How To Make Your Dog a Service Dog
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I can't imagine seeing a random miniature pony roaming around as a service animal
For real🤣
Me too! So when I got my service dog and went to a week's worth of training, someone asked and the owner/trainer explained that they can be potty trained and are basically no bigger than say a German Shepard or Golden! she also said, they can curl up on the floor just like dogs!! Apparently, the miniature horses are able to do everything a service dog can do, but often times can provide more comfort, perhaps someone who needs a service animal, but is allergic to dogs...just an example. I have never seen one in person. but being a counselor, I have been to equestrian (spelling?) therapy sessions with clients, but no mini's around! :) Our animal kingdom that we have been blessed to have is sooooo amazing!!
Miniature horses also are viable as service animals 3 times longer than a canine!
They also need a set of tennis shoes to cover their hooves! Shoes keep them from marring and slipping on floor surfaces.
No service animal is allowed to roam around off leash unless the leash interferes with a service it provides.
Lol
I thought this was going to be another scam video, I was very pleased to be wrong about that. thank you for speaking about the legal way to make your dog a service dog.
Thanks for watching!
farmboy Davis1 minute agoI have been approved for a service dog but my landlord has made it clear if I get one I have to move I'm worried because I cant afford to move so I have been trying to make it around with out my service dog what should I do. because I have trouble moving around and getting basic things like food and others things
no he can't make you move. get in touch with your disability discrimination member in your area. he will fight on your behalf.
scam video?
First time seeing one of her videos, and I originally thought it was a scam too. A pleasant surprise to see her go right down the line of true service dog requirements and use - and point out the offenses as well. Particularly liked her appeal to not give true service dogs and their handlers a bad name by trying to scam the system.
I love service dogs! Every time I see one, I am so tempted to pet it, but I know I can't, because it's doing such a good job! I can't distract it. I never have, don't worry. They are wonderful and how they help people every day is truly amazing.
Caitlin Williams people always distract my SDit
Caitlin Williams ppl are always distracting my SD. it annoys me. like dude u don't know what he is for. distracting him could be life threatening. would u start missing with someone's wheelchair or insulin pump? no? then don't distract my medical equipment. I understand when someone doesn't see his tags at first, but it is soo rude when they do and I have told them multiple times not to. like really stop u are rude af. and endangering my life. so Caitlin thank you for being respectful. it's a breath of fresh air because so many ppl arnt
my friend trained her dog to be a service dog, and she was telling me how people kept coming up and petting him without her permission and distracting him from his training. if i see a dog in a shopping mall or anywhere to be honest even a pet dog i always ask permission to pet said dog its being respectful to do so.
Angie Shipley Your medical equipment? I can understand you not wanting people to distract your dog, but I would hope you give your "medical equipment" love and affection. He's still a feeling, breathing piece of machinery. I would hope you love your dog.
Gigi soglamorousipeeglitter legally that's what they are, medical equipment not pets obviously. They are living breathing animals but they're medical equipment to someone, that's not a bad thing, and saying they are doesn't mean you don't love them it's not meant to be a bad label because it's what they truly are
youre very well spoken on the topic and make it clear that people can not just take their pets with them wherever and call them service dogs. nice video.
Thanks!
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When I got my puppy she started whinning 2 minutes before I start having my attacks. We imidatly started traning her. She works hard and gets spoiled. I do recommend pet smart behavioural training for basics!! It has helped my puppy hyperness and focus around other dogs so much!
If you don't have a disability requiring a service dog, don't pretend your dog is a service dog. I'd rather not be disabled & my dog could just be a regular dog.
You can’t control us and tell us what to do just because you want to.
BK Morris is the right don’t judge it
Thankyou! Fake service dogs are such a problem.
Dawg The Dog You can literally go to jail for faking a service animal. Stop being rude and learn some fucking manners.
Stumpy and Me Do you want to hurt others? Do you want a real service animal to be distracted and you could KILL someone because you wanted to take your dog somewhere it can’t go for your own personal pleasure? That’s selfish.
i have a service dog for my anxiety panic attacks depression and my blood sugar .
oceanna_ Alien cool, I’m getting one for my fast heart rate, anxiety, and somewhat depression
I'm getting mine for ptsd and neurological paralysis.
Ocean Conner same and I have panic attacks so it’s scary
Emery and Nelly’s Chanel same I have PTSD and panic attack disorder so it’s hella stressful for me.
I'm training mine for my depression
I’m getting a service dog I told my friends about it and one said oh I need a service dog too and I was like ummm no btw it’s going to be a anxiety attack alert dog
Allie Cat I might get one too !!!!!!
Same! My german shepherd a service dog, hes been in service for 1 week! Hes already helped me with 5 anxiety attacks!
