Service Dog Public Access Test

[@taylorbritt499]

To those saying that service dogs should be required to have documentation to prove they need one and are trained: Requiring someone who is disabled to have papers for their SD would be the same as requiring someone who needs a wheelchair or oxygen tank to have papers stating that they need those things because they have a medical disability. While I do agree that it would minimize the incidences of fake service dogs, it would also put more strain and stress on the already stressful lives of those with service animals, which is unfair to them.

[@nomadicway9028]

Taylor Britt I carry a letter from my doctor stating that I am disabled and need my service dog for medical reasons. Unfortunately we do come across fake service dogs that bark and pull. Not cool at all!!

[@sandymandy_101]

Perhaps those “fakes” help the public from what could potentially happen if the owner was without their dogs? 🙃😉 saves us from them.

[@amberhyde240]

Taylor Britt not to mention it would be so much money and with all of the weekly medical bills and such you can’t be expected to pay more for being disabled if you don’t have to

[@MsDarby64]

People would just fake documentation.

[@MsDarby64]

Evil Snail what "paperwork" should I have? Do you think people can't fake a letter from my doctor?

[@justarandomturtlelama3636]

This dog is more well behaved than my 6 ye old sister

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

ha ha! Maybe you should train her!

[@theravenmuse7226]

Whenever I see misbehaving kids in public I say that no one ever trains their kids anymore to whoever I’m with. 😂😂😁

[@alyssasmith4760]

Just a random turtle LAMA 😂

[@amandahedge6980]

@@TopDogProfessionalTraining lol

[@u2yes1dnoedcpsabrinakittyb2]

Just a random turtle LAMA Kids are the main distraction for Service Dogs

[@drxl34]

I have been training my dog to be my service dog. I was feeling insecure until I saw this video. I think he could pass your test with flying colors. He's just a natural lol. Thanks for sharing. That's a good dog

[@judyives1832]

Corinne Sauer Good luck! I was a CCPDT dog trainer before I became blind and I trained my own guide dog. It’s doable if you have the knowledge and I feel it gives you a closer relationship and builds your trust in your dog. There are places you can go to pass tests and I hope you will go ahead and get your dog certified. This helps with the issue of fake service animals. If you have any problems feel free to ask me! No charge.

[@janbenson1336]

Corinne Sauer if you do the test, any one who is a Good canine citizen evaluator can do the test with you! Only, no treats ate actually allowed during test. I have done this test a few times for my SD and she had passed each time, including age 6 months! Good luck! 🍀👍 you can do this! GCC text should cost $15.00 training for it, is where they get you!

[@joanbaczek2575]

Corinne Sauer this is not a service dog test this is a test a regular trained dog can pass don’t be fooled. Bad owners don’t train their dog and think it’s gonna behave out of the decency of its own heart every dog should do this and if your dog don’t you haven’t trained your pet correctly. Don’t be duped.

[@MsNoPixel]

joan baczek you should be quiet cause you look dumb.

[@adahletendre8361]

@@joanbaczek2575 so what, it’s a test that proves this pup is ok with being with everything in a mall. They also did task training in a separate video from this day. You look uneducated from that comment, not every dog is perfect or will listen or ignore distractions, hence not every dog can be a service dog. Dogs aren’t robots. I would leave this subject alone as you clearly have no idea what you’re talking about.

[@christinaowens796]

My oldest son is in his early 20's and he has type 1 diabetes. But thank God for this piece of article kzbin.infoUgkxibD_L3sDyYENL5CwePCd9plRBqjzw2mw At first he thought he had the flu and was lying down on the bed for three days until his sister took him to the hospital. They took his blood and it was 600. What I do not understand is how he could have gotten it, since no one in the family has it. But he is winning the battle now. This is a good stuff.

[@markksantos]

this service dog is good af

[@starksark4323]

They're supposed to be...

[@roms7168]

I don't know what type of service dogs you have been around, but this is the bare minimum.

[@melissaleigh3405]

This is exactly how all real service dogs act in terms of basic obedience. Any dog that acts any more out of control than this dog isnt a real service dog.

[@patchtheservicebear5325]

@@melissaleigh3405 They are either fake or in training. If they are in training, they should at least know basic obedience before starting PA training unless it’s pet friendly places.

[@melissaleigh3405]

@@patchtheservicebear5325 exactly, if they’re in training they shouldn’t be doing public access yet.

[@Dznuts2]

there is a huge difference between a real service dog and a fake one. now i know what to look for. thanks for the video.

[@1988eleonor]

given the fact that I think that everyone should be allowed to enter public places with their dog, whether or not it' s a service animal, OF COURSE ONLY IF THEY ARE POLITE AND RESPECTFUL, you are right... so many people take advantage from that especially there're not specific trainings for a dog to be certified

[@aina3387]

I think it would be much more productive if we made everyone who wanted to take their dogs in public take a CGC test or something of the sort, and didn't have a service animal clause. So, kind of like having a drivers test, you would go to animal control or something and take a public handler/dog team test and get a handler/dog licence.

[@slut4adamcarlsen903]

eleonora giannetti no not really because if the dogs polite it still can become aggressive all of a sudden

[@kimberleymolly5160]

Graecyn Gudgeon. Just like a service dog.

[@drxl34]

+Aina I agree. Each dog can be given an identification that can be requested by store owners. Dogs offer so many benefits and a well trained one has no ill effect only positives

[@avanii5127]

My service dog just passed his test yesterday! I’m super proud of him ❤️

[@albertheckman4168]

They is no such test

[@heythankstommy]

what test?

[@steshagorbunova]

My 5 month old is ready .. where can she take a test to be certified???

