See that is the misconception. These dogs ARE NOT GUIDE DOGS, they do not provide what a LEADER DOG WOULD but are considered a service dog and covered under the law through the ADA. A psychiatric service dog, who YES can be trained by the handler only provides to the handler WHAT THEY NEED assistance with in conjunction with their condiditon. For me Brody offers me assistance with getting out in public, keeping people at a comfortable distance or if I have a panic attack which I did yesterday GETS ME TO A SAFE PLACE by tugging on my pant leg or sleeve gets me seated, and then does something called COVER ME by putting his paws in my lap and licking my face or ear untill I calm down and re grip my reality. I would be more than happy to offer training tips if I can do not be afraid to ask.

Ann