Training a service dog from a wheelchair

People with disabilities, whether physical or psychological, are accustomed to work arounds in every aspect of life – adaptations or modifications that empower us to accomplish our goals despite whatever limitations we may experience. ELLAS Animals INC specializes in teaching people with disabilities how to train their own service dogs, and this necessitates a fluid approach, adapting service… Continue reading Training a service dog from a wheelchair

Adapting service dog training to a trainer’s disability

Adapting service dog training People with disabilities, whether physical or psychological, are accustomed to work arounds in every aspect of life – adaptations or modifications that empower us to accomplish our goals despite whatever limitations we may experience. ELLAS Animals INC specializes in teaching people with disabilities how to train their own service dogs, and… Continue reading Adapting service dog training to a trainer’s disability

My Favorite Equipment for Dog Training

by Zan Raynor, certified dog trainer and CEO of ELLAS Animals INC While training our Service Dogs in Training at home, outside, and in Public Access, I have developed a few favorite pieces of equipment for dog training. For the most part, they’re the same pieces of equipment one needs for Foundational Obedience and Tasks… Continue reading My Favorite Equipment for Dog Training