[@heythankstommy]

@@steshagorbunova if you're in the US, there is no such thing as a certified service dog

[@steshagorbunova]

@@heythankstommy so then why is 50% saying there is ... I don't need a certificate to certify my dog as one yes I'm in USA in NYC... what should I do do you know?

[@ourlordandsaviorpete8274]

I got an ad underneath for fake service dog vest and I am disappointed right now

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

That is super disappointing. We wish KZbin would let us control who's ads they display. We hate all those fake service dog registrations.

[@lexiethetexieservicedog5610]

As a lower income disabled service dog handler I am glad to have access to less expensive vests like you see on Amazon. The fake registries should be taken down but cheap vests need to be available for people like me who can’t afford to spend $100+ just on a vest. Especially considering most of the impoverished population is disabled individuals who may or may not need a service dog.

[@rachels5645]

The vest isn’t fake, it’s the people who buy the vest with the intent to abuse it. Cue gun control argument analogy, lol.

[@lexiethetexieservicedog5610]

Rachel S preach lmao

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

You're definitely right for the most part, but unfortunately there have also been some ads about how to straight up fake your service dog by getting this doctors note and stuff. It's really disturbing and also doesn't even make sense considering a doctors note is not even a part of the legal requirement for a service animal (it is for an ESA, and that's where a lot of folks get confused).

[@exility8957]

5:27 the old lady on the right leans into view looking at the dog and licking her lips... Ima bit worried for the dogs safety xD

[@donnawilkes4810]

TypiicalGrace oh yeah haha

[@Nitenixu]

TypiicalGrace Yeah I was like “dog you better like back up before something happens to you”

She found her food 🥘

[@urfren6510]

LMAO I didnt notice that

[@rainbowpanda6960]

LMAO

[@fairytaillight1453]

My dog would pass everything except the food test. 😂😂

[@zeferenahuckleby7818]

😆 my first thought to

[@chrishayworth282]

Yeah mine too.

[@MissPeyton8]

That’s what I’m afraid about but we are gonna work extra with that

[@sippintea4570]

I felt this wayyy too much, especially if we were to go into Starbucks 😭 immediate fail big time

[@sinryyl8703]

So I see a lot of people going off about registering service dogs, and I think you guys aren't really understanding the situation. Service dogs are medical equipment. Legally speaking, service animals are the same as a wheelchair or an epipen. To have them have forced registration only adds to the stress of being disabled (anyone with a service animal is disabled, if they are not then its not a service animal under the ADA). I'm currently looking into treatment options for a hearing impairment and I've been considering a service dog. The whole process of getting and training a service dog is already stressful enough. Personally a big reason why I have pause on getting one is because of the amount of attention it draws. I may already have to get hearing aids and FM, which is already more visible than I'd like it to be. If we had to register service dogs, and then show that registration to every shop owner who demands it, that card would presumably have very private medical information on it. I dont want everyone knowing my exact issue. Its already hard to talk about without feeling uncomfortable. Most people will push and push. I do not owe anyone an explaination for why I need medical equipment. If a dog is being a disruption it is perfectly legal to ask the handler and dog to leave. If not then why even bother. If a dog is being well behaved and not bothering anyone, why cause a scene especially when you could be commiting a crime by interfering with a service animal or discriminating against someone with a disability. There are in fact VOLUNTARY registries at some colleges and cities. This is legal under the ADA, but again, it is not forced. It's voluntary and you cannot ask for this identification if you are a store.

[@joanbaczek2575]

Sinryyl all dogs including service dogs must follow town registration laws it’s the only way to document that your dog is up to date on its shots!! Unvaccinated dogs can’t get their town registration tags. There is no such thing as registration as proof of service dog that’s why people are not supposed to ask for service dog registration or papers proving the dog is a service dog. We are allowed to ask I’d it’s a service dog and what it’s tasks are. Emotional support is not a task either!!!

[@amandahodge1869]

But some people do ask for your service dogs Registration as a service dog’s papers cuz they don’t know better. That’s what’s being talked about here

[@jenniferirvine7827]

There is no legal registration they are fake. Service dogs are protected by Federal Law under the ADA.

[@mysticbengals521]

Don't get a service dog. There are lunatics that run HOAs and I'm sure lunatics that run apartment complexes too. You may not live in one now but maybe in the future. These lunatics will demand registration and good luck finding the docs for your doctor to fill out and yes those docs will likely list personal info you do not want in the hands of strangers or near strangers. In the meantime if you get a service dog you could face severe harassment (things like crazy nasty HOA lunatics climbing onto the 6ft block wall behind your patio home/condo and looking repeatedly at your service dog or taking photos of your dog (if you have a sliding glass door or window there they may also be photographing you or seeing you when it is supposed to be private in your home!!!!!) - you could have HOA nuts walking on your condo or townhouse roof (if it is one story) to look into your patio yard to see if the dog is there (it happened to me -- late at night, repeatedly), you could be harassed and kicked out of your housing for not having the official papers they demand and they do not care one bit about the law. They know you have to hire an attorney to enforce the law. Being disabled is not always a lottery winning truth and even if you have plenty of funding right now -- if ever you do not for any reason you may not be able to afford the attorney. Etc.

[@Jay-ut9zl]

@@mysticbengals521 who are you to tell someone to not get a service dog..? Wtf... Just because there are crazy people who dont understand or are judgmental is not a reason to get a service dog if you need one. God some people.....

