PTSD SERVICE DOG TRAINING AUSTIN TX

Get started with Total Dog’s PTSD service dog training in Austin, TX, today! With over 30 years of experience and 3000+ happy clients, we are so confident in our dog training that we offer guaranteed results and lifetime support and guidance. We will be by your side to help you with your dog every step of the way!

PTSD SERVICE DOG TRAINING IN AUSTIN, TX

For those living with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), a PTSD service dog can provide invaluable support, comfort, and security. At Total Dog!, we specialize in PTSD service dog training in Austin, TX, helping individuals—including veterans, first responders, and trauma survivors—train their dogs to perform life-changing tasks that improve daily life.

Our expert trainers use task-based service dog training to ensure your dog can recognize PTSD symptoms, provide grounding techniques, and assist in high-stress situations. We create a customized training program that prepares your dog for both home and public environments while ensuring they meet ADA service dog standards.

FREE CONSULTATION

We start with a completely free consultation. During this consultation, we evaluate your dog’s temperament, trainability, and suitability for PTSD service work. Based on this information, we develop a personalized training plan to help your dog become a reliable PTSD support companion.

Ready to train your PTSD service dog? Click here and fill out a quick form to claim your free consultation today!

WHAT OUR PTSD SERVICE DOG TRAINING COVERS

Our program focuses on task-based training to ensure your dog can provide reliable support in real-world situations. Training includes:

Deep Pressure Therapy (DPT) – Teaching your dog to apply comforting pressure during anxiety or panic attacks.
Panic & Anxiety Alerting – Training your dog to detect rising stress levels and intervene before an episode escalates.
Crowd Buffering & Space Management – Helping your dog create physical space in public settings to reduce anxiety.
Nightmare & Night Terror Interruption – Teaching your dog to wake you from PTSD-related nightmares or night terrors.
Grounding & Emotional Regulation – Training your dog to redirect focus during dissociation or flashbacks.
Public Access & Advanced Obedience – Preparing your dog for high-distraction environments while following strict service dog behavior guidelines.
Hypervigilance & Security Assistance – Training your dog to provide reassurance and detect environmental triggers before they become overwhelming.

We work with all breeds including Labradors, Golden Retrievers, Poodles, German Shepherds, and more!

WHY CHOOSE TOTAL DOG! FOR PTSD SERVICE DOG TRAINING IN AUSTIN, TX?

Certified Service Dog Trainers – Our experienced trainers specialize in PTSD-specific task training and public access readiness.
Veteran & Trauma-Informed Approach – We understand the needs of veterans, first responders, and individuals living with PTSD.
ADA-Compliant Training – We ensure your PTSD service dog meets the public access and behavior standards required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Lifetime Support – We provide ongoing support and follow-up training to ensure long-term success.

HOW OUR PTSD SERVICE DOG TRAINING PROGRAM WORKS

1. Free Consultation

We begin with a free consultation to evaluate your dog’s temperament, behavior, and training potential.

2. Personalized Training Plan

Following the consultation, we design a customized training plan focused on your specific PTSD-related needs and goals.

3. Hands-On Task Training & Public Access Work

Your dog will receive structured training in PTSD-specific tasks, advanced obedience, and real-world exposure to ensure reliability.

4. Guaranteed Results

We guarantee that the goals you set at the beginning of the program will be achieved. If progress takes longer than expected, we will provide unlimited lessons at no additional cost until those goals are met.

Gain independence and confidence with a PTSD service dog! Schedule your free consultation by clicking the red button now.

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?

CONSISTENT SUPPORT

What sets our program apart is our life long support and unwavering commitment to you and your dog long after the program ended. We believe that training is a lifelong journey, and our support doesn’t stop once the program is complete. When you work with us, you gain a trusted partner for life. Whether you need a refresher on training techniques, guidance on new behavioral challenges, or simply reassurance, we’re just a call or message away. Our goal is to ensure lasting success and a strong bond between you and your dog, no matter how much time has passed.

GUARANTEED RESULTS

When you choose to train with us, you’re not just signing up for a program. You’re investing in guaranteed results. We are fully committed to helping you achieve the training goals you set at the start of your journey. If those goals aren’t met within the expected timeframe, we won’t stop there. We will continue working with you, providing unlimited lessons at no additional cost until your goals have been reached. Our promise is simple: no matter how long it takes, we stand by you every step of the way. With us, your results are not just expected—they’re guaranteed for life.

Get started with expert PTSD service dog training in Austin TX today!

HEAD TRAINER

SGT BRICE CAVANAUGH

SGT Brice Cavanaugh founded Total Dog! and is on the Board of Directors for the National Tactical Police Dog Association, Operation Overwatch and The Pink Berets. He is a Professional Member of the International Association of Canine Professionals and is an Evaluator for the American Kennel Club’s Canine Good Citizen multi-tiered program.

LOCATION & SERVICE AREA

We’re happy to provide Total Dog’s PTSD service dog training for locals in the Austin and San Antonio metropolitan areas. Call today or claim your free consultation to get started!

Austin: (512) 580-3364

San Antonio: (210) 722-9919

FAQ

MOST COMMONLY ASKED QUESTION'S

How Much Does Your Training Cost?

At Total Dog! We provide our clients with custom-made training programs designed around your specific goals and your dog’s unique learning style. Our training programs vary from dog to dog in structure, layout, duration and cost.

That’s why we don’t offer a one program fits all solution. Instead we offer a free consultation so that we can evaluate factors such as lifestyle, goals, age, temperament, breed and previous training. That way we can develop a custom-made training program that perfectly fits your goals and needs!

Is The Training Really Unlimited?

We offer a Total Dog! dog training package that includes unlimited lessons until your dog reaches the goals identified at the start of the program. Following the program’s completion, you’ll have the opportunity to extend your dog’s training to help them reach new goals.

Are There Breed Restrictions?

No, we don’t impose any breed restrictions. Total Dog! is an all-inclusive dog trainer that specializes in private dog-training for all kinds of dogs.

What’s The Best Age To Begin Training?

Right away! It’s true: you can teach an old dog new tricks and puppies are sponges for new information. While each dog has their own unique learning style and levels of maturity, as long as they’re awake, they’re learning.
At Total Dog!, we’re a truly all-inclusive dog training service. We work with dogs of all breeds and all ages.

Do You Offer In Home Dog Training?

Yes! With our Private Obedience Lessons you can choose the location.