STRONG BOND SUCCESS STORY
"Working with Alex is wonderful. He is very knowledgeable, passionate about dogs (and working with people!), patient, and caring. He has years of experience dogs and it shows. I really appreciate his approach: he focuses on meeting core needs and relating to your dog, rather than just addressing 'issues'. After just four sessions working together, I feel much more confident in my ability to work through challenges and I feel closer to my puppy Mikko as a result of our sessions. I would highly recommend reaching out to strong bond training to work with Alex and Christine. Thanks Alex!"
- Alexander & Mikko
THERAPY DOG TRAINING PROGRAM
For Dogs Who Are Ready to Share Their Gift
This program is ideal for dogs who have the heart for therapy work, even if they still need training to develop the skills.
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Your dog does not need to be perfect. They may still need practice with greetings, focus, confidence, impulse control, or staying calm in busy environments. What matters most is that your dog enjoys people, has a generally friendly temperament, and has the potential to become calm and comfortable in social settings with the right guidance.
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If your dog is already a rockstar companion, we’ll help you refine their skills for therapy dog visits. If your dog is still growing into that role, we’ll help you build the foundation they need to become a more confident, gentle, and dependable partner.
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This program is also for handlers who want to volunteer with purpose. We’ll help you understand how to guide your dog, protect their wellbeing, and become the kind of team people are happy to welcome into their space.
Flexible Pricing and Payment Plans Available
WHAT TO EXPECT...​
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We’ll help you build the skills needed for successful therapy dog visits.
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Training may include greeting people gently, remaining calm around medical equipment, walking through crowded spaces, settling near people in need of comfort, and staying connected to you in distracting environments.
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We’ll customize your training plan around your goals, whether you hope to volunteer in hospitals, schools, senior living centers, counseling offices, or another setting.
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT...
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We believe therapy dog work begins with the relationship between you and your dog.
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Your dog should not be forced into this work. They should enjoy it. They should feel safe, supported, and confident as they learn how to share their natural gifts with others.
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Instead of simply drilling obedience, we focus on trust, communication, emotional awareness, and real-world preparation.
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A great therapy dog is not just well-behaved. They are grounded, connected, and comfortable sharing love with the people who need it most.
WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE...
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A customized training plan built around your volunteering goals.
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In-person coaching to help you and your dog develop the skills needed for calm, confident therapy work.
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Lifelong access to our online and written resources so you can continue reviewing and practicing long after your sessions are complete.
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Membership to our Alumni Group, including monthly group hikes, virtual check-ins with head trainer Alex, ongoing support, and refresher training options.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN...
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You’ll learn how to help your dog greet people gently and appropriately, even when people are excited, emotional, physically limited, or unfamiliar to your dog.
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You’ll practice advanced social skills for settings such as schools, hospitals, senior living centers, and counseling offices.
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You’ll learn how to help your dog stay calm around medical equipment, loud noises, unexpected movements, unusual surfaces, and busy environments.
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You’ll practice real-world exposure so your dog can build adaptability, focus, and confidence outside of familiar places.
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Most importantly, you’ll learn how to advocate for your dog, read their signals, and make sure therapy work remains a positive and fulfilling experience for both of you.
THERAPY DOG SKILL DEVELOPMENT...
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Therapy dogs need a special balance of friendliness, calmness, patience, and emotional stability.
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During training, we may work on:
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Gentle greetings with children, adults, and seniors.
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Calm behavior around wheelchairs, walkers, hospital beds, medical equipment, and unusual sounds.
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Settling quietly next to someone who needs comfort.
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Walking politely through public spaces and busy environments.
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Remaining focused on the handler while still being open and friendly toward others.
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Recovering calmly from surprises, sudden noises, or unexpected movement.
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Building the confidence to visit new places without becoming overwhelmed.
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TESTING PREPARATION...
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Different therapy dog organizations and volunteer locations have different testing requirements.
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If you can provide us with the testing requirements for the place where you and your dog would like to volunteer, we can customize your training plan to include those specific skills. This allows us to train directly toward the behaviors your dog may need to demonstrate, so you can walk into your test feeling prepared, confident, and ready to pass with flying colors.
STRONG BOND SUCCESS STORY
"We’ve had a really positive experience working with Alex. He is a truly kind person and it’s clear he cares deeply about the dogs he trains. He has a unique approach to training that focuses on what’s best for the individual dog, and he has gone above and beyond to help my sister and me with our challenges. Our dog (Onyx) has become so much happier and has learned a lot, and we have too."
- Elena & Onyx
THERAPY DOG TRAINING IN BOULDER & SURROUNDING AREAS​
We provide therapy dog training in Boulder, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Longmont, and Niwot, CO.
Our program will help you refine your teamwork, prepare for real-world volunteer settings, and build the confidence needed to serve your community together.
Contact us today to talk with a trainer and see if therapy dog training is the right next step for you and your dog.
Your dog has a gift.
Let's share it with others.​