Service & Therapy Puppies
Australian Labradoodle
Service and Therapy
As a breeder specializing in Australian Labradoodles for service and therapy work, we take pride in our diligent approach to breeding dogs that are not only physically fit and genetically sound but also display the empathetic and intelligent traits essential for service roles.
Our Australian Labradoodles are bred with a specific focus on temperament, trainability, and health to ensure they meet the demanding requirements of service and therapy work. Each puppy is nurtured in a loving, enriching environment designed to lay the foundation for their future training as service dogs.
We collaborate closely with a highly regarded canine behaviorist to tailor our breeding program, continuously striving to produce Australian Labradoodles that can effortlessly integrate into the lives of those who need their assistance the most, making a significant and positive impact on their human partners’ lives.
Service Dog vs Therapy Dog
Service dogs and therapy dogs each serve crucial but distinct roles in supporting individuals. Service dogs are trained to aid those with disabilities, enjoying broad access to public places. In contrast, therapy dogs are meant to provide emotional comfort in a variety of settings, often on a volunteer basis.
Service Dogs
- Purpose: Service dogs are trained to perform specific tasks to assist an individual with a disability.
- Training: They undergo extensive, specialized training that relates directly to their handler’s disability, such as pulling a wheelchair, alerting and protecting a person who is having a seizure, or performing other special tasks.
- Rights: Under the Accessible Canada Act, service dogs are allowed to accompany their handlers in most public places, including restaurants and airplanes.
- Selection: They are carefully selected for traits suited to long-term, demanding work.
- Relationship: Service dogs are usually matched with one person to whom they provide assistance.
Therapy Dogs
- Purpose: Therapy dogs provide comfort and affection to various people, either in an in-home setting or in a volunteer capacity in locations like hospitals, schools, and nursing homes.
- Training: They receive training to be calm and comforting around a variety of people, but they do not have specialized training to perform tasks that assist with disabilities.
- Rights: Therapy dogs do not have the same legal rights as service dogs to access all public areas but can be invited to specific facilities for therapeutic work.
- Selection: These dogs are chosen for their calm and friendly demeanor.
- Relationship: Therapy dogs do not usually have one specific handler they assist; instead, they provide support and comfort to many people.
Service dogs
What Qualities Make a Good Dog?
A good service dog possesses a unique set of qualities that enable them to perform their duties effectively. These qualities include:
- Calm Temperament: A good service dog remains calm in various situations, providing a stable presence for their handler.
- Intelligence: They must be smart and capable of learning complex tasks and commands.
- Trainability: The ability to be trained quickly and respond well to obedience commands is crucial.
- Alertness: They must be observant and aware of their surroundings without being easily distracted.
- Good Health: A strong constitution and robust health are essential since service dogs have important jobs that can be physically demanding.
- Loyalty: They need to be devoted to their handler, creating a strong, trusting bond.
- Patience: Service dogs often need to wait calmly for extended periods.
- Work Drive: A natural inclination to work and a desire to please their handler are key traits.
- Sociability: While they should be friendly, a good service dog should not solicit attention from others when on duty.
- Non-aggressiveness: A service dog must not show any signs of aggression.
These qualities ensure that a service dog can provide effective assistance and companionship, enhancing the independence and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
Do Australian Labradoodles Make Good Service Dogs?
Australian Labradoodles are highly regarded as service dogs due to their intelligence, trainable nature, and calm temperament. Their typically hypoallergenic coats are ideal for handlers with allergies. These dogs are of a suitable size for various tasks, generally healthy, and have a sociable disposition, essential for working closely with humans. While individual suitability varies, their o