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How Our Service Dog Training Can Help You

Our specialized service dog training programs are designed to support individuals facing a variety of physical, emotional, and medical challenges, including:

  • Advanced medical assistance and alert training
  • Children and adults on the autism spectrum
  • Individuals with epilepsy
  • Veterans and civilians living with PTSD, anxiety, or depression

At All Access Training, we help create reliable service dog partnerships that promote greater independence, confidence, and quality of life for people living with disabilities.

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About All Access Training

All Access Training was founded in 2008 by Francisco Robles and his partner, Lisa German. We specialize in training service dogs to provide reliable assistance and support for individuals with disabilities. In North America, service dogs are individually trained to perform specific tasks that assist a person with a disability, helping them navigate daily life with greater independence, safety, and confidence.

Service dogs can be trained to assist with a wide range of physical, psychiatric, neurological, and medical disabilities. By performing tasks tailored to their handler’s unique needs, they provide greater confidence, safety, and freedom in everyday life. In many situations, qualified service dogs are protected under applicable laws that allow them to accompany their handlers in public places, workplaces, and housing.

If a medical professional has determined that you are a candidate for a task-trained service dog, we are here to help. Whether you already have a well-mannered dog ready to begin advanced training or are starting with a young puppy, our customized service dog training programs are designed to develop the skills, reliability, and public access manners expected of a dependable service dog. We also proudly support owner-trained (self-trained) service dogs by providing expert coaching, structured training plans, and ongoing guidance throughout the training process.

For clients who are unable to attend in person or who live outside our service area, All Access Training also offers personalized virtual training and coaching. Through one-on-one online sessions, we can guide handlers through obedience, public access training, task development, and problem-solving, allowing service dog teams across North America to receive professional instruction from the comfort of their own home.

Every training program is tailored to the handler’s individual needs, creating a strong partnership built on trust, confidence, and long-term success.

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Our Positive Approach to Service Dog Training

At All Access Training, we believe exceptional service dog training is built on trust, consistency, and clear communication. Our training combines positive reinforcement with fair, balanced training methods to help dogs learn confidently while strengthening the bond they share with their handlers.

We work closely with both dogs and their handlers to build a strong foundation of obedience, reliability, and mutual understanding. This partnership is essential for service dogs, who must perform their trained tasks confidently and consistently in a wide variety of environments and real-world situations.

Whether you prefer in-person instruction or the flexibility of remote learning, we offer virtual training and coaching to support owner-trained (self-trained) service dog teams wherever they are located. Through one-on-one online sessions, personalized training plans, and ongoing guidance, we help handlers build the skills and confidence needed to train successfully from home.

By rewarding desired behaviors, providing clear guidance, and progressing at a pace that suits each dog, we develop confident, focused, and well-mannered service dogs that are dependable, responsive, and prepared to support their handlers whenever they are needed.

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Every successful service dog team starts with the right foundation. Whether you’re beginning with a young puppy, have an adult dog ready for final training, or are looking for complete guidance on service dog training, All Access Training is here to help.

During your free assessment, we’ll discuss your needs, evaluate your dog, answer your questions, and recommend a customized training program designed to help you achieve your goals. Assessments and training are available both in person and virtually, making it easy to receive professional guidance no matter where you’re located.

Contact All Access Training today to schedule your free assessment and take the first step toward building a confident, reliable service dog partnership.

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Learn Why Dog owners choose All Access Training

