Dog Ears and Paws, Inc. has many goals. We train assistance dogs and therapy dogs for people with special needs, using only the most motivational, humane techniques available. We also provide private behavior counseling sessions and non-aversive Puppy Kindergarten, Basic Obedience, Advanced obedience, Agility and Therapy Dog classes for the general public. All funds raised through our training classes help support our efforts to train assistance and therapy dogs for people with special needs.


Assistance Dogs Can ....

  • Open and Close Doors
  • Turn Lights On and Off
  • Carry the contents of Your Pockets or Purse in a Special Pack
  • Hand Objects to You
  • Even hear for you and alert you to everyday sounds like alarm clocks, doorbells , and smoke detectors.

Therapy Dogs Can ...

  • Help Counselors and their patients
  • Assist people with "hidden disabilities" such as seizure disorders and panic disorders
  • Assist "at risk youth" in achieving a higher level of humanity
  • Create a social bridge for autistic children and adults

  • Assistance and Therapy Dog Training
  • Obedience and Agility Training
  • Community Awareness and Education
  • Continuing Professional Education
  • Behavior Modification and Consultation
  • Safety Awareness Programs for Children
  • Pet Therapy Visitation
  • Humane Education by Alternative Learning (H.E.A.L Thomas O'Farrell)

 

5399 ENTERPRISE STREET | SYKESVILLE, MD 21784 | 410-655-2858 | INFO@DOGEARSANDPAWS.COM

Dog Ears and Paws, Inc. is a local 501(c)3 non-profit organization.