Course Summary

You have determined that a service dog is a good mitigation tool for you, and you'd like to owner-train your own dog, but you’re not sure where to start. You may already have a dog and you’re wondering if they’re eligible for service work, or you may be planning to get a puppy in the future. This course will give you the knowledge you need to set yourself up for success on your journey to obtaining a service dog!

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Getting Started
3 Lessons
- PSD1.1 Introduction to Three Headed Hound Courses
  Preview
- PSD1.2 Welcome to Preparing for a Service Dog
  Preview
- PSD1.2 Quiz: We're Excited to Meet You!
  Start
Module 2: Considerations When Choosing A Dog
6 Lessons
- PSD2.1 Setting Expectations For A Service Dogs
  Start
- PSD2.1 What Tasks Will Mitigate Your Symptoms?
  Start
- PSD2.2 Breaking Down Breed Groups
  Start
- PSD2.3 Choosing A Breed
  Start
- PSD2.3 Characteristics For Your Lifestyle Quiz
  Start
- PSD2.4 Selecting A Service Dog Prospect
  Start
Module 3: Preparing For A Puppy
3 Lessons
- PSD3.1 Puppy Proofing Your Home
  Start
- PSD3.1 Existing Pets Quiz
  Start
- PSD3.2 Puppy Containment
  Start
Module 4: How Dogs Learn
6 Lessons
- PSD4.1 Understanding Behavior
  Start
- PSD4.1 Test Your Knowledge: Classical Conditioning
  Start
- PSD4.2 Operant Conditioning
  Start
- PSD4.2 Test Your Knowledge: Operant Conditioning
  Start
- PSD4.3 Why Use Positive Reinforcement?
  Start
- PSD4.4 Understanding Punishment
  Start
Module 5: Canine Communication
3 Lessons
- PSD5.1 Canine Facial Expressions
  Start
- PSD5.2 Body Language
  Start
- PSD5.3 Practicing Reading Canine Communication
  Start
Module 6: Developing Puppies
3 Lessons
- PSD6.1 Canine Development
  Start
- PSD6.2 Socialization: What It Is, What It Isn’t
  Start
- PSD6.2 Test Your Knowledge: Puppy Development/Socialization
  Start
Module 7: Understanding Training
3 Lessons
- PSD7.1 Training Methods
  Start
- PSD7.2 Creating Clear Cues
  Start
- PSD 7.3 Raising Training Criteria
  Start
Module 8: Beginning Training
4 Lessons
- PSD8.1 Potty Training 101
  Start
- PSD2.2 Kennel Training Introduction
  Start
- PSD8.3 Equipment Discussion
  Start
- PSD8.4 Goal Setting
  Start

Course Pricing

Preparing for a Service Dog

$250 USD