Emotional Support Dog Training
Any breed of dog can be an emotional support animal, big or small!
Your dog can earn a Man-K9 certificate for obedience, social manners, and social skills after completing a package of at least 4 private lessons with the dog, owner, and trainer at our facility.
Packages start at $650, depending on the level of training the dog already has. The package includes the certificates for:
OBEDIENCE
SOCIAL MANNERS
SOCIAL SKILLS
Each certificate must be paired with a letter from a health practitioner stating that the owner has an emotional or mental conditioning requiring the assistance of a dog to alleviate some of their symptoms. We cannot call a dog an emotional support dog without a letter from a licensed mental health professional.
Our Emotional Support Dog Training Process
Our emotional support dog training process is designed to match individuals with the right emotional support dogs for sale, ensuring each dog is perfectly suited to provide companionship, comfort, and therapeutic support as a certified therapy dog. Here’s a closer look at each step:
Emotional Support Dog Selection for Compatibility
We carefully select specific dog breeds with the ideal temperament, empathy, and personality to serve as emotional support dogs and therapy dogs. Some dog breeds naturally excel in providing comfort and companionship, and we focus on those traits to find dogs ready to support individuals facing emotional or mental health challenges. Our trained, emotional support dogs are specially selected and start with a solid foundation, ensuring they’re compassionate and reliable.
Specialized Skill Training
After selecting a suitable emotional support dog, we dive into specialized service dog training. This stage is all about strengthening their natural abilities to offer emotional support. Using advanced training techniques focusing on dog psychology, our trainers teach skills that promote well-being and therapeutic connection. Each dog is trained to be responsive to their owner’s emotional cues, providing a foundation for lasting companionship.
Building a Bonded Connection
Creating a genuine connection between the dog and their future owner is a top priority. Our trainers work closely with each individual to establish a strong bond. We consider each person’s lifestyle, preferences, and specific needs to help create a perfect match with a trained emotional support dog that feels like a natural part of the family.
Public Access Training
Our program includes thorough public access training to help dogs remain calm and responsive in diverse environments. We expose them to real-world settings like parks, stores, and high-traffic areas, training them to handle distractions and stay connected with their owner. This stage ensures the dogs are ready to support their owners anywhere they go.
Teaching Emotional Support Techniques
Our training equips each emotional support dog with skills to comfort and assist their owners. This includes:
Attentive Listening: Dogs are trained to listen intently and respond to their owner’s emotional cues, providing a warm, non-judgmental presence.
Calming Influence: They learn to stay relaxed, helping reduce anxiety and bring comfort just by being nearby.
Gentle Physical Support: Dogs can offer reassuring contact, like leaning on or cuddling with their owner, which fosters a sense of security.
Mindfulness and Grounding Assistance: Dogs also learn to assist with mindfulness and grounding exercises, redirecting focus and reducing emotional distress.
Supportive Integration into Daily Life
To make the transition smooth, we offer private lessons tailored to help each dog settle into their new home. This training includes establishing routines, addressing specific emotional needs, and building familiarity with their surroundings. Our licensed mental health professionals provide insights to help match the dogs’ support skills with the owner’s requirements.
Continuous Support for Success
Our commitment doesn’t end with training. We stay connected to both the dog and their owner, offering guidance and answering questions to keep the bond strong. Our goal is a fulfilling relationship between owner and dog, with the dog confidently equipped to provide emotional support.
Support Dog Training for Police Departments, Organizations, Fire Departments, and Hospitals:
Emotional Support Dogs are great for going to high stress calls such as fires, car accidents, incidents involving children, etc. Emotional support dogs aid in building morale around the office or organization.
Emotional support dogs can be used to support victims after trauma, to walk around briefings and reduce stress, to boost morale in offices around the organization, and help people in medical facilities.
“Petting dogs reduces stress. Fact. Pets are scientifically proven to help reduce stress, depression and anxiety. When interacting with pets, especially cats or dogs, our bodies release the stress-reducing hormone Oxytocin, which helps us to feel more relaxed.”
