Assistance Service Dogs

Pro-Train specially bred dogs, rescued dogs and donated dogs that meet special criteria. All dogs must be obedience trained and display excellent manners.

People partnered with assistance dogs develop greater self-esteem, responsibility and confidence.

A dog helps increase their independence by assisting them in accomplishing tasks which they previously could not perform alone.These dogs also increase the persons confidence and acceptance in social situations because a dog makes it easy for people to relate to that person instead of the disability.

Pro-Train accepts qualified applicants from throughout the United States who are then matched with a dog that will complement their personality and specific needs.All training is done on an individual and customized basis.Costs vary depending on actual training needs.

HEARING DOGS - from $4000 These dogs respond to different sounds which may include knocking, doorbell,phone ringing, alarm clock etc. SERVICE DOGS - from $5000 Can turn lights on or off,retrieve dropped objects,open and close doors,provide balance and support or pull a manual wheelchair,and perform many other tasks depending on the needs of the individual. GUIDE DOGS - from $6000 Dogs for the visually impaired can be taught to guide a person around obstacles, indicate the location of stairs, doorways, elevators and provide other functions as needed for the individual. DUAL TRAINED DOGS These dogs can be provided for multiple disabilities or unique applications. We also provide and train dogs for Autism, seizure response and emotional support.

Customized Therapy Dog Training

Customized training for therapy and disabled individuals including physically handicapped, hearing impaired and visually limited.

We will train a dog which meets the necessary requirements or provide a dog from our breeding program. Please contact us to customize a program for your needs.

Prices start at $2,500.00.

Testimonial

"I have been a Pro-Train client for 7-years. I have severe cerebral palsy and a 95% vision loss. Mr. Castillero custom trained a beautiful Black Lab named Scooby, who courageously guided me from a motorized wheelchair until he retired April, 2011 at age 9. Scooby and I were the first certified wheelchair guide dog team in the Western U.S. His successor Captain, a rescued Yellow Lab mix is even more remarkable. Captain was rejected by 3 previous owners because he barked uncontrollably at anything that moved, jumped fences, and chewed everything in sight. Mr. Castillero's extensive knowledge of canine behavior and innovative training methods transformed this out of control fearful dog, into my confident working guide.

Before acquiring Scooby and Captain, I was home bound for 8-years. Severe arthritis in my shoulders prevented me from using a white cane to travel independently which I had done for 25-years. Mr. C. restored my ability to travel independently and gave me physical confidence I never experienced until I worked with my guide dogs.

His intensive private in-community instruction and excellent coaching with a touch of good humor prepare you and your dog to function successfully in any situation. Unlike nonprofit service dog providers that produce dogs like xerox copies, then hurry you through a program and don't guarantee a person receives a dog at the end of their handler's course.

Mr. C.'s excellent service continues throughout a dog's life. He responds to his client's questions or solves their dog's behavior issues promptly and courteously. Most of all, I was treated with dignity and respect."

- Kim S.
- Yelp.com 12/19/2011

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