Mutts With A Mission
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Trains service dogs for mobility, PTSD, psychiatric disorders, and seizures. Serves active-military, first responders, and veterans. ADI-accredited.
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VA Directory
Service Dog Trainers in Virginia
4 verified service dog training programs in Virginia. We prioritize ADI-accredited programs and certified trainers.
ADI Accredited
Paws for Purple Hearts — Virginia
Ruther Glen, Virginia
Virginia location of Paws for Purple Hearts. Trains service dogs for veterans with mobility and PTSD. ADI-accredited.
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Saint Francis Service Dogs
Roanoke, Virginia
Trains service dogs for autism, mobility, and seizures plus classroom, courthouse, and facility companions. ADI-accredited.
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Service Dogs of Virginia
Charlottesville, Virginia
Trains service dogs for autism, diabetes, mobility, and military PTSD. ADI-accredited.
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About service dog training in Virginia
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), service dogs do not require any specific certification or registration. However, reputable training is essential — a poorly trained dog can create dangerous situations in public settings and may legally be excluded from businesses that would otherwise welcome a trained service animal.
We recommend starting with ADI's official member directory when choosing a training program. ADI accreditation is the gold standard in the service dog industry.
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