Spirit1 Gardian thats awesome! Sounds like he was a fast learner
Temperament and TRAINING! You have to be willing to put in hundreds of hours of training to complete the tasks that someone with a disability needs them to complete...even if you pay someone thousands of dollars to train your dog...you have to continue that training once they are home with you. It's a RESPONSIBILITY - NOT A PRIVILEGE.
That is very true, you do have to continue training.
Tina Jackson soooo very true my service dog still isn’t perfect and it will never be, it’s ALOT of work having a dog, and it’s ALOT HARDER to own a service animal. cream (my Bernese mountain dog service dog) helps me with my agoraphobia/anxiety, even though it seems cool to have a service dog, its really not as fun as you may think, you get stoped a lot and you have to deal with people that know anything about this, so they pet your service animal or talk to it and it’s hard to deal with it, especially when your a small teen that can’t control her emotions (I have agoraphobia, it’s not just me being a moody teen)
Kalora4life my dog is still a puppy, and does all the stuff like bark at people and get excited. She is still very young so, do I give up on trying to make her a service dog because of these temperaments, or are temperaments able to be trained away.
My chihuahua mix was an ESA for my mom, until she passed! He’s very good at comforting, and he also naturally detects my anxiety attacks and panic attacks! (I am not claiming he is an SD in any way, he is a senior that is aggressive to anyone outside of our family) but today I was panicking bc my dad was screaming at me for defending my brother, and Titan (my dog) laid down on my lap and put his legs up on my chest. He blocked me from grabbing my neck (which I do when having a panic attack, typically grabbing till it’s raw) and comforted me which lowered the effects of the attack and brought me back to reality! He’s no service dog, I’m not even diagnosed with an anxiety disorder (but I think I have three, panic disorder GAD and SAD) bc my dad scares me sometimes, when he’s really mad. Just wanted to share what my little chihuahua mix rescue could do!
Edit: Whoops! I meant verbally defending my brother. My dad was trying to force him into this camp that he didn’t want to go to and I told him that since he was always claiming we should be adults (I’m only 11) that he should let my brother make that desicion.
You are a great advocate for the disabled and service dog owners.
I wish my mom would let me get one..I get seizures and my doctor said I should think about getting one but my mom thinks it's not necessary 🥺
I'm getting a PSD! Got my letter from my health care team, and found the right size! I have borderline agoraphobia, as well as major depression, PSTD and anxiety! She will be taught to search among other things!
I didn't know that I could get a service dog for my epilepsy, cool
Had a service dog for my epilepsy since i was little. Since I was born ive had seizures, doctors were concerned because I was a baby and a quiet one. I've also had multiple other disorders. It's quite helpful having a dog around able to get attention if u need it too
Thank you so much for this video! I suffer with really bad anxiety! Like a 5 minute trip to Walmart would work me up!
I just got a service dog, she is a psychiatric service dog 🐶
Same!
Rachael Fairleigh do you mind if I contact you about it ? I've been struggling to find someone with a psychiatric service dog. Do you have email?
I also have a PSD, she's a Border Collie mix. Her ig: @service.dog.sugar
Rachael Fairleigh lucky I need one for my GAD
Same! He's in training, but he's a good boi
This was so helpful! I have two disabilities that were recently diagnosed and it was suggested I get a SD. I just got a 5 month old dog as well, and during some basic tests with training/vet we think she could be a good candidate! This was so helpful. I can't afford to get a dog from an agency and now I think I could take on the training (with some help) myself.
This video was released the day my service pupper was born!
I am training my puppy to become a service dog for my ptsd I appreciated this so much! Subscribed right away! 😊🙏🏻
Amazing information! Accurate and on point! I wish all owner trainers were this knowledgeable!
I thought this was going to be a "here is how to register" video😂thankyou for being so considerant :)
Thank you so much u worded that perfectly I am 13 and have a rare type of muscular dystrophy I have been training my big dog since she was a puppy to perform tasks and I wasn't for sure if I could bring her with me or had to be certified and thank u so much for clearing that up my dog whom is a Siberian husky i trained to pick up items and press buttons that I can't reach. as in wheelchair door open buttons, light switches, elevator buttons. I thank u so much for your help!!!!
I work at an animal shelter and my grandmother is getting old and can't do as much.i have checked with many people and my grandmothers doctor and I'm thinking about getting her a service dog and training it since I have trained many dogs and know some people who have trained service dogs.this video was very helpful. Thanks😊👍🏼
Absolutely love this video, and always direct people to it when they ask questions! Thank you for explaining so well!
that's awesome, thank you!!
Put remember if you are a handler in training and so is your dog! It's okay to have days where its rough during the training process, just remember to redirect the dog and move on. Dogs are dogs and they aren't perfect so it's okay to have a bad day. Such as ( your dog accidentally looks at a child and wags it tail or something minor ) but you redirect it. and it's all good. If its something major mistake (jumps in public but not destructive just playful ) go outside and get it back into training mode and then continue with the day. Its gonna be okay! You got this!