[@spookyhden10]

such a good service pup

[@katedunno1230]

Your test for the dog was really a good test. I have started working with my dog, he has the diabetic part of the training down with no problem. But the obedience part has been a pain. The problem with him is that he is an adorable dog. He is Chihuahua and silky Terrier. All women and children want to pet him. Because he is so small I only have room on the vest for the "no petting" patch. A one hour training in the mall means saying 300 times please no touch, talk or eye contact. It has gotten so bad a lady followed me and was trying to pet the dog. Before she left she called me a mean bitch. I just laughed at her.

[@katedunno1230]

Pawmarks not at all. people need to learn about service dogs. If I'm having a medical emergency and the dog is being distracted by someone petting him that puts my life in Jeopardy. not mean at all. he is well loved and spoiled

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

Public access training can definitely be more challenging when you've got an extra cute dog. It's tough because people really just think they are being nice by offering to pet the dog, but the don't realize that distracting the dog can put the handler in a dangerous situation. Keep up the good work, and I'm sure you guys will get there. You also mentioned that it's tough to fit patches on your dog's vest, and one thing I've found that works really well is to wear a shirt that says "Service Dog Team Do Not Distract" on myself. I have the letters printed as large as possible across the back of a couple of shirts and hoodies.

[@katedunno1230]

Top Dog Professional Training Thank you for the advice. The shirt for me sounds like a great idea.

[@cellogirl11rw55]

Neon Frost You're not supposed to pet service dogs because it distracts them from their work. There are videos on here of owners falling or having seizures while someone was trying to pet their dog and getting seriously injured as a result. Some people need to learn how to take no for an answer.

[@allisonm.jbrooks8398]

Kate Dunno - Laughing is not a Professional Response. You will not be Respected by Laughing, I assure you.

[@LupusJourney]

Thoroughly, thoroughly enjoyed this video! I have a service dog of nine years, this is our last year together as a working team. He used to be this controlled but not as much because when we moved to California, people everywhere would come up and pet him even though his vest asks them not to. He is pretty obedient, I just think due to age he's becoming more and more jumpy at surprise sounds, even to the point of anxiety. He's been a faithful partner, even training himself on 4 or 5 additional things to his 15 trained tasks. I will get a successor dog from the organization when mine retires later in the year. I just know the work that will be involved in the successor comes in to the point that he learns my conditions and behavors to the point that he learns what to do aside from the things he/she is trained in. I'll keep abreast of your videos, they are sure to help us along! Thank you again!

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

Thanks so much for watching. You bring up a good point! One of the things we try to emphasize to everyone is that dogs are in training for their entire lives, if you start to let them get away with more, they will most definitely take advantage of that.

[@LupusJourney]

Ahhh, she sounds like a heart winner!! The only way to really be effective with that issue is to practice it with her as often as possible. Reward her when she does it correctly. When she doesn't don't reward her but make her redo it until she get's it right before you stop. If you stop before she get's it right she may not make the connection of what you want. Do it several times in a row right and reward her each time. But just be sure when you practice anything with her always stop when it's right not when it's wrong (or give up before she does it correct at least once) so she will always leave with the positive of what it is you want from her so that sticks with her. Keep me posted on how you guys are doing!!! :)

[@lindasummers9823]

I would love to have a retired dog. I'm ,70 so don't want a puppy then something happens to me not fair to dog. I had to put my German shepherd down a few months ago and I love shepherds.

[@SunnyMadoka]

This video really gives me a great guide for what my service dog and I strive to be! He was trained as a service dog when he was older since I suddenly needed one. We still have lots of things we can improve on and every day I consider it to be a learning and training experience! Thank you for the video!!

[@iSPELLinAMERICAN]

I like that when the clipboard dropped he actually seemed to have become more alert, scanned surroundings and made sure area was secure for the handler

[@Ari_love-li]

I love when he dropped the clipboard the dog looks at the handler as if he’s checking if she’s ok from the loud noise super cute 🥰

[@alexanderjohnson8333]

My current SDiT is starting her PA training. She's not amazing but I'm so happy that she's not as bad as I expected. We still need to work on our focusing, ignoring and confidence a lot but she's only been into stores for training a few times! I'm so proud of her.

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

Keep up the good work!

[@rubyh.3838]

Wow. That dog did very good :3

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

Yes she's a great young dog and still improving every day. Thank you for watching.

[@jillhughes4283]

Top Dog Professional Training two way alert d hill

[@Michael_Kelsey]

These dogs are passing tests I'd fail at. If there is ever food in front of me, it will be in my mouth in .02 seconds :p

[@harlows.journey]

Michael Kelsey lol

[@strawberry8703]

I’d fail at the elevator part. Even with mobility issues I’m terrified of elevators 🤣

[@amazoniablue7572]

Agree! Even disabled people would eat it but they require that the poor dog doesnt! Its cruel. When it comes to food and water which are basic and necessary things. Its natural! And yes even when people work they eat anything thats in the office kitchen or wherever! The other things i think the dog did amazing and is so intelligent and lovely but there should be limits! Poor baby.

[@anopinion1349]

@@amazoniablue7572 they.dint not feed and give the dog water while they are working they do however require they don't eat food that's not theirs. You don't while walking past a table filled with food eat it. A service dog should be able to do the same. They are working which most dogs love to do, they are there to keep someone safe if they get distracted at the wrong time it could end with a death It seems cruel if you don't know how well takem care of most of these dogs are I recommend service dog vlogs for a general idea

[@preciousangelsx]

Michael Kelsey LMFAOO 😭

[@necroknudt3158]

*hits blunt* Wait, this dog has healing abilities?

[@amberhyde240]

George Knudtson oh boi not how this works

[@LadyBraveheart2007]

Rotfl, too right.

