Types of Service Dogs

Seizure Alert Dogs

Service Dogs Alabama trains dogs to remain with their person in public areas in the event of a seizure, providing crucial support and assistance. Additionally, these dogs can be trained for specific responses at home, such as pressing an Alarm Button or seeking help, ensuring the safety and well-being of their handlers. This specialized training not only enhances the independence and security of individuals with disabilities but also fosters a strong bond between the service dog and its person.

  • Seizure Alert Dogs

    Service Dogs Alabama trains dogs to remain with their person in public areas in the event of a seizure, providing crucial support and assistance. Additionally, these dogs can be trained for specific responses at home, such as pressing an Alarm Button or seeking help, ensuring the safety and well-being of their handlers. This specialized training not only enhances the independence and security of individuals with disabilities but also fosters a strong bond between the service dog and its person.

  • Facility Dogs

    SDA Facility Dogs trained for intervention tasks and to work with multiple people undergo specialized training to excel in their roles. These dogs are carefully selected based on their confident personalities, enabling them to work off-leash without direct supervision. This unique trait allows them to navigate various environments and interact with diverse individuals effectively.

    Their training focuses on specific intervention tasks tailored to the needs of the facilities they serve.

    By harnessing their innate abilities and confident demeanor, Facility Dogs contribute positively to their environments, enriching the lives of the people they serve with their presence and assistance.

  • Autism Intervention Dogs

    Service Dogs Alabama specializes in training Service Dogs for children diagnosed with certain types of Autism, including Asperger’s Syndrome. These highly skilled intervention dogs are proficient at recognizing and addressing anxiety in their handlers.

    One of the critical roles of these Service Dogs is to interrupt and stop the progression of escalating thought patterns that can lead to disruptive behaviors, undesirable stim patterns, and panic attacks in children with Autism. By recognizing signs of anxiety early on, these dogs provide timely interventions that help redirect their handlers' focus and prevent the onset of challenging behaviors.

     

     

  • PTSD Dogs

    Circle the person on command, waking their person from a nightmare, disrupting an anxiety attack.

  • Mobility/Wheelchair Assistance Dogs

    Service Dogs Alabama provides specialized training for service dogs that assist individuals with a range of mobility disorders, including Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Dysautonomia, joint and muscular disorders, and Spina Bifida.

    These highly trained service dogs are invaluable companions, assisting with balance, walking, and navigating wheelchairs. They are trained to perform various tasks tailored to their handlers' specific needs, such as retrieving dropped items, opening doors, turning lights on and off, and providing stability while walking or standing.