Most people getting a giant
breed as a service dog prospect more often than not do so because they require mobility work.
This post is a part of our series Digging Deeper — Exploring Specific
Breeds as Service Dogs.
For example, certain strains of Golden Retrievers are now being
bred as service dogs, a far cry from their original job of retrieving downed birds.
Not exact matches
If you lack time and patience to deal with a
dog that is difficult to train, then an older
dog from a rescue
service may fit your bill
as well
as a pup of a
breed that is traditionally easier to train.
However, retrievers are known to possess the vital skills and talents required
as service dogs, and smaller
breeds are used
as hearing
dogs.
Don't forget to check the rates for grooming
services too
as prices can vary pretty widely depending on a
dog's
breed and other conditions.
Must be able to lift
dogs up to 70 lbs Pet Groomer: Excellent scissoring skills Strong knowledge of correct
breed standards Positive and professional attitude with pets, clients and co-workers Ability to work independently
as well
as with others Strong work ethic Dedication to cleanliness of equipment and surrounding work areas Concern for safety at all times Great communication and customer
service skills.
Is punctual, reliable, have a great attitude, articulate and able to communicate well with clients and coworkers Pet Stylist will perform the following duties: Perform basic grooming
services including brushing, bathing, and conditioning of animals Follow owner's instructions or
Breed Standards when clipping, and trimming an animal coat Generate business operation such
as communicate with clients and get exact instructions for each
dog.
It soon became evident that the
breed was highly suitable for the tasks set by police
service and therefore they were officially recognized
as police
dogs in 1910.
Evaluating the temperament of an individual
dog is much more important than evaluating the
breed as a whole when considering that
dog for
service dog work.
Over the years, Golden Retrievers have been
bred to make excellent companions to owners
as retrievers in hunting expeditions,
as service dogs for people with sight or physical disabilities, or
as sniffer
dogs working with the narcotics or search and rescue divisions in police departments.
As a hobby, she
bred and showed standard poodles in the show ring and raised
service dogs and therapy
dogs to assist the handicapped.
There is good and bad in every
breed and every owner... to say all pitbulls are bad is wrong
as now they are also used
as service dogs... yes pitbulls can snap but so do other
dogs... i have pit mixes and grandkids and trust them all together... its how there raised and handled
There are some basic guidelines for when it may be best to look into
breeds outside of the typical
breeds you see
as service dogs (Labs, Goldens, and Poodles):
While the
dog's
breed has little to do with its suitability
as a
service dog, the
dog's personal temperament does have a lot of impact on suitability.
Breed generalizations are a necessary part of discovering what
breeds may work well
as service dogs.
Because of that, some people that have successful
service dogs from
breeds that normally wouldn't succeed will say that since their
dog works well, their
breed as a whole is perfect for
service work.
While the Pit Bull is often overlooked
as a
Service Dog option an increasing number of people are learning the value of such a choice and are coming to understand that not only can the
breed excel at such work it in many cases can out perform other more common
breed choices.
You can certainly learn to groom your pet yourself, or you can choose to use the
services of a professional
dog groomer, especially if you've chosen a more coated
breed such
as a Poodle, Maltese or Shih Tzu.
As Journeyman, Tommy is involved in all aspects of The Dog Training Center, Las Vegas» only indoor protection and service dog training center, including serving as Lead Trainer for Citizen K9 rescue program, Lead Trainer for the MP K9 Board and Train Program and a Pitbull and Bully Breed Specialis
As Journeyman, Tommy is involved in all aspects of The
Dog Training Center, Las Vegas» only indoor protection and service dog training center, including serving as Lead Trainer for Citizen K9 rescue program, Lead Trainer for the MP K9 Board and Train Program and a Pitbull and Bully Breed Speciali
Dog Training Center, Las Vegas» only indoor protection and
service dog training center, including serving as Lead Trainer for Citizen K9 rescue program, Lead Trainer for the MP K9 Board and Train Program and a Pitbull and Bully Breed Speciali
dog training center, including serving
as Lead Trainer for Citizen K9 rescue program, Lead Trainer for the MP K9 Board and Train Program and a Pitbull and Bully Breed Specialis
as Lead Trainer for Citizen K9 rescue program, Lead Trainer for the MP K9 Board and Train Program and a Pitbull and Bully
Breed Specialist.
People once believed stereotypes that only certain
dog breeds — typically a mix of Labrador and golden retriever — excelled
as service dogs.
While Poodles and Smooth Collies are not used
as commonly in professional
Service Dog Training Programs, these breeds have also proven that they possess the characteristics needed for a good service
Service Dog Training Programs, these
breeds have also proven that they possess the characteristics needed for a good
service service animal.
As mentioned above, the individuals who have the highest likelihood of succeeding with breeds outside of the ones listed here are people with extensive experience with the breed of their choice as well as with training dogs to a high level (such as competitive obedience, professional dog training, training previous service dogs, etc
As mentioned above, the individuals who have the highest likelihood of succeeding with
breeds outside of the ones listed here are people with extensive experience with the
breed of their choice
as well as with training dogs to a high level (such as competitive obedience, professional dog training, training previous service dogs, etc
as well
as with training dogs to a high level (such as competitive obedience, professional dog training, training previous service dogs, etc
as with training
dogs to a high level (such
as competitive obedience, professional dog training, training previous service dogs, etc
as competitive obedience, professional
dog training, training previous
service dogs, etc).
