Methods & Standards

Methods & Standards

Gilford's Golden Guardians trains our dogs in accordance with titles II and III of the Americans With Disabilities Act ( ADA).   Our animals are individually trained, using demonstrations and consultations, and taught to perform tasks and alert(s) in response to a handler’s confirmed diagnosis.

We also train in accordance with the intent of the established International Service Animal Criteria. Therefore we use a combination of three training methods to ensure pups are sign trained, escort within 18 inches of the handler’s left hip and perform all elements of the Public Access Test as well as alert and do tasks as needed. 

In order to own a service animal via Gilford’s Golden Guardians, LLC there are three steps:

1. You must provide documentation confirming your diagnosis.

2. You must provide a written script from a healthcare practitioner recommending a service animal with a brief description of the tasks and or alerts that would enhance one’s independence, community access, health and or wellness.

3. A handling assessment by Gilford’s Golden Guardians, to best assess the content of the individual pairing agreement and to determine what leads and tethering options may be needed.  Individual pairing agreements are written in collaboration with the handler and trainer and coach.
Ellen and Major
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