We believe that the lifesaving acts of a Service Dog shouldn't be out of reach for those that need one. We believe that a Facility Dog should be in every care home, fire house, police department, emergency dispatch center and school. Althea Canine's staff and volunteers will work tirelessly to make Service and Facility Dog's a reality in the world of Mental Health.
Class sizes are limited to six students. A $500 processing fee is required once accepted. Service Dog Training averages $50,000, but donor and grant funding helps cover a majority of program costs. Dogs must pass a temperament test before admission and be under 24 months of age. A testing fee may apply. Students must be at least 14 years old and able to handle and train their own dog.
Our trainers start first working with students on trainer skills, providing a solid foundation for the work ahead. Service Dog Classes are one time weekly for the first 3-months and then classes will be twice weekly, to include public access training. Our owner train program is 14-months. The cost is $200 per month, with the remainder covered by grants and donations. 100% funding available for Military Veterans and First Responders currently. APPLY HERE
Our hybrid program is a add on to the owner train program, and in addition to. This is designed for canines 14-months or younger. During this time, they learn house manners, crate training, leash work, and a wide variety of socialization. *This program is ideal for students who aren't comfortable out in the public, haven't had a puppy, or need additional support. 100% funding available for Military Veterans and First Responders currently. Limited space for this program.
We train during a 12-month board and train program, with classes for the handler and their canine partner for the following 6-months. Training with the handler includes handler skills and public access. Fee may be more based on location and needs. We only take one canine at a time for this program.
Facility Dogs have a unique job of helping many, in stressful environments daily. We provide a solid foundation for the canine to succeed in their new team role. In addition, we provide extended training as needed.
Our Facility Dog program starts with a 6-mo board and train. This includes handler training skills. After 6-months, we move the dog into their daily routine with on-site training for the handler(s) and dog for an additional 3-months. We work to build the funding around the needs of applicants. A completed MOU is required prior to training. The specific needs and location of the client will dictate the details of their specific training program. Funding available in the Greater Sacramento Area.
This program is for local handlers only. This program is 6-months of classes (one time weekly the first month, then class and an added public access class the remaining 5-mo.), followed by four on the job training sessions, up to 3.5 hours each. AKC certifications are included, and Therapy Dog Registration.
This program is for local handlers only. This program is 6-months of classes (one time weekly the first month, then class and an added public access class the remaining 5-mo.). AKC Certifications are included with this program. Once completed you can choose to participate in our Therapy Dog visits to support Law, Fire, Dispatch, medical facilities, and schools.
This program is 6-months of classes (one time weekly the first month, then class and an added public access class the remaining 5-mo.). Teams learn multiple levels of obedience, appropriate public behavior, handler engagement, and some tasking to assist with stressors. AKC Certifications are included with this program. This class is perfect for active Military, First Responders.
All training and support provided is positive, we do not train using corporeal punishment. Dogs, like children, will seek attention either negative or positive. We reward good decisions with positive physical and verbal attention. We discourage undesirable behavior with confident verbal commands, patience and physical assistance (such as backing a dog up who advances during a sit or lay command without release). We believe that your canine companion needs a confidant leader to feel safe and that leads to confidant and desirable behavior. It is our experience that a dogs behavior gives a clear insight in to what they are feeling from the relationship they have with the humans in their life, which may be anxiety, need to protect, fear, uncertainty or lack of confidence. Our goal is to teach you the appropriate communication skills for you to create a healthy relationship for you and your canine family member, as well as helping you to understand their communication style. Trainers and st
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