[@alexha-loer3600]

Where was that

[@andygracia5395]

George Knudtson 😂😂😂

[@sarahharvey9783]

George Knudtson where was that in the video

[@6709LeftzBehind]

This gives me reassurance. I have a dog I've been unintentionally treating like a service dog because I'm undiagnosed. Learning about the ways SDs help has made me realize how much I rely on my dog in the same way. He has also been well socialized to public places, but his training fell to the wayside when my living situation changed. Videos like this give nice clear expectations and are a wonderful resource, so thank you!

[@ruthiesfight]

I’ve seen this video in the past, not knowing I would be watching it again so I know proper etiquette for my own service dog in training

[@nataliescanlan1957]

My service dog was retested recently with these exact same tests (although we also do a transport travel on a bus etc, one of choice). We retest every 3 years in Queensland Australia to ensure dogs and handlers stay up to date and current with their tasking at all times. If the handler gets slack the dog will lose skills, conversely as in my case the handler may lose some skills e.g. mobility and the dog may have needed retraining to suit that. My dog Mindee for example had to be fitted with a mobility vest and learn the command brace when I needed her help to stand up (one hand on her one on chair). Of course these things must be vet checked first to ensure your dog is suitable for this kind of work.

[@sandcreekcoondogs6485]

Love this. I have a service dog in training and I'm owner training so she didn't have to take any test but I did make sure she was 100% house trained, could walk in a heel, could focus on me, and knew atleast one task before taking her into non pet friendly places

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

Keep up the good work! Thanks for watching.

[@kimwilliams3026]

This is awesome to show to ppl who think their pets would be fine in public. My test also included doing the tasks I require from him that make him a service dog such as bracing to help me up from fall, carrying items, pushing lift buttons etc

[@egagnon9994]

What a great team!... This lady did a great job training her service dog!...

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

We'll let her know you said that!

[@birdfellas]

This is the etiquette all dogs should have in public. At a park, on a walk period. Just my personal opinion. Training your dog correctly is not only beneficial to you, the public, but mostly for your dog. It allows me to take my best friend every where with out hassles.

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

In a perfect world that would be the dream come true!

[@birdfellas]

My Alapaha blue blood bulldog x with Gatti pit already does all of what the video shows and then some. He is my service dog in training as well. Seems crazy to me that owners don’t train their dogs. I have buddies with labs, pits, and mixed bread dogs. Not too many people actually have control of their dog. They scream their dogs names for most everything. To come to stop what ever it is they’re doing, to sit, and pretty much cover all reprimands??? Then to see people with working breeds leave the dog in the yard on a chain then wonder why the dog is so crazy is beyond me. I’m actually amazed service dogs need this little of training.

[@rouxz1901]

More often than not people want to touch or feed my service dog without asking or reading the badges on his vest as he is not the normal looking SD. He is a 130 lb European Doberman at 2yrs of age. I needed a tall dog for mobility issues as well as a strong, intelligent dog to help lift me if I fall. I’m deaf and needed a dog to be my ears to alert me to dangers or cars while walking. He has truly been a life saver. My trainers have done an amazing job!

[@Yuuzhanvongg]

130 lbs I doubt it if he is a European doberman. Unless he is on steroids

[@rouxz1901]

@ What might you suspect him of being? His registration paperwork all state European Doberman Pinscher, Purebred. Should I believe your suspicion over his records?

[@enchantingsavant8741]

This here is the standard I'm holding my SDiT to. Awesome team work!

[@nelsilascurain7751]

This baby boy does such a good job! I'm so proud of him!

[@stevebrown2838]

1:30 The dog also passed the dreaded fire hydrant test.

[@elizandranara3519]

My dog is currently in training and this helped me see the little things I should work on. There are local businesses who allow me to bring my dog in even though he is still in training, so he is getting really good at public outings. His heel could use some work, though lol, and his one weakness is children. He loves them, so I'm working on that too lol. He helps me so much :) Thank you for this amazing video!

[@sammcewen4458]

This is a great video of knowing what needs to be done/trained for. I'm starting training with a PTSD service dog and these are amazing guide lines for it. Thank you for the amazing video

[@lesbetts5694]

cool 6 years later still useful info

[@cloudmonkey2686]

Thank you for this video. I'm brand new in the psd world and service dog world in general. I have got my dog to do the tasks and job that are for my personal needs with ptsd (so technically with my diagnosis and her having jobs or tasks related to my disability she's now a service dog?) But I have yet to train her in public because I do not drive so I personally don't want to say she's a service dog nor do I want to parade her around as one til I know she can pass a public access test. I found way too much conflicting info online for service dogs as it is which has hindered my process a lot so for ppl like you to make videos like this it's really helpful for newbies like me so that I now have a guideline to go by and what I should and shouldn't do etc. since I appreciate this video so much I deff subbed haha. Which is my first SUB to a video that isn't music related haha. Keep up the great work and thank you

[@nicolemcadams9357]

Correct, once your dog can show a task that it needed to medically help or prevent an episode then yes, they are a service dog. In the US there is no requirement for the Public Access test, but by passing, it just shows you that your service dog is within the expected behaviors to be out in public.

[@cloudmonkey2686]

Nicole McAdams thank you so much

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

We're so glad you enjoyed the video, and thanks for subscribing. Good luck as you continue to train and work on the public access portion of your team.