This video just crushed my dreams
You are a big inspiration to people interested in animal care and more (Like me)!! Thank you so much for your information someday I WANT TO BE LIKE YOU!!
Thank you so much for this video! I have a past with epilepsy, and I’ve been looking into training my dog to be a service dog😊
I really need a service dog for my GAD, bipolar, and major depression. My my parents don’t care and they think it’s funny that I need a service dog. I just wish they understood me
EXCELLENT VIDEO! THANK YOU!
As a person with the need for a trained service dog....THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU. I had my agency trained service dog walking in a restaurant, when suddenly a table we were walking by a dog popped out (large and pitbull like) started aggressively barking and lunging at my dog. My dog just stood there looking at the dog like "what are you doing dude??" LOL...But it was very scary....thank God the group at the table stopped this dog before he got to my dog. I was scared for my dog...ready to fall down in front of my dog. First, I love my dog, but I also DEPEND on her for what she does for me. I am usually a quiet introvert....but I was so shocked that I blurted out...THAT DOG IS NOT A SERVICE DOG. The man, I guess the one who claimed this dog, claimed his dog just wanted to say HI to my dog....(good one dude, except real SERVICE DOGS would NEVER want to just say HI at all let alone by barking and aggressively lunging) He (the man) then continued to harass me even three tables away claiming that I didn't know anything about ADA and he is a veteran....I said yes I do and that dog is not a trained service animal. He, in his anger asked if I wanted to see his card he carries. I said yes please and tell me what website you bought it off of...LOL....he turned in his seat and didn't say another word!! Of course I never say the Now just so you know....if that dog had been able to get away from that guy and attack (behavior showed attack mode) my dog.....I WOULD HAVE SUED HIM AND THE RESTAURANT. Part of the lawsuit would be the fact that a trained animal costs thousands of dollars, but I depend on my dog, for my life (no exaggeration) and of course I have a very deep love for my special service "puppy", actually 8 years old now. The second part would be for him trying to pass the dog off as a service dog. So PLEASE people, this guy may not have know his dog would react that way and thought he could "get away" with it, know that not only falsifying a dog as a service animal hurts people that really need one, but your pet being passed off as service, could be unpredictable. Service animals are trained for around or more than 18 months after birth. I wish there was a way to protect our noble Service Dogs who give up basically their puppyhood for a great cause by somehow weeding out the "fake service dogs". (don't misread that....the puppies get to play, but their play consists of what they will need to do for their owners, instead of say....play tug of war. just an example. IMO Service Dogs earn extra stars for being so highly trained.
i’m planning on owner training a black lab puppy i’m getting at the end of april and watching this just made me realize how hard this is going to be but i’m definitely up to the challenge!
well im bipolar and have ptsd and i have a 5 yr old fixed female mini poodle mix i also get sick and my anxiety doesnt allow me to leave the house
mattia dizard I would recommend a service dog
I would recommend a service dog! Here is some info!
There are different branches of service dogs. Medical alert SDs (Service dogs,) alert their handlers before something like a seizure, pass-out spell, ect., occurs.
Mobility support SDs are usually large and can pull wheelchairs, let their handler brace on them, and pull forward.
Seeing eye and hearing SDs, guide their handler, or alert them, ect.
Psychiatric SDs are for mental disabilities, such as being Bipolar, Anxiety, Austim, PTSD, ect. I have a Psychiatric SD. If you got one, with the disabilities that you are explaining you have, you would get a Psychiatric SD.
Do I qualify for a SD?
Ask a psychiatrist. To qualify for a SD, your mental or physical disability must affect two or more of your daily tasks. Ex: Going to work or school, going to the store, ect. If so, think about if having a SD will positively or negatively affect your disability. In some cases, it will negatively affect it. With a SD, lots of people will ask you questions about it and why you need it.
Can my pet be trained as a SD?
Yes! As long as the dog is food motivated, good with dogs, kids, and cats, and potty trained. Heres some Psychiatric SD tasks:
Providing “deep pressure therapy” to minimize the severity and duration of anxiety or panic attacks. This involves the dog using his weight, to apply pressure to the handler’s body, in places that typically elicit a calming effect.
Using the following behaviors to alert, interrupt or alleviate anxiety or panic: licking the handler’s face or hands, pawing at the handler and otherwise physically engaging the handler.
Assisting the handler, who experiences visual or auditory hallucinations by indicating whether something is or is not present.
Assisting handler with Night Terrors by: waking up handler from night terrors, turning on lights, bringing emergency medications, waking up a family member and taking additional action that may be needed to help the handler calm down.
Leading handler to a safe place during anxiety or panic attacks.
Alerting to impending panic attacks, anxiety attacks.
