Aspen Service Dogs: One Dream, One Team
Professionally Trained & Certified Service Dogs
As a leading service dog training organization based in Alberta, Aspen Service Dogs has over 100 certified dog/handler teams actively working across western Canada. Aspen’s training program was developed by our co-founder, a Certified Guide Dog and Service Dog Instructor with over 25 years experience and 300+ teams certified.
Government-Qualified
Did you know Aspen Service Dogs is a Government of Alberta Approved Service Dog Organization?
Having met the requirements of the Alberta Training Standard, per the Service Dog Act of Alberta, Aspen Service Dogs prides itself on supplying highly trained, well-behaved canines that are able to perform a variety of tasks for their human partner. Aspen Service Dogs is one of only a handful of organizations approved to train and certify Service Dogs in Alberta.
Service Dogs To Support
Mobility, Autism, PTSD, Facility, Medical Response Hearing & Diabetic Alert
Distinctly different from Therapy Dogs, our Service Dogs undergo rigorous training to meet the specific needs of their human partners. Adhering to the highest standards of skill and reliability in order to quietly assisting in daily life, these dogs are highly trained professionals in their own right.
We provide canines that are not only physically capable and healthy but also possess the ideal temperament for service work. They are disciplined, eager, and dedicated to their role—working in partnership with their handler to navigate daily challenges and enhance quality of life.
Fully Trained
Service Dog Program
Our Fully Trained Service Dog Program provides expertly trained and certified dogs that meet high standards of obedience, task work, and public access readiness, ensuring they can confidently assist their handlers in daily life. Each dog is carefully matched to its handler to ensure long-term success as a working team.
Owner Trained
Service Dog Program
Our Owner-Trained Service Dog Program empowers individuals to actively participate in training their own dog under the guidance of our experienced trainers. This program provides personalized instruction and ongoing support to ensure each team develops the skills needed for a successful working partnership.
New!
Public Access Test
We are excited to announce the expansion of our services to include preparation classes for the Public Access Test! Whether you need a single session to assess your readiness or multiple classes to refine advanced skills and mitigation tasks, we’re here to help you succeed. Contact us for more information.
How to Apply
We want to make the application process easy. The first step is to contact us and we can book a consultation so we can get more information about your specific requirements.
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