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Can you train a dog on your own to be a service dog for people with disabilities?

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Yes, in the U.S. you can. There are presently no requirements under the federal Americans with Disabilities Act as to who may train a service dog, only that it be individually trained to perform tasks, to obey, to behave appropriately and safely in public, and not to interfere with other members of the public.

Few people have the skills necessary to train a dog to the level of a service dog which is much more involved than pet dog training. It typically takes 18 to 24 months to complete the training.

The ADA does not give public access rights to trainers. That means that unless your state gives public access rights to trainers and also recognizes private trainers or owner-trainers (as opposed to trainers for recognized programs), then you must ask permission of a store or restaurant before entering with a service-dog-in-training. See link below for information on state laws concerning service animals.

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