Responding to suicidal ideation by interrupting morbid thoughts, alerting another person that help is needed, bringing the handler a phone or calling 911 on a phone equipped for the dog to use.
Reminding handler to take medication.
Guiding handler home or to a safe place during times of memory loss or a associative episode.
Interrupting self harming behavior.
You need to get a professional trainer to help you.
You can also buy a vest offline.
Do I need an ID?
Nope! Don't pay for those internet scams! Store or restaurant employees can only ask two questions: Is this a service dog?
And: What task does it preform for you?
Its illegal for them to ask your disability, or for ID or proof. All you need is to be 100% disabled- Mentally or physically, and a perfectly trained dog. THE DOG MUST BE TRAINED TO DO AT LEAST ONE TASK OR IT'S CONSIDERED AN ESA (Emotional Support Animal.) NOT A SD.
Josie McDonell this helped me a lot i have severe anxiety and my dog helps me by laying on my lap or letting me lay on her and pet her or getting me to sit down so she can lick me and get my breathing back to normal
All the people here are stupid saying you need a SD. You don't need a SD you would need a ESD
bay19 psychiatric service dogs are very real and important. They can alert to anxiety attacks, provide security in public spaces, maintain perimeters to help their handler feel safer, provide deep pressure therapy to calm, and other legitimate service tasks. Please don't judge what you do not know. PTSD is considered a disability under the ADA and absolutely a great candidate for having a service animal. Don't judge what you don't know.
Great video! A lot of people get Service Dogs and Emotional Support Animals confused. We have an infographic coming out soon to help clarify the differences.
+CertaPet Thank you! Yes, they are often confused, even with therapy dogs.
Thank you for your video. I passed clicking it so many times, afraid what I might see then leaving a comment not agreeing. I was a dog trainer but because of medical had to give it up. Also I agree a service dog needs a better trainer then pet stores (who's training is very short). I hated when people would ask me to make their dog a service dog for wrong reasons. Thank you for the video.
nice tutorial about a correct size for certain illness. love how you also enforcing physical health of the dog. some days the moise of public environment can create a distractions, creating a bad day for a tired service dog...just like humans who get cranky, so do dogs and do looking forward to home to relax a bit
That was excellent. You were very clear and accurate.
SD’s help with anxiety attacks which happen quite frequently for me
This helped so much! I have a cockapoo and my family are going to start training him for my disability he is doing well so far and we orderd him a service dog vest. Thank you so much!
Edit: New subscriber!
Make sure you dont take him out in that vest until he has finished training. :)
Happy Tails The service vest is a in training vest. When we got him he could already do most of the tasks! He just needs to earn to focus and to help with my anxiety attacks. This channel helps so much! Thank you for all of this help 💜💜💜💜
Still one of my favourite service dog videos ❤️❤️❤️
Great video thank you for educating people. Also giving people a direction for a possibly of having that extra security a service dog gives.
I was lucky to be able to train my Geist as a diabetic alert dog. He also was showing a natural alert. Which start our journey on this endeavor after much research. I was lucky also to have trained animals as a career. But I did and do rely on a professional that works with service dogs.
It also helps when in the process of training if you are the trainer to keep logs of the process. Recording the self training keeps a record for showing the dog completed learning the tasks needed for that type of service dog. Should any serious questions arise on the ability of your dog.
Thank you!
hi any tips to train my dog for my diabetes?
+Jay York I believe there are a few books on Amazon that help.. It's really complicated, but I would get a book to really explain. My sister has a diabetic alert dog. It's really amazing. But if you want a dog that has the lines of a DAD (diabetic alert dog) I would look into "Tattle Tail scent dogs". Yes spelled exactly like that. It's a great program and will be having a litter soon. You can also sign up for their classes, they are online classes but you must pay for it. It's around $40 a class. But it really helps. Hope this helps 😊
+EquineZoe thanks where are they located
+Jay York I agree there are books you can research like Training Your Diabetic Alert Dog
by Rita Martinez CPDT-K, Sue Barns Ph.D. There are others out there also. I would recommend having a trainer available to help you one hopefully experience in service dogs and scent training. . Do your research first get as much info. There are trainers that offer classes like one in Seattle who travels but I don't know how good the classes are as I have not participated in them.
I know obedience is number one. You have to have a dog focused on work and mannered. You have to be consistent in your training. Good thing to do is log your progress. Be positive in your training and patient. Lots of thing to do. But do the research and be honest with yourself if you are capable of training or if your dog is a good candidate. Some dogs and people find training difficult and some dogs aren't right for the work at hand.
