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Service/Therapy Dog & Veteran Service Dog Program in Bullhead City, AZ

Service/Therapy Dog

RSK provides a Therapy Dog Team to the community which interacts with various medical provider entities, such as Hospitals, Hospice, Rehabilitation Centers. The community program selects and trains handler teams to serve in the community.

All services can be provided either at our facility or in your home.

Call: 928-754-3006
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What is a Therapy Dog? What is a Service Dog?

Under the ADA, a service animal is a dog that has been individually trained to do work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability. The tasks must be directly related to the person’s disability. Learn more on the ADA website.

Therapy dogs are specially trained to provide emotional support and comfort in medical centers, schools, rehab facilities, and more. RSK trains and sponsors the Tri-State Area’s Therapy Dog Team, making a positive impact at hospitals, veteran’s centers, and therapy programs every week.

Training Includes:

  • Foundational obedience (sit, stay, recall, loose-leash walking)
  • Polite manners in a variety of public and home settings
  • Advanced obedience & impulse control for real-world situations
  • AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) preparation and testing
  • Exposure to stressful environments and support for calm behavior
  • Custom therapy or service tasks based on client’s needs
  • Ongoing handler education and public access training

Veteran Service Dog Program – No Cost for Qualified Veterans

We proudly provide no-cost service dogs to qualified veterans in our community. Our team works with veterans to match, train, and place dogs for mobility, PTSD, support, and more. This program is our way of giving back to those who served our country—contact us for more details on eligibility and the application process.

Step-By-Step: Getting Started with Therapy or Service Dog Training

  1. Consultation: Meet with our K9 Behavior Team to discuss your goals, dog’s temperament, and specific needs.
  2. Personalized Training Plan: We assess your dog’s suitability for therapy/service work and design a tailored curriculum.
  3. Private and Group Lessons: Hands-on, real-world training at our facility and in community locations.
  4. Public Access Testing & Certification: We help you and your dog earn necessary certifications and documentation for therapy or public access.
  5. Ongoing Support: Lifetime guidance for graduates—ask us about advanced skills or new goals!

Who Benefits from Therapy Dog or Service Dog Training?

  • Individuals with physical or psychological disabilities
  • Veterans seeking PTSD or mobility support
  • Therapists, counselors, and educators
  • Hospitals, senior centers, schools, and non-profits
  • Families looking to make a difference in their community

Our Credentials & Commitment to Excellence

  • Veteran-Owned & Operated: Bringing a military background, law enforcement experience, and a culture of service and responsibility.
  • Continuous Education: We stay current with state and federal K9 legal requirements, best practices, and new developments in working dog training.
  • Client References & Success Stories: See our testimonials page for agency and handler reviews, or request direct references.

Exceptional Community Therapy Dog Service Team

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Open Hours

Seven Days A Week

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Bullhead City, AZ

Call: 928-754-3006
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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between a service dog and a therapy dog?

Service dogs are trained to perform specific tasks for a disabled individual and have legal public access rights. Therapy dogs provide comfort in facilities, but do not have public access rights.
We provide a behavior evaluation and consultation to assess suitability. Not all dogs are candidates, but we’ll help you every step of the way.
We train all ages! Puppies and adult dogs can both succeed with the right plan.
Training timelines vary based on starting skill, age, and needs. Most programs take several months to a year, with ongoing support.
Yes, we prepare and test for AKC CGC, Therapy Dog certification, and Service Dog public access standards.

You & Your Animal Matter

What Our Clients Say

We’re proud to be trusted by families, veterans, and pet lovers throughout Bullhead City and the Tri-State Area. But don’t just take our word for it—see what our clients have to say!