Course curriculum

  • 01
    Before You Begin
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    • Welcome!
  • 02
    MD Dogs Dog Training Foundations
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    • General Training Techniques
    • Treats and their Uses
    • Training Equipment & Tools
    • Calming Signals
    • Obedience & Public Access Training
    • Example Weekly Training Schedule
    • Quiz 1
  • 03
    United States Service Dog Laws
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    • Not from the US? Read This First!
    • Americans with Disabilities Act
    • Fair Housing Act
    • Air Carrier Access Act
    • Know the difference - Service vs Therapy vs Emotional Support
    • Quiz 2
  • 04
    MD Dogs Standards
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    • Verification Standards "Need to Know"
    • MD Dogs Standards of Health & Hygiene
    • MD Dogs Standards of Public Access
    • MD Dogs Standards of Temperament
    • MD Dogs Standards of Alerting
    • MD Dogs Standards when Off Duty
    • Quiz 3
  • 05
    Next Steps for your Verification!
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    • Alert Log Instructions
    • Scent Discrimination Video Instructions
    • Public Access Test Instructions
  • 06
    Ready to Submit your Application?
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    • Use this form to send in your application!