Great video, very informative. Just a little constructive tip, maybe the next video could be done in another room, because the birds chirping was very distracting, love birds tho, but your mic picked up a lot, so much that it sounded like they were in the room with me, Lol ! Keep up the great work and thank you!
maybe they are service birds...j/k
I've been diagnosed with crps since 2008. I actually adopted mine from the local humane society.
shortly after I adopted her I noticed that she had a really weird way of being able to break the pain and anxiety cycle as more pain more more anxiety (increased heart rate). And I took the long, long time of 4 years of training her and I took her to my local service dog school and they said that I was successfully able to train her.
however due to my illness I require a walker and I find it's just easier to have her in a infant car seat travel system.
EXCELLENT, EXCELLENT VIDEO! Thank you so much for you professional knowledge and input on the indisputable facts. God Bless
DITTO ❤
So if someone is born visually impaired they can get a service dog right
Mary mahaney Yes 😊
Eyes on Mary Mahaney with a prescription from a doctor not the internet
Yes
No disability no service dog?
+Ye Aung yup
😥Is there any other way to make more important or acceptable to my dog ??
Ye Aung sorry, I don't understand what you are asking. What do you want to do with your dog?
Happy Tails some places don't accept my dog but service dogs
+Ye Aung yes that's because there are rules against taking pets into some public places. You can't just take your pet everywhere with you.
I have anxiety. My parents say that I don’t need one, but I think I need one. I have a chihuahua that I’m training. She would be an anxiety alert dog. Sometimes when I have an anxiety attack, I shut down. She listens great. She already knows sit, stay,down,focus,and some alerts!
This video is wayyyyyyy better!!!!!! Info is on point
so from my understanding, you have your disability and have your dog trained and it's essentially a service dog then? you don't need to register it as such?
In america youre not legally required too register/carry an ids for service animals! A store also cant ask you for 'proof' or ask you about your disability. However service animals are highly trained animals, and they have too be trained too do at least one specific task their handler is unable too do so for themselves. (Pick up an object, stablize their handler, or alert their handler of a upcoming seizure.) If youre confident in your training skills you hypothetically could train your own dog depending on its purpose, and once its trained you can take it out in public. Vests and registration help you gain access since youll get questioned less and seem more creditable.
KevinxDoll there is no registration process for a service dog in the US all of those sights are fake and are scams
KevinxDoll It depends where you live. I'm in Vermont, and we go by federal law. people may ask if your dog is a device dog, and what it is trained for. they may not ask about your disability. Across state lines in New Hampshire, they have stricter state laws. Dogs and handlers must be identified by vests and lanyards.
what sort of lanyards? And do the vests have to say service dog? I'm not sure how strict the identification of a service dog has to be in my own state of Nevada but just in case
Antimatics from what ive read you dont need a lanyard or vest.
I got a dog from a shelter and I got the dog only because she was in a accident with my brother, and 2 other people, one of the people had seizures and the dog was their service dog. I have seizures and I want to know what I would have to do if my dog is already trained, and stuff
If they are already trained that’s it get a letter from your doctor
Ohhh, I thought you were going to show some actual training, but you gave great information here thanx!
I don’t know if this was the best video bc now I feel a lot of people are going to try to make there dog a service dog without a disability
I have a question, I have really bad separation anxiety/depression and I've had it for 3 years. My parents and I have thought about getting me a service dog since being alone triggers these problems. Do you think this is the right treatment? What dog would you recommend.
+Autumm it can be a good idea if you know what the dog needs to do to help you with your condition, he does need to do a physical task for you.
+Rose Wright just because someone has anxiety does not mean they need an esa. Service dogs do perform task work for psychiatric disorders. You can have a service dog for anxiety.
i would get a golden retriever bc they are the best types of dogs
Try asking yourself some questions. This may help some if trying to figure out if a service dog is the right fit for you.
1. Are your issues disabling?
2. Do dogs help you with your anxiety/depression.
3. Are you able to care for a dog.
4. Are you able to effectively train/afford a service dog. (Acquiring a trained service dog ranges, but is usually around $20,000)
5. Are you ok with dealing with the public (people talking to you, trying to pet dog.)
Now if being alone is the issue I would suggest an ESA if your housing doesn't allow pets, of course no one knows you better than yourself and if you'd need the dog out in public.
As for breeds Golden Retrievers and Labs are a great fit, German Shepherds are also common but make sure to find a breeder who breeds for a calm temperament. I do not suggest doodles as they're known to have behavioral issues.
I wish you luck!
I was excited until the ‘must behave 100%’ Nope, 100% no she does not😂 your reputation is safe, I will not tarnish it with my velociraptor disguised as a chihuahua. She has supported a lot of people in a lot of terminal situations but still not up to par.
You have a great channel and informative videos, well done. 💕
Oh I’ve seen a chihuahua a service dog! You just have to work hard
this video is extremely informative thank you very very much for going above and beyond with explaining all of the Necessities such as service dog must have I'm just now beginning my journey of looking into getting a service dog to help with my fibromyalgia and anxiety and PTSD problems and have been specifically looking for dogs that would help with fibromyalgia patients it literally brought tears to my eyes that you mentioned that people like me do have a reason and a disability that would apply for a service dog so many people assume but as you said since you can look at me and think I'm healthy but there's nothing wrong thank you for your kindness and for a wonderful video subscribed
I am so happy to hear you enjoyed the video! Good luck, I hope you find the right dog soon!
