Pathways To A Service Dog
Train your own, send them to a pro, or bring home a finished dog. Which path is right for you?
Intro:
There's more than one way to get a successful service dog, and the right choice depends on your budget, your timeline, and how much you want to take on yourself. Mitch has trained and handled service dogs through every pathway. This guide lays out the options side by side so you can choose with confidence.
Inside the guide:
What the law actually requires, and what it doesn't
Owner training, board and train, and finished dogs, explained
A side-by-side comparison of cost, time, risk, and skill
What to weigh before you commit to a path
A service dog is more than a trained animal. It's a working partner.