Dinah & The Dogs LLC

Dinah & The Dogs LLC Memphis, TN & Beyond! Service Dog Training & Placement
Started & Fully Trained Dogs Available

Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Prep Class is Open for Registration!Ready to build a well-mannered dog and earn an AKC Canine ...
06/10/2026

Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Prep Class is Open for Registration!

Ready to build a well-mannered dog and earn an AKC Canine Good Citizen title?

Join us for our 4-session CGC Prep Program, where we'll help you and your dog develop the skills needed to pass the AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test and become a polite, confident companion in everyday life.

📅 Class Dates (Saturdays) 10:00 AM
• July 11
• July 18
• July 25
• August 8 – Official CGC Test Day

What is the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Test?
The AKC CGC is a nationally recognized certification that evaluates a dog's manners and behavior in public and around people. It serves as an excellent foundation for therapy dog work, advanced training, and service dog prospects.

Skills We'll Cover
✔ Accepting friendly strangers
✔ Sitting politely for petting
✔ Grooming and handling exercises
✔ Loose-leash walking
✔ Walking through a crowd
✔ Sit, down, and stay
✔ Reliable recall (come when called)
✔ Calm behavior around distractions
✔ Polite greetings with other dogs
✔ Supervised separation from the handler

This program includes 3 structured training classes, an official CGC evaluation, testing paperwork, and your dog's CGC ribbon upon passing.

$200 Total

Whether you're looking to strengthen your dog's obedience, work toward therapy dog goals, or simply have a more enjoyable companion, this class is a great next step.

📍Spots are limited. Register today at:

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06/10/2026

Join Falin for her first outing! We working on settling, focus, and basic commands. Great Job Falin!

06/08/2026

Sponsor a Future Service Dog!

Every service dog starts with a puppy, a trainer, and a community that believes in their potential.

Community sponsorships help offset the costs associated with acquiring, raising, training, and preparing future service dogs. As a sponsor, you'll receive monthly updates, photos, videos, and training milestones so you can follow the journey from puppyhood to placement.

The teams featured in this video are current service dog teams in our program, and every one of them started exactly the same way.

Learn more about becoming a sponsor here:

https://dinahandthedogs.com/support-a-future-service-dog-team (link in bio)

06/07/2026

People see the training sessions, but they don't always see everything that happens behind the scenes.

Being a dog trainer means so much more than teaching commands. It's feeding, grooming, cleaning, vet visits, enrichment, exercise, and making sure every dog's needs are met before they ever step into a training session.

The training is important, but the care is what makes it possible.

Can any dog become a service dog?Yes... and no.Technically, any breed can be trained to perform tasks that mitigate a di...
06/07/2026

Can any dog become a service dog?

Yes... and no.

Technically, any breed can be trained to perform tasks that mitigate a disability. There is no breed requirement for service dogs under the ADA.

However, being able to perform tasks is only one small piece of the puzzle.

A service dog must also be able to:
• Remain neutral around people and animals
• Recover quickly from stressful situations
• Work confidently in busy public environments
• Handle loud noises, crowds, and unexpected distractions
• Enjoy working with their handler
• Have the health and structure to perform their job safely

The reality is that not every dog has the temperament, confidence, health, or desire to become a service dog, and that's okay.

Failing service dog training doesn't mean a dog is bad. In fact, many washed service dog prospects go on to become incredible pets, sport dogs, therapy dogs, or working dogs in other capacities.

The goal isn't to force every dog into the role of a service dog. The goal is to find the job that best fits the dog in front of you.

A successful service dog isn't just task trained. They're a dog who genuinely enjoys and thrives in the work.

Do you think breed matters when choosing a service dog prospect? Let me know your thoughts below! 👇

06/03/2026

Service Dog Program Applications Are Open!

Looking for a service dog? We offer both started and fully trained service dogs tailored to your individual needs.

✨ Customized task training
✨ Public access training
✨ Payment plans available
✨ Lifetime support

Ready to learn more? Visit the link in our bio and complete an application to get started!

🐕‍🦺 Calling All Mascots! 🐕‍🦺At Dinah & The Dogs, we're always looking for new ways to prepare our service dogs in traini...
06/02/2026

🐕‍🦺 Calling All Mascots! 🐕‍🦺

At Dinah & The Dogs, we're always looking for new ways to prepare our service dogs in training for the real world. One important part of that process is exposing them to unusual sights and experiences in a safe, controlled environment.

We're currently looking for local mascots who would be willing to help with training sessions! Whether you're part of a school, sports team, business, community organization, or event group, we'd love to connect.

Mascots can be a surprising sight for dogs, making them a fantastic training opportunity for future service dogs who need to remain calm and focused in all kinds of environments.

If you have access to a mascot costume or know someone who does, please send us a message! We'd love to coordinate a short training session.

Thank you for supporting our service dog program and helping us create confident, capable service dogs for the people who rely on them. ❤️

📩 Contact us if you're interested or tag someone who might be able to help!
[email protected]
(901)618-4269

06/01/2026

Here’s a little sneak peak into an activity Gus & Dinah enjoy very much! Service dogs have lots of hobbies and things they enjoy besides their formal sd training!

You already know that we advocate heavily for service dogs and the incredible impact they can have on a handler's life. ...
05/29/2026

You already know that we advocate heavily for service dogs and the incredible impact they can have on a handler's life. A well trained service dog can provide independence, safety, confidence, and support that is truly life changing.

But before deciding that a service dog is right for you, it's important to look at the cons, too.

Service dogs are expensive. They require daily training, ongoing maintenance, and consistent care. They can draw unwanted attention, questions, and public scrutiny. Traveling becomes more complicated. Veterinary expenses can be significant. And perhaps most importantly, a service dog is still a dog! They have their own needs, emotions, and occasional bad days.

Service dogs are an amazing tool, but they are not the right fit for everyone. The decision to get a service dog should come from understanding both the benefits and the challenges that come with having a working dog by your side every day.

If you think a Service Dog is a right fit for you reach out and learn more!
🌐 www.dinahandthedogs.com
✉️ [email protected]
📞 (901)618-4260

Agility class is THIS SATURDAY! Come train with your dog, build confidence, and learn how to teach body awareness! Satur...
05/28/2026

Agility class is THIS SATURDAY!
Come train with your dog, build confidence, and learn how to teach body awareness!

Saturday, May 30th, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM in Bartlett!
$35 per dog

Reach out to sign up!
(901)618-4260
[email protected]

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