You are so good at explaining thank you
My dog changed my life I get anxiety attacks
And usually I scratch my pals auntie there red
Clench my teeth until they hurt shake my hands etc
And he stops me from doing those things
is that considered a service dog
Minstrawberry0gurt ! Few questions: Did you train him to do these things? is he trained for public access? Do you have a diagnosed disability?
does it count as being diagnosed if I was put into a psych hospital for anxiety and depression.
+Christina Wooten it depends on what your medical record says. You should ask you doctor.
Concha is my SDiT and I love her she has saved my live many times
People shame me all the time for wanting to make my dog belle a service dog all the time thank you for this video I can finally prove the haters wrong
I have a brain injury as a result of a stroke and suffer from anxiety now.
equestrian 15 (or the anxiety depending on how disabling it is)
Um..okay...
I have my service dog for neurological disorders. On top of ptsd. The dog does help with anxiety. I can actualy stay home alone for the first time in 5 years. Go out of the house. I still have anxiety when I have my attacks but I know my dog is right there if I pass out or can not move.
I have horrible anxiety, I dont know if I would need a service dog, or just an emotional support animal, or if I'm just overreacting... I don't faint, every once on a occasion, I get really dizzy and have to sit down, but I mostly have really bad anxiety attacks and/or panic attacks. I cry heavily, I twitch, and turn uncontrollably, my breathing becomes short, rough, fast, breaths, I can bearly move around, and they last about 1 minute to 2 minutes. My mom is an RN, and I don't want to ask her for anything until I'm sure I should probably get one. I am not directly diagnosed by a doctor yet, and I am on an anxiety pill called Kava Kava sense I refuse to take the drug, but I'm not sure if I really need help, or if I'm just being a big baby. I feel like my anxiety is getting worse and worse, I probably have major panic attacks 3 or 4 times a week, but I don't know if I really need help for it. My mom is very stricked when it comes to health/mental health. She doesn't just take an exuse and leave it. I'm 13 years old, and I've felt like somthing has been wrong with me for a long time now. Someone please tell me, do I need help? Or am I just overreacting. Please tell me.
"The rest is in the replies."
Another thing is, I'm horrible in public, if I don't have someone directly with me, I freak out, I can bearly talk on the phone with people, I have a small panic attack everytime someone looks at me, I don't have any friends, and half my family is extremely aggressive which triggers the majority of my panic attacks. I really don't know what to do.... I have two dogs, but one my brother completely hogs, and the dog that I like to be with is addicted to my step-dad. Please give me answers.
You need to take the medication if you want to get better
Exercise helps too and maybe you can get a bunny or something to help but I was the same way didn’t wanna take the medication until I had multiple panic attacks a day and couldn’t sleep or eat TAKE YOUR MEDICINE before it gets worse
WhiteMoon Shadow dogs can help you with your panic attacks. Ik I will scratch at myself a lot my dog kinda moves my hand to stop me and tries to distract me. But still take medication it helps
Take the medication, do some yoga, meditation seems crazy but it does help, get an animal friend to be by your side and go on walks with him or her by your side until you feel more open to being in public. I had terrible anxiety, let me tell you...its hell but its your hell. Not anyone elses, that means people who havent lived it can't reallt help you a lot. People can support you though, so talk about it and make them understand it. Only you can get yourself out of it. Nothing will change if you don't change. Start slow and don't give up, its okay to cry, by all means cry your heart out. You can get through it man
Some of things that "disqualify" a service dog from working can be corrected and trained to stop as well like pulling on the leash that doesn't automatically make them unqualified for work my service dog used to pull on her leash and now she doesn't also sniffing can be a task like location a specific person if the handler needs help or keep them away from things they are highly allergic to as well! ✨
I have terrible panic attacks where I pretty much fall on ground and can’t process what’s going on so I’ve been trying to get my dog a service dog to help me but couldn’t figure out how so this is great
I have a spinal Injury in my upper spine that gives me chronic pain and I can't bend down easily, would I be able to have a service dog? I am also epileptic
yes, a service dog could help you by retrieving items, opening stuff etc. Canine companions for independence is a good place to get a dog.
The person to ask that is your doctor, not people online.
Ppl... ask your doctors.
It may be helpful, but it may not. A lot of essential care for the dog will require bending. I personally have the same problem, and my service dog does have a task or two for that, but he's really a migraine alert and response dog. It would be something to talk to your doctor about.
Can you have a service dog 🐕🦺 for panic attacks and ADHD?