[@katedunno1230]

Daniel Malone Hi, I started my dog with general obedience first. He was about a year old. Then I did the medical part of the training. He will always alert to high or low blood sugar. But public training has proven to be difficult. Maybe you can get a friend to take you out for short public outings. Like a park. 30 minutes at first. I then started taking my dog to the bank every week. Then a grocery store. And keep spending more and more time out while asking the dog to perform more and more tasks for you. Let me know how it works for you

[@cloudmonkey2686]

Kate Dunno well today I went to a new home for her around animals she doesn't know and has never been around animals and she did great and did what I asked so we are doing great so far

[@BunnyMalice]

I've been using this to help guide me and my SD while we're out and about! I live where SDiTs are permitted so it's been so wonderful to see his improvement from mediocre to passing with flying colours, and I hope when I feel we're prepared to take the test the trainers are blown away by his progress! I sure am and I've been privy to it every step of the way.

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

Glad you watched! Good luck as you continue to work and strive for an awesome service dog.

[@servicemiraclemolly5509]

This is very useful knowing my service dog is in training.This helped me know what to train with my dog in public.Thank you.

[@JanetMunger-km5lr]

Sandy and I are working on our training. I found that the trainer needs as much training if not more than your dog! Happy training woof woof

[@writerinfact1768]

Quite educational! Thanks for the information. I admire the patience and skill it takes to train a service dog.

[@janedresden379]

Thank you for this video. It's my go to for support when training my first Govt of Ab cert heavy Mobility/PTSD/Resp Great Dane SD. And after 10 yrs. My first dog retired, and my new SDiT Great Dane will take his first test in June 2024. This Video has been suggested by me to other SDiT teams over the years. It's the Best SD PAT video out there. Thank you again

[@melissapayne4805]

I've been working with our new standard poodle (13 weeks old) with intention to train him as a diabetic service dog for hubby. Trying to afford a fully trained dog is out of the question! Thank you for providing what is looked for.

[@katielalonde2924]

Using this as a training checklist for my pup! 5 months old and he's just starting to learn how to go out in public since we live on a campus

[@jorgerivas2931]

Brandon mcmillan is the most gentle, thorough and effective dog i've ever encountered. My friend and i love the dog show and never miss it. So many times we've shed a tear of happiness just seeing a dog's life changed forever when proper training is applied and they go on to live their lives the way they should. I have brandon's book kzbin.infoUgkxK8-VQWpYThx4IC6MiIvb6VS1ebTzzdxq in two formats. Not only the paperback version but also the kindle version to refer to when i don't have the paperback along with me. I have used his methods with my cavalier kc spaniel and turned a non-disciplined furbaby into a companion who has traveled thousands of miles with us across the country. He is a near perfect dog thanks to brandon's methods. I don't get one cent of kickback for recommending brandon but i do it because i love dogs. They deserve to be given a chance. Brandon's mission in life - to rescue dogs and place them in a forever, happy home - is very dear to my heart. I recommend his methods to anyone who has a dog - young or old. I've seen him take even old dogs and teach them. Brandon was an animal trainer before his current mission. His parents were animal trainers. His methods are the best i've ever found. Your furbaby will thank you for spending the money on this book. Don't hesitate - it is worth every cent.

[@rustythegreatandpowerfulla2676]

The one with the best personality for it.

[@melodyacevedo9547]

I hope to do the public access test by the end of the summer with my boy !! super excited for it we've been using this as a guide on how to act in public

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

Melody acevedo Glad we could help! Good luck on your test!

[@sippintea4570]

Can wait to start training my puppy in public, she’s been doing great at home and in outdoor environments but definitely needs some help when we’re in public. Your video showed exactly what we need to do with great explanation. I can’t wait to get started

[@u2yes1dnoedcpsabrinakittyb2]

I'm getting a SD for my anxiety soon and this video is helpful! I have to get it trained to be one!

[@Mei_mcz]

This is super cool to see what service dog tests look like. I’ve been looking and looking on the web to find the different commands and things service dogs are taught to do but have not quite found what I am looking for. I’m trying to write a factually accurate story about a service do trainer. Thank you for showing what tests you do to see if a service dog is ready!

[@nekoempress1]

Even though I won't be training a dog any time soon, this video is informative. A great tool to help businesses understand how they should behave and can handle specific situations better.

[@bellacapulet1933]

We just did our test in this same mall. It was wonderful and now I feel so much safer and independent.

[@Khaos-9653]

Thank you for this informative video. I realize now there are a few things I need to rework on with my service dog. Her initial test she passed, but it's been 2 years since then and I've come to realize I have slacked a bit in my training.

[@itsonlymyoption8070]

All Business Need To Watch This .. Great Video

[@AllThingsAnime2]

Omg the Hulen Mall!! I know this place anywhere. I shop there all the time.

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

Tyler Starr: Small world! Maybe you'll bump into us training there one day!

[@laurenbethhx3]

Tyler Starr oh wow it is the hulen mall huh?? I didn't even notice lol

[@irie1534]

i thought it was parks mall in arlington for second haha

[@loveblue354]

Tyler Starr that's what I realized too! 😂 and same I grew up shopping there. Sorry for commenting on this late tho...

[@loveblue354]

irie haha dang this is a small world

[@sylviagreinkt4276]

This video is well done and it reaffirms that our trainer has done a great job training us. Every day is a day of education for us. Just a thought, grocery stores are crazy. I have had an online sign company make 3 license plates for me " Service Dog (because most people don't understand that there may be other types of Service Animals) Do Not Distract". The Do Not Distract is for my benefit and not my dog. I have carabiners to the plates and hang them on 3 sides of my cart, sometimes it works. I make allowances for children as a matter of teaching them not to be afraid and to teach them what I am doing and why people have Service Animals. My guy wears his vest in most places (depending on the temperatures) and if not I have his vest conspicuously shown (my hand, my ruck or backpack). Education is key for the public, my guy is trained, I wish I could train humans.

[@adventureswithfrodo2721]

there is no official training required so is this just an evaluation Top Dog has Developed? I have been surprised there is no official requirement. I think what you do is good.

