Trained Service Dogs

Confidence, connection, and independence (ready to go).

Centre Stage Dog Training understands how life-changing a trained service dog can be. For people who need assistance in training their service dogs, we offer select raise and train options on a custom basis to help you in the raising process.

If you are interested in a raise and train, please contact us at contact@centrestageservicedogs.com

For those looking for a fully trained medical alert or response service dog, please visit Centre Stage Service Dogs Inc.!

A young woman stands with a black labrador wearing a purple service dog in training vest at her right side. The labrador looks up at her and they look at each other.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A service dog is trained to perform specific tasks that directly mitigate their handler’s disability. Under the ADA, service-dog teams have full public access rights in most public places.

  • Tasks vary depending on the handler’s needs and may include medical alerts (like blood sugar, seizure, or cardiac changes), retrieving dropped items, deep-pressure therapy, hearing alerts or psychiatric support tasks.

  • Yes. If you’d like to take a more hands-on approach, our Owner-Trained Service Dog Program provides step-by-step coaching to guide you through the process.

  • It generally takes 18–24 months for a dog to reach a fully trained service level, depending on their age, aptitude, and the complexity of the tasks involved.

  • Reach out to learn about raise and train options, or if you are interested in applying for a fully trained service dog, check out Centre Stage Service Dogs Inc.!