At Independent K-9, trainers Erin and Jess bring over a decade of experience in training and placing service dogs, with nearly 100 successful placements. Our programs are designed to create reliable, confident service dog teams tailored to each individual’s unique needs.
We have experience training service dogs for a wide range of disabilities, including:
Anxiety & Depressive Disorders
PTSD, Trauma, and Stress-Related Disorders
Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders
POTS & Dysautonomia
Autism
Cerebral Palsy
Hearing Assistance
Mobility Assistance
Diabetes Alert
And more
Every service dog journey starts with understanding you.
We begin with an in-depth consultation to learn about your lifestyle, needs, and goals. From there, we create a customized training plan and contract outlining the expected training timeline and structure.
Our service dog programs typically range from $8,000 to $15,000 (plus tax) and are paid over the course of your 1.5 to 2.5 year training program.
10% down payment required to begin
Flexible monthly payment options
Contract outlines minimum training required for certification
We can:
Help you select the right dog or puppy (we work with trusted breeders)
Evaluate a dog you already own to determine suitability
Begins as early as 8–16 weeks old • Focus on foundational skills, confidence, and early development
• Typically starts around 6–9 months • Builds reliable obedience and behavior in public environments • Introduction to early task work (retrieval, harness work, etc.)
• Advanced, disability-specific task training • Final polishing and reliability work • Preparation for certification At the end of training, you and your dog will complete the Independent K-9 Public Access Test. Upon passing, you’ll receive a certification letter confirming your dog as a working service dog. Note: Final phase and certification require the contract to be fully (or nearly fully) paid.
Once you’re certified—you’re not on your own.
We provide:
Lifetime training support
Continued guidance as your needs evolve
Optional refresher training
Recertification every 1–2 years (as needed)
You’re always welcome to reach out, visit, and continue growing with your dog.
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