Wow! I can say enough positive things about Lisa, a dog trainer at All Access Training. She was at my home today to train both of my large doodles. Her instruction to me and interactions with my pups is a game changer for us all. Here is to not tackling guests walking into my home!
Erica Zeplin
Erica ZeplinOct. 1, 2024
Lisa has been training Benson for just a couple months and the difference she has helped make in him are nothing short of amazing!!! The company is easy to work with, compassionate and you can tell their goal is not only 100% customer satisfaction but also care for the dogs. Lisa answers all my questions, gives amazing advice and ensures I understand how to practice with Benson. I am very pleased with every aspect of All Access Training and recommend them wholeheartedly. Update: Benson passed his 2nd public access test today with Lisa! She has been with him every step of the way. I wish I had the words to explain how amazing she is. Benson has come a long way and will definitely be an amazing mobility service dog.
Elizabeth McKenzie
Elizabeth McKenzieApr. 19, 2023
Before we brought our Golden Retriever puppy home, we knew that we wanted to enlist the aid of a trainer to teach her but also teach us how to efficiently train our new puppy. Francisco was our trainer— he was great! He was super knowledgeable and patient with the millions of questions that we had. Hazel really enjoyed her training sessions and she is learning so fast. I cannot recommend Francisco and All Access Training enough! I know the work we put in with training Hazel now will benefit her in the future.
Bri Arroyo
Bri ArroyoJan. 27, 2024
I was very happy with the online training at AllAccessTraining as it has been fantastic for both us and our dog. Our dog has made such swift progress in just a few short weeks. We couldn’t be more happy.
Ross Murrell
Ross MurrellJan. 27, 2025
We were at our wits end with our rescue pup. Had tried everything and I mean everything with no luck. We were determined to not give up on her. But we were all fretting over whether she was a good fit in our lives. Found this company and called for an evaluation. We knew whatever we invested in this dog would bring us years of joy. It has transformed our fearful, anxious dog into a wonderful happy pup. (She’s got more training to do but she’s doing awesome! ) We had Lisa and Francisco work online with us over 6 weeks. Comparing the first and last session anyone would see immediately a huge change in her! Our sweet pup is making such good progress! Best trainers ever as they worked with us to help us work with her. Awesome experience and I highly recommend them!
Karen Winget
Karen WingetMar, 10, 2026
Every trainer that I have worked with is exceptionally knowledgeable, kind, professional, and overall very easy to talk to and to learn from. My dog is becoming more confident with every session, and I am very grateful to All Access Traning for making that happen ❤️
Jericca Cassani
Jericca CassaniDec. 23, 2023
I am so pleased with this company I begin to tell you how they have changed my life with my new adopted baby girl . She was so scared and wanted to bite everyone and in one week that behavior had changed. The trainers at All Access are professionals and know exactly what they are doing. I would recommend these guys to anyone.
Donny Lackey
Donny LackeyOct. 1, 2025

Is a Service Dog the Same as a Therapy Dog?

Many people use the terms service dog, therapy dog, and emotional support dog interchangeably, but they serve very different purposes and have different training standards and legal rights. Understanding these differences can help you determine which type of support animal best meets your needs.

Service Dogs

Service dogs are individually trained to assist people with physical, psychiatric, sensory, neurological, or other disabilities. These highly skilled dogs perform specific tasks that directly mitigate their handler’s disability, helping them live more safely and independently.

Examples of service dog tasks include:

  • Guiding individuals who are visually impaired
  • Alerting to seizures or other medical events
  • Assisting with mobility and balance
  • Interrupting anxiety, panic attacks, or PTSD-related behaviors
  • Retrieving dropped items or opening doors


Because service dogs perform disability-related tasks, they are recognized under applicable laws in Canada and the United States and are generally permitted to accompany their handlers in public places where pets are not allowed.

Therapy Dogs

Therapy dogs are trained to provide comfort, companionship, and emotional support to groups of people in settings such as:

  • Hospitals
  • Rehabilitation centers
  • Nursing homes
  • Schools
  • Community programs

These dogs help improve emotional well-being and reduce stress through positive interactions. While therapy dogs must be well-behaved and social, they are not trained to perform disability-related tasks for a specific individual. As a result, they do not receive the same legal protections or public access rights as service dogs.

Emotional Support Dogs

Emotional support dogs provide comfort and companionship to individuals experiencing emotional or psychological challenges, such as anxiety, depression, or loneliness. Their presence can be calming and beneficial to their owner’s well-being.

Unlike service dogs, emotional support dogs are not individually trained to perform disability-related tasks. Their legal protections are generally more limited and vary depending on the jurisdiction.

Choosing the Right Support Dog

At All Access Training, we help individuals understand the differences between service dogs, therapy dogs, and emotional support dogs while providing professional training programs tailored to their goals. Whether you’re seeking greater independence, emotional support, or a dog that can positively impact your community, we’re here to help guide you every step of the way.

What Can Service Dogs Do?

Service dogs play a vital role in helping individuals with disabilities live more independent, confident, and fulfilling lives. Through specialized training, these highly skilled dogs learn to perform specific tasks that support their handler’s unique needs and daily challenges.

Depending on the individual’s requirements, service dogs can assist with mobility support, medical alerts, psychiatric assistance, task retrieval, balance assistance, and much more. Their training is customized to ensure they can provide reliable support in real-world situations while strengthening the bond between dog and handler.

At All Access Training, we help owners understand which dogs are best suited for service work, who can benefit from a service dog, and the training required to develop a dependable canine partner. Our goal is to create well-trained service dogs that enhance independence, safety, and quality of life for those who rely on them.

Perform Specialized Tasks

Service dogs are trained to perform a wide range of tasks that help individuals with disabilities navigate daily life more safely and independently. Depending on their handler’s needs, these tasks may include:

  • Opening and closing doors
  • Turning lights on and off
  • Retrieving items
  • Providing mobility and balance support
  • Guiding individuals through various environments
  • Assisting with wheelchair-related tasks
  • Locating people, objects, or specific destinations
  • Responding to customized assistance requests

By performing these essential tasks, service dogs help increase independence, confidence, and overall quality of life.

