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Amanda J. Kowalski
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San Diego, CA 92104
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Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed


Any size or breed of dog can be an emotional support or service dog, emotional support dogs do not have to be professionally-trained to perform any task. Service dogs can be trained by their owners or in any other manner the owner desires.
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Choosing the Right Service Dog Trainer

Finding the right trainer can make a big difference in developing a confident, reliable service dog. Look for a trainer who has experience with service dogs, understands task training and public behavior, uses humane training methods, and is willing to work with you and your dog’s individual needs.

The choice of how your dog is trained is up to you as the dog owner. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), you are not required to use a professional dog trainer or a professional training program. You can choose to work with a professional trainer, participate in a training program, or train your own service dog. There is no requirement that a service dog be trained by a particular organization or certified trainer.

Service Dogs vs. Emotional Support Dogs

Service dogs and emotional support dogs have different roles and legal requirements. A service dog must be individually trained to perform work or tasks directly related to a person's disability. The ADA does not require that training to be provided by a professional trainer.

An emotional support dog (ESA) does not have to be specially trained to perform disability-related tasks. An ESA provides comfort and emotional support through its presence and companionship. However, ESAs do not have the same public-access rights as service dogs under the ADA.

Keep Your Dog's Information Organized

While the ADA does not require service dog registration, certification, or an ID card, keeping your dog's information and records organized can be extremely useful. A well-prepared profile can provide a convenient place to keep important information such as vaccination records, medical documents, microchip information, training records, photos, and other documentation.

A dog ID card and digital profile can make it easier to keep important information available when you need it. Having your dog's records organized in one place provides added convenience and peace of mind for responsible dog owners.

You choose the training path. You choose the documentation that works for you. Whether you work with a professional trainer or train your dog yourself, keeping your dog's important records organized can help you stay prepared and keep everything in one convenient place.

Important: Registration or documentation does not create service-dog or ESA rights under federal law. Those rights are determined by the applicable legal requirements.
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