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Epilepsy is a common disorder, affecting approximately 3.4 million Americans. Living with epilepsy can be difficult for many individuals. Due to fear of falling or other consequences related to seizures, many epileptic individuals will avoid going out in public. This greatly reduces quality of life and independence. Fortunately, service dogs can be trained to assist those with epilepsy. A seizure dog is able to alert their caretaker and anyone nearby of an imminent seizure and protect their caretaker from injury or falling. The Americans with Disabilities Act allows individuals with disabilities, such as epilepsy, to bring service dogs anywhere with them in public spaces. The assistance of a seizure dog can empower those with epilepsy and increase their quality of life.
Dogs have the ability to detect changes in an individual’s smell right before an epileptic attack, which allows them to effectively warn their caretakers. Almost any dog can be trained to act as a seizure dog if they have the right temperament. If you or a loved one suffer from epilepsy, a seizure dog training program can be life changing. Dog Training Elite offers a specialized seizure dog training program in Austin.
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The Seizure Dog Training Program in Austin
For specialized training, it is best to start with puppies. Our seizure dog training program is intensive and prepares your dog for a life of service. Service dogs must have a calm temperament and they must be first trained in obedience. Dogs that have aggressive, shy, or disobedient characteristics cannot be service dogs. After completing obedience programs, service dogs must undergo specialized skill training. An expert evaluation will determine whether or not the dog is suited for seizure alert services at this point. If so, they dog will be trained to detect oncoming seizures and warn the epileptic individual. Seizure dogs warn their caretakers in various ways, including: barking, close eye contact, pawing or licking, and or circling. Additional behaviors can be taught to protect the caretaker, such as breaking a fall by standing behind the individual, turning on lights or opening doors, and alerting others to the situation.
If you are looking for a seizure dog training program in Austin to assist an individual with epilepsy, Dog Training Elite is here to help. Our expert trainers are experienced with various types of service dog training programs. Seizure service dogs can bring independence, increased quality of love, and companionship.
Dog Training Elite Austin Offers Free Evalutions
Dog Training Elite offers free in-home evaluations to assess if a current family dog can be trained to become a seizure alert dog or can help you select a service puppy or dog for training. We offer a unique in-home dog training method that involves owners in the training process, ensuring that training is never undone and both owners and their dogs are bonding and empowered.
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Our Balanced Theory
We base our training around the "Classical Conditioning" model (a.k.a. "Pavlovian" or "respondent conditioning"). This includes developing conditioned or automatic reflexes to commands. In its simplest form (after proper conditioning), when the owner says "sit," the dog automatically sits without thinking about it. Our unique techniques ensure our program is a success no matter what behavior we encounter.
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Empowering Owners
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Personalized
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Environment Specific
We train wherever issues tend to arise (i.e. jogging, park, home).
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Supportive
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Involved
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Simplified & Customized
We plan training around the owner's schedule and require only 15 min/day follow-up practice.
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Continued Training
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Lifetime Investment
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Satisfaction Ratings
Our high client satisfaction rating sets us apart from competitors.
clas·si·cal con·di·tion·ing
PSYCHOLOGY
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A learning process that occurs when two stimuli are repeatedly paired; a response that is at first elicited by the second stimulus and is eventually elicited by the first stimulus alone.
We help your dog become a valued companion and beloved member of the family. Read what our customers have to say and then give us a call!
Jenny was wonderful from the moment we met her. Her demeanor was calm and professional. She made sure we were comfortable with the training and understood the pricing before beginning the training session. Our dog enjoyed the session with us and at the end we felt confident and happy with the results. We are looking forward to our next session and having Jenny as our trainer.— Colinda F
Posted April 18th 2021
Donny and Jenny are awesome! You can see their passion and enthusiasm when they work with your dog. They are very knowledgeable and professional. I would highly recommend them to anyone who is looking for a dog trainer!— Cannady Fritzjunker
Posted March 21st 2021
Proud Sponsor of The Malinois Foundation
At Dog Training Elite Austin, we believe that Service Dogs save lives. It is our mission to make these life-saving companions available to our Veterans, First Responders, Women Survivors, and Children with Medical Needs. Whether it be for PTSD, Mobility Support, or Special Needs, Dog Training Elite Austin work's with the Malinois Foundation to heal and empower these individuals with a specialized service animal, a partner in life, and a new best friend.
