Program
Service Dog Program
Build a task-trained service or therapy dog with a structured, real-world training plan built around your specific needs.
What's Included
Everything your dog needs to be fully trained.
- Foundation obedience and impulse control
- Task training specific to your disability or need
- Public access training (stores, hospitals, transit, restaurants)
- Distraction proofing in real-world environments
- Handler education — you learn alongside your dog
- Therapy dog evaluation prep (if applicable)
- Hospital and facility visit preparation
- Ongoing support throughout the training process
Who This Is For
- —Individuals with physical, psychiatric, or medical disabilities
- —Caregivers seeking a therapy dog for a loved one
- —Families needing a facility therapy dog for hospital visits
- —Anyone who has been told their dog "has potential" but needs direction
Pricing
Pricing discussed on your call
Every dog is different. Pricing depends on your dog's starting point, the tasks required, and your timeline.
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If you're not satisfied within 7 days of your first session, I'll refund you in full. Refund requests must be submitted in writing to arthur@serafimdogtraining.com and include your full name, the date of your first session, and your reason for requesting a refund.
FAQ
Common questions.
What breeds are accepted?
Most breeds are considered — temperament, trainability, and the specific tasks required matter more than breed. We've worked with golden retrievers, doodles, labs, and many mixed breeds.
How long does the program take?
Every dog is different. Timeline depends on the dog's age, breed, starting point, the tasks being trained, and how consistently the handler works between sessions. There's no fixed answer — this is something we'll go over on your call.
Will my dog have official 'certification' at the end?
Under the ADA, service dogs don't require any certification or registration — what matters is that the dog is reliably task trained. We'll help you navigate any documentation your employer or specific facility requires, but there's no legal 'certification' for service dogs.
Do I need to be present for training sessions?
Yes — handler education is non-negotiable. You are part of the program. A service dog that only works for me is not a service dog for you.
Ready to start the process?
Book a free consult and we'll figure out if this program is the right fit for your dog.
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