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

Tim Barton. Thanks for watching! You are correct. There is no official requirements by law to pass a test, however if a dog is unable to perform some of these tasks in public they can still be asked to leave a public place. So the purpose of this test is more to ensure that the proper standards are met. We did not develop this test. We've just made some very minor tweaks to the original test developed by the Assistance Dogs International organization. We require our service dog teams to pass this test by the time they are two years old. You can get a copy of the test by clicking a link in the description. Thanks again!

[@donnagarross1730]

Tim Barton The US doesn't require a test but Canada does and it is similar to this. This is an International standard of expected behavior.

[@slimebardslug4075]

true. though sadly in canada this dog would have failed. service animals are expected to be robots and sniffing/licking the human who came to great it would have been a fail, also the last moment where it sniffed the food leaving the floor, also the tight leash would have been a question mark. in canada we must pass our exams with a 100% pass.

[@FrancisBoudreau]

There is no official test in Canada for service dogs. As least, not in Quebec. As long as the dog behaves in a good way in public... EDIT : TRUE for Quebec only!

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

Francis Boudreau from our understanding it depends on the province. Some provinces have some very strict requirements.

[@carolemuenzer5490]

This was great to watch, so happy my seventh mo Aussie passes w flying colors.

[@madelynhoxie3904]

Such a good dog, great job!!

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

Madelyn Hoxie Thank you for watching! Glad you enjoyed!

[@smallcarnivore-gi9qm]

This was a really great guide on evaluation! I’m glad my service dog has passed this test :)

[@marcellavito6768]

I think it should be specified that this "test" is not required

[@xephnex]

Marcella Vito I think this is just showing people how this company trains their dogs and the test they need to pass to graduate their program. For the ada this test means nothing but the company might have their own rules with stuff like this.

[@elenacarin9153]

You must not have a very well trained service dog then

[@sarahhebert4855]

Its a pretty standard test, if your dog cant do these things it may be asked to leave, im in CA and we took the same test as this texas company and a friend in denmark lol

[@eiserntorsphantomoftheoper2154]

My dog has learned everything except the down position and being held by a stranger. Now I know what to add to her routine, while perfecting everything else. A lot of this is AKC CGC. Thank you.

[@tyrarathje2680]

Thank you. My daughter wants her dog to become a service dog, or companion, for her autistic son. This video is wonderful in explaining basic training needs.

[@slut4adamcarlsen903]

Tyra Rathje service dogs and companion dogs are completely different and they have totally different rights

[@vincearmstrong5654]

Wow. My boy is a service dog! Haha! Nah, but he IS proficient at (most of) these tasks and behaviors. He's most always off leash, and obeys hand as well as verbal commands. Whata great dog this is! Really interesting to see the evaluation!

[@cynthiamoore353]

Very helpful because of getting my first service dog

[@whatbroicanhave50character35]

6:36 most of this video was "wow thats a well trained dog" for me but this clip was shocking. I didnt even know that was possible. Never seen a dog that wouldnt move for food. Insanely impressive.

[@BritishCuteTV]

Now that's a good doggo

[@sorren0_0.30]

Say HEY if you're GAY HEY

[@sylvie_on]

Hey

[@juliettecep94ify]

It melts my heart to see dogs this well behaved! Good Job Team!

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

Thanks for watching!

[@shabythedog1088]

Such an adorable dog!! omg that face!!!! 💙 too adorable haha!

[@adamchristner007]

I just got my puppy reg as a service dog he is 15 months and I just now started working with him he is really smart but still got ways to go but he is catching on quick I itch my leg he puts his paw on my leg he learned that overnight he loves people I gotta get him used to not liking people I guess he loves people tho he is trained for my ptsd depression anxiety and panic attacks he is well behaved tho traffic is a big part he barks at cars still he is just really protective of me and I told one guy not to let he might bite he goes to let him and he snapped at him he jumped back luckily he didn't get bit I love this dog so much he is my savior bc well some days I just wanna die but he makes me feel better and I hate going out side but with him makes it a little easier for me to go out in public and I let my dog go in first just to make sure it's safe for me to enter

[@sdigf3167]

Why did you waste your money on registration? It isn't required, and no one can ask for it. You got scammed.

[@adamchristner007]

@@sdigf3167 who spent money on registration 🤣

[@morgancalvi6675]

Is that a golden doodle? It is the most beautiful dog I have ever seen...love the hair cut.

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

Morgan Calvi Yes it sure is.

[@thatdude8910]

This will really help I'm looking to get my dog registered to help with my depression during school etc. Thank God for service and esa animals

[@charlieg3674]

Hi, if you are in the united states their is no registration that will hold up in a federal court of law! Also keep in mind that if your dog is an ESA it isn't allowed in public. (I'm not quite sure what you meant so if I misunderstood I'm sorry)

[@cherylrose3191]

Such a good dog but the handler needs to loosen the leash in some parts, she's like kinda dragging the pup

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

You're absolutely correct, and the handler did receive that as one of her major point deductions. Interestingly enough that was never observed with this team during other practice sessions, we think maybe the nerves of being filmed might have made her tense up a little bit.

[@noemierollindedebeaumont1130]

I completly agree with you. I also think she should not pull on the leash when asking the dog to sit because it appears the dog is wearing a prong (correct me if wrong) and everytime she pulls the leash she us correcting that dog WHILE asking a command. Not good, right ? Do you ever test the dogs riding an escalator ?

