Every Atlanta Service Dog goes through a thorough, proven journey — from first breath to life-changing placement.
Our process is thorough by design — because your dog’s reliability, and your safety, depend on getting every step exactly right.
We start by understanding your unique needs, lifestyle, and goals to determine the perfect service dog match for you.
We breed or select dogs with the ideal temperament, intelligence, and drive for the specific type of service work needed.
Our foster families provide a loving home to socialize and acclimate each dog before formal training begins.
Our expert trainers work intensively with each dog, building the skills, focus, and reliability required for medical-grade service work.
We train you alongside your dog — building communication, trust, and confidence to work together as one seamless team.
Once certified to our rigorous standards, your dog is placed with you — beginning a truly life-changing partnership.
You reach out, we listen. We’ll discuss your needs, your lifestyle, and what you’re hoping a service dog can do for you. No pressure — just a real conversation.
We identify the right dog for you — whether from our current program or a future litter — and agree on a training plan tailored to your specific needs.
Your dog undergoes intensive, professional training. You’ll receive regular updates and milestones throughout the process so you’re never left in the dark.
You train with your dog. We work together until you and your dog are operating as a true, confident team — in any environment, any situation.
Your dog is certified to our rigorous professional standards. You go home with a fully trained, certified service dog — and our ongoing support.
The full process — from consultation to certified placement — typically takes 18–24 months depending on the type of service dog and individual training needs.
In some cases, yes. We evaluate owner-provided dogs for service suitability. Contact us to discuss whether your dog is a good candidate.
We work primarily with Golden Retrievers and Labrador Retrievers, as well as other breeds with the right temperament for service work on a case-by-case basis.
Certification verifies that your dog meets all professional standards for service work — task performance, public access behavior, and handler reliability.
Yes. Our relationship with clients doesn’t end at placement. We’re here to support you and your dog throughout your journey together.
Absolutely. We serve clients across the Southeast and beyond. Contact us to discuss how we can work with your location.
The first step is a conversation. Reach out today and let’s talk about what the right dog can do for you.
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