Our Program Options
Our Program Options
At InVested Service Dogs, we believe in intentional, customized service dog training that sets both the dog and the client up for long-term success. We offer multiple training tracks designed to meet our clients where they are — whether they need a fully trained dog, want to be involved in the process, or are training their own dog with guidance.
Include short sections for each type with bullet examples of common tasks:
Mobility Support
Brace, balance, item retrieval, support while walking
PTSD Service Dogs
Night terror interruption, deep pressure therapy, environmental checks
Autism Assistance Dogs
Tracking/elopement response, sensory calming, social buffering
General Psychiatric
Anxiety interruption, grounding, panic attack support
Hearing Alert Dogs
Alert to alarms, name call, doorbell, phone
Medical Response
Diabetic alert, heart rate alert, allergen detection (case-by-case)
Who it's for: Clients needing a fully trained dog ready to work.
Highlights:
Placed at 20–24 months (non-weight bearing) or 24–30 months (mobility)
Tasks trained to functional level
Public access skills mastered
Clients involved in bonding/training before final placement
Post-placement check-ins for 6 months
Who it's for: Clients who can commit to finishing training with our guidance.
Highlights:
Placed at 12–15 months
Core behaviors and public access foundations trained
Clients must continue lessons until dog is considered "finished"
Contract required to ensure training is upheld
Who it's for: Clients who have a dog (or want help getting one) and wish to train with support.
Highlights:
Dogs must pass our temperament test and do regular board and trainings.
Clients must commit to regular, documented training sessions with us
Custom training plans provided
Progress required to maintain support in program
Graduation includes a public access test and check-in schedule
Who it's for: Families or facilities looking for highly trained dogs not suited for full SD work.
Highlights:
Dogs retired from or released from SD track
May be suited as pet, therapy, or facility dogs
Matched carefully based on temperament and needs
Priority given to applicants with previous dog experience