[@Pikachubaccas]

@@noemierollindedebeaumont1130 not all dogs are trained for escalators because they can be dangerous for the dog when getting on and off of them

[@kimwilliams3026]

Halti or gentle leaders are great for service dogs! We are told no to escalators

[@hannacarnes2823]

Norma Vandever Halties, Prong collars, and E collars are used for communication not control. A dog maybe be listening well but need a correction and that’s fine. They’re dogs not robots. I’m self training my own service dog right now and it can be eye opening.

[@reneeubry9065]

I am doing the obedience training now and then I will do the service do part of the training. Thank you for giving me some of the other things I need to train for. I am pleased with what I am seeing so far but the dog is only about 15 weeks old and a very fast learner.

[@MartialArtist72]

Great video! I'm training an medium sized Australian labradoodle pup for service dog work. He was a Volhard 3. He's 5 months old and doing some PTSD tasks and retrieve tasks already. Two questions: what size labradoodle is in the video and how old was it during this public access testing you did?

[@charlieg3674]

The dog featured is a Goldendoodle and was 2 years old at the time this video was taken. It looks to be medium sized, maybe around 40ish lbs I'm not sure

[@amberblyledge7859]

Mine is in training, going all the places that he can go as a non service dog. We have a lot of work to do, but he’s pretty good.

[@michaelmadsen5005]

such a professional puppy!!!!

[@janedoex8345]

Such an excellent pup. Very well trained, as far as I can see. Always was looking for eye contact with his human , overall very calm and not bothered by anything else. No leash pulling, always at her heels or 2 feet within what is considered heel position. Not shy but not showing any dominance at all. Seems to have a very gentle personality and very trusting towards his human. And the best is he is also so fluffy and petable....(yeah I know, never pet services dogs under any circumstances, unless someone allowed it and they are not actually working)

[@kayleeaanne]

I was literally focused on the dogs tail the whole time

[@joshmorgan4790]

this is basic obedience pretty much. everyone should train their dogs to pass this test. 100% certain my dog could pass this minimum requirement. great vid.

[@elizabethflores9]

What a great dog!

[@bonniedollinger8963]

Impressive how well behaved the dog is, and how well trained the dog is!!!! Excellent job for both the handler and the service dog❗️❗️❗️🎈🎈🎈

[@sarahblackstone5861]

What if someone was severely allergic to the dog? Like stuck on the elevator or something with them?

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

One person's disability cannot hinder another person's rights to a public place. It would be the responsibility of the business owner to reasonably accommodate all disabled persons. That could mean that they have to provide an alternative means of transportation for a person, or seat an allergic person farther away from a person with a service dog, etc. In the case of the elevator it would just come down to common courtesy. Whoever was on first would generally have the right of way, and the second person should wait for the next elevator. I've gone to get on an elevator before when someone covered their mouth with their hand, I asked if they were allergic, they nodded yes, and I said I had no problem waiting for the next one. Courtesy and common sense will go a very long ways in making sure everyone has the right to participate in public activities. Thanks for your question!

[@sarahblackstone5861]

Top Dog Professional Training thank you!!

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

You're welcome!

[@sandymandy_101]

Then it’s the responsibility of that person to inform the owner of the dog or choose to step off. That would be discrimination. And they also should carry the appropriate medication for themselves should they have a reaction. Someone’s clothes could set them off...

[@ashleydearbornsliwa4701]

then they get off before the door closes or they see the dog and they dont get on. either way, they wait for the next one if they werent there first.

[@QWTrucker]

Thank you so much for posting this. I’m in the process of getting a service dog

[@chrishayworth282]

One of the most amazing things I've done is train my own dog. She wasn't quite perfect, but she still passed the test first time. Feel free to ask questions, if I know the answer I'll tell you.

[@Lemonberry429]

Is there like a certain score the dog has to get to pass?

[@sassysandie2865]

What test?

[@MsNoPixel]

3:42 the dog does a head nod to the assistant when she walks by like “hey how are ya”, it was super cute. I’m a dog trainer (self taught) & have trained my dogs to act as service dogs even tho they don’t have papers, let me make it clear that I do NOT call them service dogs nor do they wear service vests, I do however say their taught service commands (their also taught obedience, protection, emotional support, etc).

[@starksark4323]

Big oof. I don't know if you're in the US or not, but service dogs do not have papers. Also teaching "service commands"? What? Service dogs are taught basic obedience, same as any other good dog. The only difference is that they are task trained to help someone with a disability. As a dog trainer, I think it is very important to know things like this. Emotional support is not a service dog task. A potection trained "service dog" is not a thing, and isn't covered by the ADA because service dogs cannot act aggressive in any way, shape or form. I'm just trying to educate. I just can't stand for dog trainers to be uneducated about something so big.

[@starksark4323]

Emotional support animals are also COMPLETELY different than service dogs. They do not have public access rights to non-pet friendly places and shouldn't be represented as service dogs.

[@theo_aetc]

whenever i see a service dog in public i just yell « i love you dog!!! » in my head and hope they get the message

[@brandinshaeffer8970]

My dog does all of these things with literally no training. She has just always been perfect. My friends call her "a perfect dog". The only thing that she would probably fail would be walking by food. She is easily controlled but i do have to keep her on a short leash or she absolutely would walk up and ask very very nicely for a bit of your food 😂 We take her to restaurants all the time and she's very good but if i dropped the leash while walking through tables she would very politely go to a table with food.

[@victoriababer3380]

Same! But mine would be upset if the handler was changed while I left her. Unless she knew her. She loves when her family is together. Well done!

[@echom.2409]

I know he is a professional dog but AWWW you can't say that he isn't at least a little cute . Also I think that's a Macy's or jcpennys , that's the mall I go to , I love that one

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

This was at the Hulen Mall in Fort Worth Texas.