Me to
Panic attacks yes for ADHD no
It depends what tasks you have them perform for you
It's so cool that the ADA covers miniature horses I didn't know that! It would be totally crazy to one day be walking in Target and all the sudden se horse😂 Obviously I would try to distract it or anything like that but I would be shook
Great video... I do find it ironic that right below the video are ads touting the "Make your dog a Service Dog" kits that are basically scams! Thank you for helping people understand the laws...
A service mini horse but not a service cat? 💀💀💀💀I have to laugh
Yeet Yote more people are allergic to cats. plus cats are very difficult to train
I follow an account on insta and this lady has a legit service cat when I saw this I was shook
A few states (unsure of which ones, but I do know there are some) have laws that allow cats as service animals, but they're not covered by federal law, just like SDiTs aren't, so whether they're allowed in public varies by state.
How is that funny? Horses can do mobility work far better than any dog, it's really bad for dogs even when done properly.
I honestly can't think of any reason anyone would want a cat as a service animal even if it was allowed. I get some people just prefer cats but they're hardly a more suitable option to train for service work
Assuming that our dogs meet all of the standards, how do you actually go about registering a service dog? There are a lot of fake websites but I am curious as to how you could legally make an animal a service animal.
The letter from your doctor is what makes it legal. There is no such thing as a registered service dog.
So if you end up having to go to court all you need is a letter? Does your doctor have to meet your dog (That would make sense)?
Antimatics yes I wanna know this too!
lmk soon please!
You do not need to register your service dog. As long as you have a diagnosed disability and your dog is task trained to assist with that disability you qualify. However, your dog must be trained either by you or a professional for public access and for your disability related tasks. Service dogs (real and fake) can be denied access for misbehavior.
Every time I'm in a public place I feel like breaking down and crying. My dogs and bird helps a lot.
Props to you, there needs to be more videos like this, taking an informative approach that isn't hostile or condescending towards dog owners who are interested in training or acquiring a service dog. I do see how owners and their 'fake' service dogs can have a huge impact on the lives of people with 'real' service dogs, but making a video like this is 1000x more effective, when a large percentage of people just have not been well informed as to the work and dedication that goes in to living with a service dog (not to mention having the disabilities to begin with). I feel that would do wonders to weed out the owners who would otherwise be 'faking' their sevice dogs, and to improve the behaviors of the fake dogs and owners who are still left
(Therefore, helping to reduce the negative effect felt by service dog owners due to the irresponsible ones)
I am so glad someone understand that! Thank you!
I haven’t been able to walk correctly since October 2018:(
Raven Jack sorry :(
Can you have service dogs if you have Seizures?
Yes. I have my Dixie for alert, a reminder to take my medication, get me emergency medication. alert people around me and lick my face to help bring me out of it. She also keeps me away from stressful situations (my largest trigger).
Omg Yes.
Refer that question to your doctor.
Alyx V you aren’t thinking about service dog correctly if you have to ask that question
First time I ever see your channel. Suscribing right now! Thank you for your help
I have fibromyalgia and post polio syndrome. which means I have poor balance and chonic pain and chronic fatigue,which is different than just being tired all the time. I picked my puppy out at the spca knowing I was going to train him as a service dog. H was two months old and very mellow,and very easily trainable. When I had him trained at about one year old, I set about training him in public. I went to my local sheriffs office and got the paperwork for my vet and my dr. Then I took it back to the sheriff, they then sent me a tag for his coolar stating he was a service dog. He is a boxer/bull mastiff and weighs 80#. He is perfect for a mobility dog. Bryce and I try to educate people every time we are out,
and we really apreciate your doing the same.
That's neat that you are able to get a tag from the sheriffs. It must help with you access rights. We don't have anything like that right now.
+Happy Tails my state law suggests that in California you should do it though no mandatory. When I get my dog I will get one but only show it if nessary
CstylebyMaria I'm all for optional registries, I think it helps with access rights :)
Let me get my Service horse
I love this video it was informative my name is Stella I'm a guide dog for my mom she has little to no vision I guide my mom around that is my job I also do anxiety relief for mom. I also do light mobility work feel free to look at my mom s channel and subscribe if you wish to learn more about me and mom and our life
Hi Stella you look like me :) Your handler seems cool :))))
(I have a black lab too)
Leader dog Stella. so are you a guide dog, a anxiety dog or mobility dog. If you are a guide dog, what school are you from? Leader dogs? I also understand you are retired, enjoy your well earned time off. My guide is still going strong, hes a black lab too.
What specifically do you do to help with anxiety and can you explain what signs you look for?
Megan I love you! 💕 thank you so much
thank you for the education on this video. It was very informative and well done
+Pam Knight thanks!
what if you have add and adhd
and can i take it to school
By law ALL service dogs are allowed anywhere public. You should ask your school principal
My youngest has ODD and as being tested on the ASD scale at the moment and my service dog (MINE not his.... arrghgh) gets up in his face and misdirects his attitude when he starts causing problems. This leaves my dog stranded between me and him which I've been trying hard to break.
