Services
We currently offer 4 different dog training services. Please click on the buttons below to get a better understanding of our process. Our ultimate goal is setting up the service dog and handler for success, by focusing on specific services for different goals and phases of training.
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In-person lessons are held in Madison, WI!
We do offer virtual lessons!
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Prospect Pre-K Program
Prospect Pre-K is the best way to set your puppy up for success as a service dog. This program starts at the time your puppy comes home. There is no guarantee that all puppies will be a good fit as a service dog, but this program will prepare them as much as possible to reduce the risk of a service dog prospect washing out. It will also help manage puppy behavior and basic behavioral skills.
Frequency:
Two sessions per week, 1 day with Jessie and 1 day with Annie
Duration:
4-8 months long, on average
Includes:
Training with Jessie
This service is a collaboration with Here We Go Dog Training.
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Foundations = marker cues, mat training, body handling, potty cue on any surface
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Focus & Self-Control = attention/focus around distractions, greeting skills, leave it, wait and recall training
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Positions = sit, down, stand
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Navigation = basic loose-leash walking, find heel, let's go and back up
Training with Annie
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Socialization = exploring new spaces, meeting people, interactions with other dogs, novel objects and noises
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Tasks = scent imprinting, toy play, retrieve foundations
Graduation: Readiness Test
To graduate from this program, your dog must pass the Readiness Test to officially start Service Dog Training.
Service Dog Ready Program
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S.D. Ready is a program to prepare your service dog prospect with the basic behavioral skills they will need prior to higher level skilled work. This class is a great way to identify any problem areas and or if your prospect will not be a good fit for service work.
Frequency:
One time per week
Age:
Adult dogs only, puppies should be in our Prospect Pre-K Program
Dog Trainer:
Jessie - This service is a collaboration with Here We Go dog Training
Includes:
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Foundations = marker cues, mat training, body handling, potty cue on any surface
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Focus & Self-Control = attention/focus around distractions, greeting skills, leave it, wait and recall training
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Positions = sit, down, stand
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Navigation = basic loose-leash walking, find heel, let's go and back up
Graduation: Readiness Test
To graduate from this program, your dog must pass the Readiness Test to officially start Service Dog Training with our trainer Annie.
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Service Dog Training
We know how difficult it is to raise and train a service dog, and that is exactly why we are committed to helping Owner Trainers succeed!
Frequency:
Two 30-minute sessions per week, focusing on public access or task training
Age:
Adult dogs only, puppies should be in our Prospect Pre-K Program
Includes:
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Help you pick a Service Dog Prospect
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Deciding what tasks would be most helpful for you and your independence
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Walk you through every step of the process
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Access to a private Facebook group to connect with others, join the service dog community, share progress and receive more frequent feedback and support.
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Training is kept short and efficient to ensure dogs enjoy training to the fullest
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Online training options are available if you are not local to Madison, WI
Tasks:
At Medi-Dogs we only use humane, reward-based training methods to achieve your training goals. These methods result in dogs that love to work!
Do you have a medical condition that impacts your daily life? A medical alert service dog could alert you to an episode long before your medical devices can. Dogs can be trained to alert to blood sugar lows and highs, POTS, MCAS and seizures.
Graduation: Public Access Test and proficiency in tasks
To graduate from this program, your dog must pass the Public Access Test and have proficiency in tasks to officially become Medi-dogs Fully trained Service Dog.
Board & Train
Optional
Board and train is an accelerated program to master skills, alleviate burn out and help you reach your goals! Short or long term, this program can help you work on learning new skills or polishing existing ones, like imprinting scent, public access work and task training.
This program is a partnership between Medi-Dogs and Green Acres Pet Resort, allowing your dog to live the life of luxury while receiving top notch training from our certified trainers.
Weekdays Include:
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3 training sessions per day
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2 nature walks in the private dog park
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1 hour transfer lesson to teach you your dog's new skills
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Suite style boarding
Requirements:
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Evaluation to ensure your dog is a service dog prospect
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Minimum 2 week stay to maximize learning
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3 training sessions prior to boarding (if you are a new client)
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6 training sessions post boarding, to ensure skills are maintained