If you’re searching for emotional support dogs for sale that are ready for training, our expertly trained staff can help pair your organization with the right dog to meet your needs.
Our emotional support dogs start at $6500 plus tax depending on the level of training. Our training options include in-house obedience training or obedience training classes with your dog.
Emotional Support Dog FAQs
How much do trained Emotional Support Dogs cost?
Emotional Support Dogs start at $5,500, for additional training such as full off-leash costs will increase.
Is there a certification for Emotional Support Dogs?
All Emotional Support Animals Trained by Man-K9 will receive a Sub-Novice Certification, and a Novice Obedience Certification, plus AKC, CGC, & CGCA, and AKC urban CGC.
What kind of training do the dogs get to become an emotional support dog?
All Emotional Support Animals are trained with on-leash obedience, heel, sit, down, stay, a bed command, and an off-leash recall. The dogs are also trained in on-leash obedience with distractions and public settings and crowded areas such as home depot, target, etc.
Can I select the dog and the breed for my trained Emotional Support Dog?
At any given time we have several different breeds of emotional support dogs for sale, and ages can vary. We select dogs based on their genetics and temperament so it is difficult to say if we will have a specific gender/breed/age/color at the time a client calls. We will try our best to accommodate any requests but it may not be feasible.
Do you deliver emotional support dogs to other parts of the state or country?
We do deliver dogs out of state. We charge a delivery starting at starting at $1500 depending on the location of the client.
Can I order a dog from another state and come pick it up?
Absolutely, we do require a 50% deposit of the dog’s purchase price when reserving a dog out of state. This deposit will put a hold on the dog for 30 days.
ADVANTAGES OF PURCHASING A YOUNG TRAINED DOG
There are several advantages to purchasing a young, trained dog from Man-K9! Here are some of the benefits:
Time-Saving: Training a dog from a young age requires a significant time commitment and effort. By purchasing a trained dog, you can skip the initial training phase and have a dog that already understands basic commands, house manners, and possibly even some advanced skills. This can save you a substantial amount of time and energy.
Immediate Integration: A trained dog can seamlessly integrate into your household and lifestyle. They are already familiar with living indoors, walking on a leash, and interacting with people and other animals. The purchase of a trained dog from Man-K9 includes private lessons to integrate your new pup into your life! This makes the transition smoother and allows you to enjoy the companionship of a well-behaved dog immediately.
Confidence in Behavior: When you purchase a young, trained emotional support dog, you have a clearer understanding of their behavior and temperament. Trained dogs have already undergone socialization, which helps ensure they are comfortable and well-behaved in various situations. This can provide you with confidence and peace of mind knowing that the dog you’re bringing home has been trained and assessed for good behavior.
Predictability: Trained emotional support dogs have established behavior patterns and responses to commands. This predictability allows you to anticipate their actions and behavior, making it easier to manage them and ensure their safety. It also facilitates effective communication between you and your dog, fostering a stronger bond.
Specific Skills: Depending on the level of training, a trained emotional support dog may possess specific skills or be trained for specific tasks. For example, they might be trained as service dogs, emotional support dogs, or therapy dogs. If you have a particular need or desire for a dog with specialized skills, purchasing a young, trained dog can provide you with a ready-made partner for those specific activities or purposes.
Reduced Behavioral Issues: A trained dog is less likely to exhibit common behavioral issues such as excessive barking, destructive chewing, or aggression. By purchasing a young trained dog, you can avoid or minimize these problems, as they have already been addressed during their training.
It’s important to note that purchasing a young trained emotional support dog may involve a higher upfront cost compared to getting an untrained or older dog. However, the advantages of having a well-trained companion from the start can outweigh the initial investment for many dog owners.
We care deeply about finding the best possible match for both our emotional support dogs and our clients. With that in mind, we take into consideration the home environment, living conditions, and lifestyle of each prospective owner. Our training director will assess which dogs are most suited for each client, ensuring the well-being of both the dog and their future family. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to the opportunity to work with you soon!
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