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 prefer a professionally trained partner rather than doing the training themselves, we offer a select number of placements each year.

Every dog is carefully selected and trained to handle the realities of daily life, including crowds, public spaces, travel, and the specific tasks their handler needs most. 

Trained Service Dog Options

Every placement begins with a personal consultation to discuss your needs, goals, and lifestyle before being accepted onto the waitlist. We’ll guide you through the options, match you with the right dog, and make sure the transition is smooth from the very first meeting.

Started dogs

Placed between 10–18 months of age, these dogs have solid foundations in obedience, early task work, and public access skills. They’re ready to continue training with their new handler under expert guidance, offering the chance to bond and grow as a team while finishing the final stages together.

Fully trained dogs

Placed around age two, these dogs are complete in their obedience, task training, and public access preparation. They’re ready to integrate into daily life, offering reliable support from day one. Public access testing is included in our program, even though not required under the ADA, to ensure every team is fully prepared.

A waitlist of up to 36 months applies for both options, ensuring each match receives the time and attention it deserves.

Current Dogs In Training

CSDT Astro, DOB 07/24/2024

Astro is a male, black Labrador training in our service dog program training as a diabetic alert dog. Astro has already matched with his future handler and is getting ready for placement!

Astro’s progress can be followed on Instagram @centrestagedogtraining where we share updates, training moments, and behind-the-scenes stories.

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Two dogs, a white Labrador and a black Labrador, sitting on a grassy field with trees in the background during sunset, with the white dog gently touching the black dog's face.

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 allergen detection, medical alerts (like blood sugar or cardiac changes), retrieving dropped items, deep-pressure therapy, 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.

  • Fill in the application form or get in touch so we can talk through your options, timeline, and the next steps toward matching you with the right service dog.