Turning Potential
into Purpose
Gray’s Canine Academy is Accredited by MSDI Service Dogs International. Our process is designed to create life-changing partnerships. From puppy selection to integration and beyond.
A Journey from
Puppy to Partner
Our process is designed to create life-changing partnerships. From selecting the perfect puppy to ensuring ongoing support, every step is tailored to meet the unique needs of the handlers.
Our Process
Puppy Selection
Our program dogs begin as carefully chosen, eight-week-old CKC-registered Standard Poodles—each selected for their early signs of promise, temperament, and potential.
Puppy Selection
We carefully choose puppies with the right temperament and potential for service work.
Initial training
Following MSDI standards: Core training, socialization, and assessment for 6-10 months as we identify the attributes and abilities of each candidate. We foster willingness to learn, curiosity, and connection.
Initial training
Basic skills and socialization to build a strong foundation.
Advanced development
Specialized and individualized learning plans for each dog, incrementally raising the bar for skills and increasing the pressure for performance. By now we’re training tasks with our minds on a future connection and team certification to MSDI standards.
Advanced development
Specialized training to meet specific needs.
INTEGRATIon
We thoughtfully match each dog with the right individual—focusing on your needs, lifestyle, and the unique ways this innovative helper will support your daily life and long term objectives. Our detailed intake process ensures strong team compatibility, setting the foundation for a lasting, successful partnership.
Matching with Handlers
Ensuring compatibility and mutual trust between the service dog and handler.
Placement Support
Our dogs have an immediate impact and offer long-term support. Each one is trained to adapt to your evolving needs, ensuring they remain a steady, responsive partner over time. We guide and advise you into a successful partnership, supported for life.
Follow-Up Support
Ongoing guidance and support to maintain a successful partnership.
Let’s make this possible for you
Flexible financing options are available to ensure that
cost is never a barrier.
Making Training Accessible
Flexible financing options ensure that cost is never a barrier to receiving a service dog.