Boston has many dog training services. One of the easiest places to bring your dog for training would be your local PetSmart store. PetSmart trains your dog until all training issues are resolved and you are satisfied with their service.
I've attached links to sites that have collections of state laws regarding service dogs to the bottom of this answer.
Call up the groomer you are interested in using to find out the price it will be.
Any type of dog can be a service dog. The most common service dog breed is the Labrador Retriever. It also depends on the temperament of the dog. For example, you would not want a highly energetic dog who does not listen to commands to become a service dog. A dog should be properly trained and (and possibly certified) to become a service dog.
Contact a local service dog school to put on you the right track. The perfect dog is one that only you can define. Guide Dogs and Service dogs are tools, some are better than others, it up to the handler to decide if their dog is what they wanted or if it needs more training.
You don't approach a service dog. If you want to interact with a service dog you need to approach the handler and ask if it is ok for you to visit with their dog. They may or may not give permission.
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In Soviet Russia, service dog needs to bring you.
Do Service animals in Training have the same access rights as fully trained Service Dogs?It depends on which state you are in. The Americans with Disabilities Act, defines Service Dog, and discusses what access rights a Service Dog has--but is silent about Service Dogs in Training. Therefore, you will have to find your State laws which would define Service Dogs.It is often hard to find those laws--because Service Dogs/in Training are often referred to in a term other than Service Dog/in Training. Also, state law portals can change. One site which attempts to keep up-to-date on Service Dog laws is here:http://www.psychdog.org/lifestyle_statelaws.htmlI would suggest that you read the laws for yourself--to see what the state law really says. There are sites (and booklets), which purport to cover each states law--but sometimes, those sites and booklets, leave out important information which is stated in the law.Also, know that a Service Dog is a Service Dog is a Service Dog--it does NOT matter what your disability is--according to the ADA--A Service Animal is any animal individually trained to do work OR perform tasks for a person with a disability... [emphasis mine--possibly paraphrased].
The most common and well-known service dog should be Guide Dog as the first service dogs are just for the blind. However, as service dogs can also be trained to assist people with other disabilities, they gradually developed into various types, for one or more than one disability. Here are the common types of service dogs: Guide dogs Hearing dogs Diabetic alert dogs Seizure alert dogs and seizure response dogs Psychiatric service dogs Mobility assistance dogs Autism support dogs
Most families will take in the now retired service dog. For those that were agency trained when there is no family they will be returned to the agency who will then find an appropriate home for the dog.
Check that country's Consular Information Sheet to find contact information of who to ask for that specific country. You can also check Service Dog Central. See links below.