Completing the Certified Psychiatric Service Dog Training Course has been an incredibly meaningful and empowering experience for me. When I first began this course, I felt a mix of hope and uncertainty. I wanted to do right by my dog and ensure that I was providing consistent, correct training, but I wasn’t always confident in my own abilities. As the course progressed, I noticed a significant shift—not only in my dog’s behavior, but also in my confidence as a handler.

I feel proud of the progress we have made together. The structured approach of the course helped me better understand my dog’s needs, body language, and learning style. I now feel more capable of setting clear expectations, remaining calm under pressure, and reinforcing positive behaviors consistently. Watching my dog become more focused, calm, and responsive in real-world situations has been incredibly rewarding and reassuring.

This course also helped me recognize how much my own mindset affects training outcomes. I’ve learned the importance of patience, timing, and consistency, and how these skills translate into everyday life beyond training. Overall, I feel accomplished, encouraged, and motivated to continue building on what we have learned. I am grateful for the knowledge and guidance provided through this course, and I feel confident moving forward with my service dog training journey.

I also feel and know now that we have done the course I have a stronger bond with Daisy she truly surprised me with her intelligence and her disciplined attitude! I am so very very proud of her! I love her so much!