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Ability Dogs of Arizona

Tucson, Arizona

4.6/5· 45 Google reviews

About Ability Dogs of Arizona

Arizona's only ADI-accredited owner-train service dog program , and the nation's oldest service dog organization, founded in 1973. Based in Tucson with locations in Phoenix and Las Vegas, we train people to partner with their own dogs under the guidance of certified instructors. We offer service dog training across five disability disciplines, adult and puppy classes, and facility dog placement in schools, healthcare settings, and courtrooms. Pay-what-you-can fees make our service dog program accessible to all.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Puppy training

How training happens

  • Owner coaching
  • Private training Customer-reported

Dog age

  • Puppies

Assistance and working dogs

  • Service dog training

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Questions & answers

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What people have asked about this business.

are these trained dogs available to prospective owners who are seniors without great cost?

Hey Susan, thanks for reaching out. We are an owner-train program, which means people train their own dogs with us, alongside our instructors. We are very low cost, and also have scholarships for those who need financial assistance. If you don't have a dog we can help match you with one as well.

Community answer · Scott Mobley · 2025-09-21

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Do they board

No. They provide service dog and general behavior training.

Community answer · Kevin B · 2020-09-21

Question on Google
When is the next class for beginners, the cost and is scholarship money available?

Handi-Dogs has classes for the general public . They also have a service dog program. Acceptance into the service dog program is based on several factors. I suggest visiting the web site for more information. Scholarships are only available for the service dog program.

Community answer · Marie Kozlowski · 2023-09-21

It's an open enrollment setup. Classes are mixed but small. Don't know about scholarships but call them.

Community answer · Mary Hinson · 2018-09-21

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Am I correct in thinking that "Doggie Shorts" is scheduled to be shown at the Loft on May 19? How do I go about getting tickets. thanks.

Call Handi dogs. I believe it happened last month.

Community answer · Jeri Ogden · 2018-09-21

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Customer reviews

Google listing
4.6
out of 545 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Knowledgeable trainers 6
  • Learned 4
  • Organization 4
  • Compassion 3
  • Compassionate staff 2
  • Improved quality of life 2
All 10 topics
  • Team 2
  • Training with love 2
  • Understanding 2
  • Veteran 2

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45 collected reviews

Text reviews first · newest first
Sahali
5/5

So far so good. Excited about our up coming lessons.

David Leacock
1/5

I COULD NOT GET PASSED THE DOOR TO ASK FOR HELP. HEARING Impaired CANT USE PHONE

Unknown To others
5/5

Amazing place to certify your dog, along with incredible staff!

Howard Stern
5/5

Had many questions about getting an emotional support going for a family member. They were able to answer all my questions and point me in the right direction. They were so nice, patient and knowledgeable.

Melissa Hare
5/5
Had an appointment for my dog to undergo an assessment to determine if she had the temperament to be able to the job. Unfortunately she doesn't, but the process was a positive one. My dog wasn't overwhelmed by the assessment even though she wasn't a fan. Glenda & the other tra…Read full reviewClose full review

Had an appointment for my dog to undergo an assessment to determine if she had the temperament to be able to the job. Unfortunately she doesn't, but the process was a positive one. My dog wasn't overwhelmed by the assessment even though she wasn't a fan. Glenda & the other trainer did an awesome job explaining everything and explaining the program. When the time is right we will be using their organization to get a service dog for a family member.

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