You shouldn't want a service dog. Having chronic illnesses suck, ADHD isn't a reason to have a service dog. Try medications.
Pets Place108
medications don't always work. But a service dog isn't the answer either.
Can i make my girlfriend a service girlfriend?
Helpful video!💜🐕
My puppy is currently and emotional support animal but I am trying to get him into training to be an anxiety and depression service animal since I deal with Severe anxiety and clinical depression, nothing helps more than my little Loki, it'll take time but I think he'll be a great service animal.
+Shadow Wolf that's awesome! Good luck 😄
Shadow Wolf I'm trying to do the exact same thing with my Beili! I hope it turns out well for ya!
why do you have a service dog
anybody can have a dog and call it a service dog
+nick Ireland no not legally. It is illegal to claim your dog is a service dog if he isn't
calling a dog equipment is sad and pathetic and really shouldnt be done. Even people with service dogs would not say their dog is equipment.
+animal lover when it comes to people distracting the dog and putting the person in life threatening danger, yes they would call their dog medical equipment. That dog is the difference between life and death. That title is not demeaning, it gives them even more importance.
Technically, according to the ADA, a service dog is medical *equipment*. Meaning, it's just like a wheelchair, cane, or air tank. Any service dog handler would call it equipment because it actually is. Of course, when it's not working, it is a pet. Pets are welcome to be free and be pet by anyone. Service dogs are equipment for one person, mainly meaning that most people are not allowed to pet it.
+Happy Tails
only in an emergency and last resort would they say that. these dogs are not equipment they are companions and if you cant love them as a companion you should noy have one
Do you own a service dog? I do, so I think I'd know. If you read the ADA laws, you'd know.
Service dogs are not companions, they are working dogs that are tasked trained. If you think they are companions then you do not understand what they are for. Yes people do call their service dogs medical equipment because that gives them their legal rights. Service dog handlers love their dogs and its very offensive for you to imply that they don't. My service dog is my independence and I love him so much, I have a connection with him that you will never experience with your pet.
Thank you for this video.
I have debilitating anxiety and bipolar depression, as well as low blood sugar and frequent panic attacks which often cause me to pass out. I recently got a cocker spaniel who is in training to become a service dog. She’s a bit older. 1-1 and a half. I’m still hoping to try to teach her. Although she’s very playful... we’re still dedicated.
Great Information!!!! Thanks for sharing this important information....
Thanks for watching :)
Thank you for the video.
thank you soooo much for this video i have a disabled sister than has seshers and this rilly helped
Superbly done.
Wow a service mini horse? lol I'm looking into service dogs that's just funny I've never heard of that 😂
A few days ago I was in the store with my 6mo service dog in training and I walked passed an isle with a staffy in a sd vest. The dog went absolutely nuts after seeing my dog and the owner frantically started apologizing and saying she swears he's a service dog while dragging him off. About 20 minutes later we walked by them again and her dog, of course, went nuts again and she started yelling at me for going near her and distracting him. like huh? Are people really that dumb? My puppy did so well through all of this, I praised her like she was a god for keeping her focus LOL.
I have a pet potbelly pig too!! My boy is one of my babies, and his little sister my new mini schnauzer comes home next week. She will be learning to be a support dog for me. She'll technically be an ESA as I don't *quite* need a service dog but she will need to be able to help me on pain flare days.
Thank you for the info ❤️ how did you find the right breeder or puppy prospect for a service dog? Did the breeder do the temperament test?
I really like your goat. I'm thinking of getting one when I'm older, can you make a care video on goats? Thanks❤️
I really want to make my dog a service dog. This really helps thank you
My doc says yes but do I need a note. He said my puppy might really help
Too cute melt down
I have a border collie puppy that’s VERY stubborn. I always knew inside that there was something wrong with me. I always had weird flashbacks that never happened to me, like I was an Egyptian writing ancient scripts on a wall, or a flashback of a turquoise grayish fence, splattered with blood ( I know, creepy). I also always got nervous and scared especially when I went an hour or two away from my house. I even would get nervous to walk alone in Walmart! I was also depressed, thinking of what would happen when I commit suicide, and always thinking of the worst parts of my life. I took MANY online quizzes for PTSD, depression, and anxiety, and they always came up with positive.
I have that type of parent that if I confess they’ll judge me and say all I want is attention and a service dog, which is why I keep it to myself. I’m hoping this video will help me train my puppy, and maybe get an answer if I truly needs a service dog or not. So if anybody that’s a professional out there, I’m all ears!
You need to see a doctor. Videos online are not going to give you the help you need. Please talk to someone
Happy Tails I really want to talk to my parents, but usually they always scold me for wanting attention and so on