Service Dog Handler's Intro Course
Schedule
Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 05:30 pm
UTC-05:00Location
62355 S Receiving Station Rd, Slidell, LA 70460, United States | Slidell, LA
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This two‑hour introductory course explains St. Roch Service Dogs’ program and prepares handlers and dogs for potential service work. Participants will learn how we assess a dog’s suitability for service tasks, the baseline obedience skills required for reliable public access, orientation of training terms, and what to expect from program participation.What we cover:
Suitability assessment: key temperament, focus, and health criteria we evaluate to determine if a dog can perform service work.
Public‑access obedience: the core, reliable behaviors expected in public (focused attention, loose‑leash walking, sit/stand/recall under distraction, polite greetings, and calm settling).
Program expectations: timelines, trainer contact, attendance, milestones, and responsibilities of handlers during training and placement.
Fundraising & costs: overview of program fees, typical fundraising requirements, campaign support provided, and options for financial assistance.
Who should attend:
Handlers and caregivers considering training their dog to become a service dog or early in the application process; ideal for teams wanting a clear picture of next steps and commitments.
Outcomes:
By the end of the session participants will understand how dogs are evaluated, the obedience standard required for public access, the financial and time commitments involved, and the next actions to apply or enroll in full training.
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