Program Service Dogs

Cleo

Cleo is task trained to do retrievals, behavioral interruptions, and several other tasks for her handler. She is getting close to retirement age, but she is not enjoying the thought of not working just yet.

Miro

Miro is a rescued Labrador, who has been in the program since September. He will be available at the beginning of January. Miro will be trained as a medical alert/response dog or mobility dog.

Raider

Raider is our sweetest most goofy lab in the group. He is learning medical alerts and responses for his handler. He has already handled his first ER trip like a pro!

Murphy

Murphy is trained to turn light switches on, remove clothing, respond to unwanted behaviors, retrievals, close doors and open doors with tug or button.

Vera

Vera is Miro's sister. She is training to be an allergen detection dog, medical alert/response dog, and psychiatric service dog.

Ash

Ash is another rescue lab. She didn't have a name when she was picked up, nor did she ever go inside. Now she is a spoiled service dog saving her mom's life like the real hero she is.

Beau

Beau started with Star K-9 Training to fix severe fear issues. He quickly began to overcome his struggles, and he is now learning to help his mom with her disability.

Rio

Rio is Beau's little brother. He joined the group as just a puppy, and she has grown so much since then. He is also perfecting his public access skills and task training.

Karma

Karma is a Schnauzer with an amazing temperament. She is one of the first Schnauzers in the group to be trained as a service dog. She is learning to do life saving alerts for her mom now.

Kevin

Kevin's mom did a fantastic job owner training Kevin. He is now keeping up on public access training and learning more tasks to assist his mom.

Finley

Finley is the happiest Golden Retriever. His handler works hard on his training to be sure he is the best boy ever. He is perfecting his public access skills and learning his tasks.

Roo

Roo joined group classes as a tiny little pup. She has grown up so much since then! She is in the process of learning more tasks to help her handler and perfect her public access training.

Flint

Flint travels a long way to join our training group. He is working on his public access, task training, and CGC titles. His mom hopes to do sports with him, so he will be a vert skiled pup.

Jinx

Jinx is another very laid back Belgian Malinois in the group. She is working towards her CGCA and CGCU. After she will be perfecting her public access skills and learning her tasks now.

Zelda

Zelda's handler is an aspiring dog trainer. She works hard to be sure Zelda is on top of her game. Zelda is working towards her CGCU and CGCA. She is also beginning scent-based task training for medical alerts.

Jade

Jade just recently joined the group. She is learning so quick though! She is working towards her STAR Pupoy and CGC titles. She will be a multipurpose service dog.

Ranger

Ranger was a started service dog. Since 2018, he has been helping his veteran handler with his PTSD. He came a long way from East Texas.

Killau

Killua was the first Great Dane in the group back in 2018. He had the longest legs and the biggest heart. He was a multipurpose service dog.

Stitch

Stitch started service dog training at a later age, but her great temperament made it easy for her to catch up. She is now learning several different tasks to help her handler.

Rosie

Rosie did a 4 month board and train along with lessons back in 2019. She is now helping her mom get through school and be independent.

Owner Training Program Dogs

Owner trained service dogs are service dogs that go through a mix of private lessons and group classes to complete training. This program is the most affordable because it is tailored to your needs. This program is best for those who can dedicate several days a week to in-home and public training.

Started Service Dog Program

Star K-9 Training started service dogs are puppies or dogs who have started foundational training. Our program service dogs with started training stay with the trainer for 1-4 months before going to new handlers. This allows our training to deal with the more difficult parts of training and speed up the foundational training.

Where do you get your program dogs?

Our dogs are typically rescued Labradors that come from rehoming situations. We can get breeder dogs when requested, but it is an additional fee.

How old are the puppies when the handler receives them?

The puppies will be between 3-12 months in most cases.

How long do the puppies stay with the trainer?

Ideally the puppies will stay with the trainer for 1-4 months. They will continue training for x amounts of months until they are two-years old.

Why should I consider a started service dog?

Training a puppy is hard work, and it is very easy to make mistakes. These mistakes can lead to a service dog failing training or having to train through behavioral problems. The trainer can also accelerate training because they already know what they are doing. Clients who do private lessons move at a much slower pace because there is only so much you can go over each session. Those who get started service dogs have more practicing to do than teaching.

How much does a started service dog cost?

The cost varies on how long the dog has been with the trainer and several other things. A dog that was with the trainer for 4 months is about $12,000, but only about $8,000 is upfront when you get the dog. The lessons are $300 each month until the dog turns 2. Each month of boarding is $1,500. Supplies and is about $2,000.

What will the dog come with?

The dog will have all its age-appropriate vetting done, a car safe kennel, and several other things.

Are there any special requirements to get a start to finish program dog?

Here are some unique requirements we have:

Dogs need to wait until 1.5-2 years before being altered.
Dogs need to ride in a car safe kennel as much as possible. They will have a car safe seat belt for when the crate cannot be in the car.
They can never be off leash and need to follow city ordinances.
They should never go to dog parks, daycare, or other settings where there are several off leash unknown dogs.
Pet insurance is required for certain dogs.
Carrying a taser, bear spray, or other animal deterrent is highly recommended when on walks.
No one should board the pet without a contract written. It is very easy for "dog sitters" to steal dogs when contracts are not written in Texas.
They need to be fed high quality food and filtered water.

Do you do boarding for clients who own the dog already?

Yes, we do when we have openings. An evaluation is required beforehand.

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