Therapy, Facility & Crisis Response
Dog Training
Become a Certified Therapy, Facility, or Crisis Response Team: Training and Evaluations for You and Your Dog
If your dog has the temperament to be a therapy, facility, or crisis response dog, we can help train them in the skills they need, so you can become a confident and effective part of a specialized support team together.
At Enjoy Your Dog Training, we offer a proven training process and will evaluate whether your dog has the temperament necessary for this type of work. Not all dogs are destined to become therapy, facility, or crisis response dogs — and that’s okay. Our role is to help you understand your dog’s strengths and determine the best path forward.
Cultivating Calm, Confidence, and Connection
A successful specialized support dog isn’t defined by breed or background—it’s determined by temperament, resilience, and a strong relationship with their handler.
Our training focuses on:
Calm, stable behavior in busy or unpredictable environments
Confidence around medical equipment, mobility aids, or new settings
Appropriate social skills with children, adults, or older adults
Emotional neutrality or quick recovery after stress
Reliable obedience or task-readiness
Handler skills that support your dog’s success, including learning how to work confidently in a variety of environments
We support your training journey while being honest and transparent about whether your dog is suited for therapy, facility, or crisis response work.
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Benefits of a Therapy Dog
Therapy dogs bring comfort, connection, and emotional support to a wide range of community settings. Their presence can:
Reduce stress or anxiety
Improve mood or emotional regulation
Encourage communication or social engagement
Support physical rehabilitation or motor skills
Create moments of joy, calm, or connection
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Benefits of a Facility Dog
Facility dogs work alongside a professional in their workplace, enhancing the services you already provide. They can:
Support students by easing transitions or reducing behavioral escalations
Assist clinicians during therapy sessions
Provide grounding or comfort during difficult conversations
Help staff build rapport with clients
Improve the emotional climate in high-stress environments
Offer meaningful benefits to staff, including reduced stress, improved morale, and increased connection within the workplace
Provide benefits to the broader community, such as strengthening community relationships, supporting outreach efforts, and creating a more welcoming environment during programs or events
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Benefits of a Crisis Response Dog
Crisis response dogs offer stability, grounding, and emotional support during highly stressful or traumatic events. They can:
Support first responders or peer support teams
Provide comfort during community crises or critical incidents
Help individuals regulate emotions during overwhelming situations
Offer a calming presence in unpredictable environments
Professional Evaluations
We offer comprehensive evaluations to determine whether your dog is ready to work as a:
Therapy Dog
Facility Dog
Crisis Response Dog
Our evaluations are fair, thorough, and rooted in best practice standards. If your dog isn’t quite ready—or isn’t suited for this type of work—we’ll guide you toward the next best steps.
Let’s Get Started!
Whether you’re dreaming of visiting hospitals with your therapy dog, integrating a facility dog into your workplace, or preparing a dog for crisis response work, we’re here to help you build a confident, capable, or compassionate specialized support partnership.