At Highland Canine Service Dogs, we have developed proven processes for training reliable, effective service dogs. This comprehensive process begins at the puppy selection phase; continues during socialization and task training; and concludes when we deliver the service dog to its eventual handler.
We work with you every step of the way. Our priority is you, and making your life better. Our experienced team of service dog trainers works with empathy, focused entirely on your needs. From our very first conversation, we’ll be working alongside you to ensure that your PTSD service dog is trained specifically for your precise needs.
After puppy selection, a significant portion of our early training works on environmental stability and socialization. We take our service dog puppies to a number of different public places to make sure they have familiarity with a range of environments, people and places. This lays the groundwork for the tasks we will train them to perform.
During our conversation, we’ll work with you to identify which tasks will be relevant and of most benefit for your individual circumstances. PTSD affects a significant proportion of the population, but it is only you living in your body and experiencing the exact effects. Your PTSD service dog will be trained to perform the tasks that will benefit you the most – from tactile stimulation to waking you up if you’re having a nightmare.