Ability Dogs of Arizona

★★★★★★★★★★ 4.6 45 reviews

75 S Montego Dr, Tucson, Arizona 85710

Positive reinforcementBasic Obedience & MannersService Dog TrainingTherapy Dog & CGC Prep

75 S Montego Dr, Tucson, Arizona 85710

Overview

FormatTucson training center on South Montego Drive; also runs classes in the Phoenix area

Training methodPositive reinforcement

Experience53+ years

About Ability Dogs of Arizona

What they offer

Ability Dogs of Arizona opened in 1973 and describes itself as Arizona's only ADI-accredited owner-train service dog program. Instead of placing finished dogs, it gives people the tools and close supervision to train their own service dog, for tasks such as diabetic alert, hearing alert, mobility assistance, psychiatric assistance and seizure response. Certified teams get free group lessons for as long as the dog serves.

Pet classes

The same positive, reward-based methods are offered to pet owners. The site lists pet classes in basic obedience, Canine Good Citizen certification and agility, plus one-on-one private consultations, with a separate Tucson class schedule.

Facility dogs

A structured six-month group program trains dogs to work in professional settings alongside their handlers.

Before you book

Service dog programs have eligibility requirements, so ask about them before you enroll a dog.

What they can help with

Owner-train service dog program

Task training and public-access work for service-dog candidates.

Psychiatric

Mobility

Diabetic alert

Hearing alert and seizure response service dog tasks

Task training and public-access work for service-dog candidates.

Facility dog program

Pet classes: basic obedience ↗

Sit, stay, recall and reliable commands, from beginner to advanced.

CGC certification

AKC title testing: CGC, Trick Dog and Star Puppy evaluations.

Agility

Agility training: handling, obstacles and confidence-building.

Private pet consultations

One-on-one sessions tailored to your dog's specific goals.

Certifications & verification

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ADI-accredited (own claim)

Listed by the trainer — not independently verified.

Reviews

★★★★★★★★★★ 4.6 45 reviews · Google

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Helpful guides

GuideIn-Home TrainingWhen private, in-home training beats a class — and what a session looks like.Read the guide →GuideObedience TrainingWhat basic and advanced obedience cover, what it costs, and how to choose a class.Read the guide →GuidePuppy TrainingHouse-training, socialization, and manners in the first months — when habits form fastest.Read the guide →

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Ability Dogs of Arizona — 4.6★ (45 reviews), Tucson Dog Trainer