa4ecdd5fae\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gingercavalier.com\/blog\/how-to-become-a-service-dog\/#Testing_Your_Dogs_Personality\" >Testing Your Dog&#8217;s Personality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gingercavalier.com\/blog\/how-to-become-a-service-dog\/#Service_Dog_Training\" >Service Dog Training<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gingercavalier.com\/blog\/how-to-become-a-service-dog\/#Service_Dog_Training_Requirements\" >Service Dog Training Requirements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gingercavalier.com\/blog\/how-to-become-a-service-dog\/#Registering_Your_Dog\" >Registering Your Dog<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gingercavalier.com\/blog\/how-to-become-a-service-dog\/#Finding_a_Person_in_Need\" >Finding a Person in Need<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gingercavalier.com\/blog\/how-to-become-a-service-dog\/#Whats_The_Difference_Between_a_Service_Dog_Therapy_Dog_and_an_Emotional_Support_Dog\" >What&#8217;s The Difference Between a Service Dog, Therapy Dog, and an Emotional Support Dog?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Testing_Your_Dogs_Personality\"><\/span>Testing Your Dog&#8217;s Personality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Besides assisting physically challenged people, these dogs also perform tasks for people with mental disorders (PTSD, depression, anxiety). Stating that certain dog breeds aren\u2019t fit to become service dogs is a myth. Any dog that went under proper training can become one. Smaller breeds are more suitable for medical alert services, while larger breeds are better for physical assistance.<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/o6kfi7fPEWY?feature=oembed\" title=\"how to test a puppy to be a service dog\" width=\"618\" height=\"348\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Service_Dog_Training\"><\/span>Service Dog Training<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>First of all, you need to train your dog\u2019s personality or better yet find a professional to do the examination. \u2018Bad temper\u2019 or \u2018good temper\u2019 won\u2019t mean anything during the assessment. What you are looking for in a service dog are things like calm, collected, responsive or obedient. After grading the dog\u2019s personality it\u2019s time to start with the training. Every owner can do the training by himself, but service dog trainers have more experience and knowledge and will probably perform the action better. Since no training certification is required it\u2019s okay to show that DIY spirit! Breeders often take the role of preparing service dogs, and sometimes even the person in need will start training the dog by his own if possible.<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/XEaOiuRq9oA?feature=oembed\" title=\"How To Become A SERVICE DOG TRAINER: My Process and Tips\" width=\"618\" height=\"348\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Service_Dog_Training_Requirements\"><\/span>Service Dog Training Requirements<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The amount of time spent is essential to fulfill the minimum requirements for service dog training. In the USA every trainer must spend at least 120 hours of training over the period of 6 \u2013 24 month. It means that during a year or two the dog has to be trained at least one hour per day, every day. One quarter of the training should be spent in public places where the dog encounters surprising situations and various forms of distractions. What the dog needs to learn after the training is done is heeling, proofing and tasking. Heeling is about maintaining a constant position to the human partner and proofing means being constantly on command regardless of any occurring distractions. The two are hardest to learn and require patience and persistence. Tasking is the specific action the dog will be taught to perform.<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hY7y6eYW2QI?feature=oembed\" title=\"How To Make Your Dog a Service Dog\" width=\"618\" height=\"348\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Registering_Your_Dog\"><\/span>Registering Your Dog<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The dog competency will be questioned and that\u2019s why you need to graphically document the training process and the dog\u2019s behavior in public. Once the training is complete you can register your dog as a service dog. In the US this can be achieved with the USSDG (United States Service Dog Registry). After you come this far your dog is all set to serve a greater purpose.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Finding_a_Person_in_Need\"><\/span>Finding a Person in Need<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The last thing you need to do in order for the canine to become a service dog is to find a person in need. If you already had someone in mind and trained your dog especially for this person it won\u2019t be a problem. In other cases, you have to offer him to disabled people by placing the information on pet directories at your local organizations and community groups. Most public accommodations\u00a0are legally available for service dogs, but always check first just in case.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_The_Difference_Between_a_Service_Dog_Therapy_Dog_and_an_Emotional_Support_Dog\"><\/span>What&#8217;s The Difference Between a Service Dog, Therapy Dog, and an Emotional Support Dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Service Dogs, Therapy Dogs and Emotional Support Animals. What&#8217;s the difference?<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4C459sQwrAo?feature=oembed\" title=\"What&#039;s The Difference Between a Service Dog, Therapy Dog, and an Emotional Support Dog?\" width=\"618\" height=\"348\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also, See These Related Articles:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/gingercavalier.com\/blog\/what-is-an-emotional-support-dog\/\">What is an Emotional Support Dog?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/gingercavalier.com\/blog\/cavalier-king-charles-one-best-therapy-service-dogs\/\">Cavalier King Charles, One of the Best Therapy Service Dogs<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p id=\"kc_opp\"><small>Originally posted 2018-09-23 19:13:40. 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