Today, many
service dog organizations around the world
breed and train labradoodles
as guide
dogs and therapy pets, but the
dogs have also gained great popularity
as family pets.
One of the most popular
breeds all around, we have documented Labradors elsewhere
as the best
dog to have if you're looking for a date, the only
breed accepted for training
as arson
dogs, and one of the more popular
breeds for
service dogs.
The
breed was also pressed into
service during both World Wars
as a messenger
dog for the Allied Forces because of its «never say die» attitude and ability to get the job done.
Our puppies are
bred for wonderful dispositions and temperaments to provide great companionship and use
as family pets,
service dogs, therapy
dogs, conformation and hunting companions.
This
breed is often used for police work,
as service and guide
dogs, therapy
dogs and of course, herding
dogs on farms.
In addition to being one of the most popular family
dog breeds in the United States, Labradors are extremely smart and incredibly trainable, which makes them one of the most popular
service dogs breeds as well for a variety of applications.
Known for our consistency from visit to visit, Little Ark
Dog Grooming offers
breed standard haircuts, specialty cuts, bathing and a host of other
services such
as nail trims, anal gland expression, and teeth brushing.
National
Dog Day was created to celebrate all
dogs; large and small, purebreds and mixed
breeds, family and companion
dogs as well
as all the working
dogs that selflessly provide
services, assistance...
As owner of a stud
dog, to offer stud
services only to those breeders who accept full responsibility for what they
breed.
The original designer
breeds came into being when it was discovered that recipients of
dogs used
as «seeing eye» and «
service dogs» were allergic to pet fur, so a
dog that does not shed was sought.
And any pet store selling commercially
bred dogs that promotes or refers customers to the
service (
as many do) is behaving in an equally scummy manner.
She fostered a brood (a female
breeding dog), raised two puppies
as they trained to become
service dogs, and volunteered
as an early puppy socializer at Guiding Eyes for the Blind.
In addition to general practice focusing on the care of
dogs and cats, our Veterinarians focus on the care of exotic animals such
as birds, rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs, gerbils, mice, rats and other small animals,
as well
as canine reproduction
services pertaining to
dog breeding.
The list of types of
service dogs is constantly growing —
as is the diversity of
service dog breeds that help people.
Working - pedigree lines, such
as those in common use
as service dogs, generally retain the traditional straight back of the
breed.
Breeds that are commonly used
as guide
dogs are Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, and German Shepherds
as their intelligence, size, and temperaments make them well - suited to
service work.
You can also confidently train an auto - sit in any future
service dog that clearly could never be used for any sort of balance work or carrying gear in a pack, such
as toy and small -
breed dogs.
We provide
services to the community including pet adoptions, low cost spay / neuter
services, a weekly vaccine clinic,
dog training and behavior, humane law enforcement, lost and found, trap neuter and return for free - roaming cats, humane education, pet therapy, a pet food pantry for low - income families
as well
as our Pittie Project, a proactive program to help keep Bully
Breeds out of the shelter and improve their lives in the community.
Today, the
breed is one of the most versatile, succeeding in obedience, agility, tracking, hunting and field events,
as guide
dogs for the blind,
service dogs, search and rescue
dogs and
as popular companions.
Golden Retrievers are another sporting
breed that tend to be popular with
service dog programs and share many of these traits,
as well
as Standard Poodles for those looking for a hair coat.
From its ancestor's beginnings
as a cattle driving
dog and puller of carts the
breed has been developed for use in a wide range of activities by modern man including
service dogs, therapy animals, top - ranked obedience, tracking, and other performance
dogs including use
as search and rescue
dogs across the country (even the World Trade Center recovery site).
There are a host of broad exemptions that will continue to allow
breeding for (1) use of
dogs as service, guide or therapy animals, by search and rescue, law enforcement and other government agencies; (2) use of
dogs for herding or
as livestock guardian
dogs or hunting
dogs; (3)
dogs or cats registered with the American Kennel Club, the Cat Fancier Association or other recognized registry or trained and kept for the purpose of show, field trials or agility trials; and (4)
dogs or cats whose owner has obtained an unaltered animal permit.
Most
Service Dog Schools use labs and retrievers, and / or a mix of the 2 breeds, as they have the highest success rate of graduating as servic
Service Dog Schools use labs and retrievers, and / or a mix of the 2
breeds,
as they have the highest success rate of graduating
as serviceservice dogs.
This
breed, employed
as the Royal Yugoslav Army
service dog and popular
as a military
dog in some other European countries, is «the number one choice of the person who has something to stand for».
We groom all
dogs and cats according to
breed standard and provide specialized
services such
as hand scissoring and handstripping!
As the founder of one of the country's largest
service dog organizations, Jennifer Arnold has spent the last 20 years
breeding, training and matching
service dogs for people with disabilities or special needs.
We remain focused on the both selecting
dog's meeting the standard while never forgetting the Labrador's train - ability, loyalty and unique drive that makes them one of the most versatile
breeds as a working
dog,
service dog and of course, exceptional family companions.