[@echom.2409]

cool so it is the one i go to :)

[@sarahgilliss3503]

That was a Macy's they were in.

[@ednaearly2095]

You did a great job, showing what is required. It made me think about what places to go to while training my dog and what it should look like.

[@TheDude1980]

Incredible dog, I saw no flaws. I wish our gov't would regulate this type of training for all service dogs.

[@MsDarby64]

Skissor 23 so you want to force disabled people to pay to have a specific training? We already have enough to deal with.

[@rachels5645]

Skissor 23 While everyone isn’t able or gifted in animal training, everyone also can’t afford to pay for that service. Instead, I wish our govt put more resources into training dogs FOR disabled people. Of course then we’d worry that it would turn into the organ receiver list, where politics and pay outs are rewarded. It’s a flawed system and i can’t sleep. 😂😩

[@MsDarby64]

Tax payers shouldn't have to pay for government training. It would be a disaster, and it would drive the price of service dogs sky high.

[@rachels5645]

MsDarby64 Unfortunately, the government doesn’t to jack for our veterans, and I fully believe this would be within the realm of their capabilities.

[@sarahgilliss3503]

I'm learning to become a dog trainer. When I become certified, it is my desire to open a non-profit "school" specifically geared towards helping people train their service dog.

[@PawsuasiveDogTeaching]

Cant wait till I have my Ruby this calm. I figure I got about another year before she will be ready. Ruby has half of this stuff already down. She is really good about not jumping out of the car until called. She also will leave my plate of food alone even when I am not in the room. She makes all sorts of funny noises though. She really good at the leave it but hates leaving it lol. I plan on posting a lot of dog teaching videos on my youtube channel. Need to move a bunch from my main channel to this dog teaching channel.

[@ryleighwatson8335]

I don't Even have a service dog I just came to see the doggy

[@-touya_todoroki]

Im doing an assessment test today wanted to touch up, cant wait to see if my dog passes. I plan to do 2 one while shes still in training and one when shes about to be classed as "done with training"

[@American_fodder]

My service dog went through much more difficult testing. I am fiercely angry at all the fake service dogs I ran into in Arizona. There needs to be an official test so those who are disabled and trained their own dog has the opportunity to make it an official working dog. I would be happy to show some id if it would limit the number of fakes out there.

[@drxl34]

The reason why there is no test is because it puts more requirements and burden on the disabled. The ADA allows service dogs without requirements because it is up to the discretion of the disabled how they treat their illness. I think it would be counter productive to force the disabled to pay even more money in fees and registrations. It would be like a tax to the disabled. Personally I think each dog should be treated by a case by case basis. If a "fake" service dog is behaving genuinely and is not a burden then why does it matter?

[@drxl34]

Frankly, I have seen some service dogs that have gone through hundreds of hours of training and still aren't near perfect. Some dogs are just better. Some breeds are better. Some service dogs don't need to do that many commands. Some just need to hang out near your mouth to smell your blood sugar but don't even need to know how to heel properly. I guess my point is it's really hard to determine which is fake and which is not.

[@jessicatremain335]

I have a self-trained seizure alert and response dog who is far from a fake but is not as calm as the dog shown here but nevertheless is responsive to commands, heals, follows and is non aggressive. He would fail the walk away test though, as he is trained to stay with me and not 'let' me walk off. He 'talks'(whimper,whine) a lot and this is part of his alerting behaviour. He will display anxious behaviour before I have a seizure and will 'talk' until I sit/lay down and he can begin deep pressure stimulation. If I do not respond to him, he alerts family members. Once a seizure begins, he provides deep tissue stimulation to my chest, clears my airways and forces air into my nose...Almost like CPR. Since I have had him I have not succumbed to status seizures where the episode either lasts for >5minutes or I go into a round of one seizure after the other, requiring heavy meds and induced coma. When I am post-ictal, my behaviour reverts to that of a young child and everything startles me. I do not recognise anybody (even my children and husband) but I am comforted by my dog who will not leave my side and makes me stay down. This is important as I used to wander around after a seizure and if it had been unwitnessed then I could cross roads, board public transport, talk to strangers and end up in all sorts of strange places before my true consciousness returned. I have complete amnesia for up to 1 hour following a seizure. Having my boy with me and no longer having to fear the unknown whenever I am alone or leave the house has reduced my stress and anxiety which has also seen a reduction in my seizures. He is my hero and I would challenge anyone who tried to dismiss him as a fake.

[@ambivalentdisaster673]

Jessi Tee , ❤️

[@skywolf716]

That would make it harder for people who need them to get a SD then, the IDs would most likely have to be paid for and a lot

[@jayrogil7091]

Wao, it's Incredible how service dogs are trained. Thank you for sharing

[@Kay-ev5re]

What breed is the dog? Is it hypoallergenic? Thank you.

[@TopDogProfessionalTraining]

Kay Thanks for watching. This is a doodle. There is technically no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog. Poodles and doodles are sometimes referred to as hypoallergenic, but this is misleading. Poodles and doodles do work out better for some dog allergy sufferers because they shed less and therefor leave less pet dander around them.

[@coreyd9689]

Top Dog Professional Training I also have a doodle

[@donaldmorrison8783]

This should be a teaching at every business

[@jacencko011]

Have you seen the KZbinr: Service Dog Paws? Something just seems off with her.

[@izzyandobi2375]

Yep

[@aviswhite3469]

What a good dog! So calm and well-behaved!

[@benperrine1865]

it just how my nokie dog is and he had months of training

[@kathleencraig3804]

thank you...that is a first class service dog. Mine is at beginning of training but has along ways to go