Many service dogs are trained to recognize changes in their handler’s condition and provide early warnings when assistance may be needed. Through their exceptional senses and specialized training, they can help alert handlers to:

  • Seizure activity
  • Changes in blood sugar levels
  • Blood pressure fluctuations
  • Potential allergens
  • Other medical conditions requiring attention

These alerts can provide valuable time for individuals to take appropriate action and reduce the risk of serious emergencies.

Service dogs can also be trained to respond during emergency situations. Depending on the handler’s needs, they may:

  • Alert family members or caregivers
  • Seek help from nearby individuals
  • Retrieve emergency items
  • Stay with and support their handler during a medical event
  • Follow emergency response protocols they have been trained to perform

At All Access Training, we customize service dog training to ensure each dog develops the skills necessary to provide dependable support, assistance, and peace of mind for their handler.

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Service Dogs for Anxiety, PTSD, and Autism

Service dogs can provide life-changing support for individuals living with anxiety, PTSD, autism, and other related conditions. Through specialized training, these dogs learn to perform specific tasks that help reduce stress, increase safety, and improve overall quality of life.

For individuals experiencing anxiety or PTSD, service dogs can be trained to:

  • Provide deep pressure therapy during periods of distress
  • Interrupt anxiety-related behaviors or panic episodes
  • Create personal space in crowded environments
  • Conduct room checks for added reassurance
  • Offer tactile stimulation and grounding support
  • Alert handlers to signs of emotional distress

These trained responses can help individuals feel more secure, confident, and independent in their daily lives.

Autism Service Dogs

Service dogs can also provide valuable assistance to children and adults on the autism spectrum. They help promote safety, emotional regulation, and confidence while supporting the entire family.

Depending on the individual’s needs, autism service dogs may be trained to perform tasks such as:

Tracking & Locating

Children with autism may occasionally wander or become separated from their caregivers. Service dogs can be trained to help locate and track a child, providing an additional layer of safety and peace of mind.

Tethering Support

For children who are prone to wandering in public places, service dogs can assist with tethering techniques that help keep the child safely connected to their caregiver while encouraging positive behavior and independence.

Behavior Interruption & Emotional Support

Service dogs can learn to recognize signs of stress, overstimulation, repetitive behaviors, or emotional distress. Through gentle interventions such as nudging, pawing, or other trained responses, they can redirect attention and help calm challenging situations before they escalate.

Personalized Training for Every Need

Because every individual experiences anxiety, PTSD, or autism differently, no two service dog training programs are exactly alike. At All Access Training, we customize each training plan to meet the unique needs of the handler, creating a dependable partnership that enhances independence, safety, and daily well-being.

How Do I Get a Service Dog?

There are several paths to obtaining a service dog, and the right option depends on your individual needs, lifestyle, and goals. Some people choose a fully trained service dog, while others prefer to start with a carefully selected puppy and participate in the training process from an early age.

For many individuals, beginning with a young dog offers the opportunity to build a strong bond while developing the specific skills and behaviors needed to support their disability. Successful service dog development requires careful planning, consistent training, socialization, and ongoing evaluation to ensure the dog is suited for service work.

At All Access Training, we help guide clients through every stage of the process. Whether you already have a dog or are looking for a suitable service dog prospect, our team can help assess temperament, train foundational obedience, and develop the specialized skills needed for reliable service work.

Our training programs focus on:

  • Evaluating dogs for service work potential
  • Building strong obedience and public access skills
  • Early socialization and confidence development
  • Customized task training based on the handler’s needs
  • Ongoing support throughout the training journey
  • Strengthening the bond between handler and service dog

For those who want to be actively involved in their dog’s development, our programs provide the opportunity to participate throughout the training process while receiving expert guidance every step of the way.

At All Access Training, our goal is to help create dependable service dog teams that are prepared to navigate everyday life with confidence, independence, and success.

Train with Purpose. Grow with Confidence.

Building Stronger Dogs and Stronger Partnerships

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Choose All Access Training for Virtual and In Person Service Dog Training

At All Access Training, we are dedicated to helping individuals achieve greater independence and confidence through professional service dog training. Our customized training programs are designed to develop reliable, well-mannered, and highly skilled service dogs that can effectively support their handlers’ unique needs.

Whether it’s mobility assistance, medical alert work, emotional support tasks, or other specialized service functions, our experienced trainers focus on building strong partnerships between dogs and their handlers through proven, effective training methods.

We take pride in delivering personalized training, ongoing support, and exceptional care throughout every stage of the journey. When you choose All Access Training, you’re choosing a team committed to creating lasting results that positively impact the lives of both dogs and their handlers.

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