Online Service Dog Training for Chronic Illness Patients

Changing the long-term management of chronic diseases, one service dog team at a time!

Living with CRPS: A New Approach to Managing Chronic Pain

Being diagnosed with CRPS (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome) is tough, but hearing, “There’s nothing more we can do for you,” can feel even worse. Have you been told that? It brings confusion, anger, and a sense of abandonment.

Chronic conditions like CRPS are challenging, and often, doctors don’t have answers, leaving us waiting for “someday” rather than finding real solutions.

At Disabled Advantage, we aim to improve chronic condition management by combining service dogs with online training programs. Our approach improves quality of life, increases independence, and boosts motivation, based on personal experiences and client success stories.

As a service dog trainer, my goal is for your service dog to meet your daily needs and improve how you manage your condition. Together, you and your dog will form a powerful partnership, creating a better life.

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Curious How a Service Dog Can Help with CRPS/RSD?

Transform Your Life with Service Dog Training for Chronic Illness

For those with chronic conditions like CRPS, Fibromyalgia, EDS, and POTS, a trained service dog can transform your life. It shifts existence into a life of possibilities. I experienced this personally as a service dog helped me reclaim my life after CRPS took so much from me.

Disabled Advantage helps those with chronic disabilities train their mobility assistance dogs from start to finish through an online service dog training program. Whether you’re starting with a new dog or refining teamwork in public spaces, I’ll guide you every step of the way.

Personalized Support for Your Journey

Our coaching sessions offer one-on-one support, answering questions and providing expert advice. Whether you’re adjusting to a new diagnosis or deciding if a service dog is right for you, I’m here to help.

For those with CRPS or other chronic conditions, or anyone looking to improve their relationship with their dog, our lifestyle training teaches essential skills like house manners, gentle behavior, and creating harmony—no matter your health challenges.

*Not formal medical advice or instruction. I am not a medical professional – any advice I give is based on my own experience, research, and connections to others in the chronic illness community.

Service Dog Training for All

We offer courses for dog-owner teams at all skill levels, from basics to precision to jumping in to help with training where you’re currently stuck. Our aim is to help you apply training in everyday life, whether for a working service dog or companionship, so both you and your dog can thrive.

For CRPS owners, we provide valuable tips on how to communicate with your dog and maintain consistency, even during painful flare-ups.

Why Choose Us?

Step-by-step training: Expert guidance from day one on training your mobility assistance dog.
Comprehensive support: Personalized realistic chronic life support included throughout to address your unique needs.
Real-life success: Learn to apply training to everyday life, whether your dog is a service dog or companion.
Rare asset to you: CRPS service dog trainers are not common. Dog trainers with CRPS experience are rare. Here I am.
Unrivaled value: A training experience you will not get from other dog trainers. Just ask my clients.

I Use My Experiences to Help You Learn

Meet Sally: Living with CRPS and Empowering Others with Service Dog Training

Hi, I’m Sally. I’ve had Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) for over 10 years. I turned my passion for animal training into a tool for managing my disability. I trained my first service dog, Robbie, to assist with my pain and daily challenges.

A well-trained service dog can greatly enhance life with chronic pain and disability.

To learn more about my story and why my experience with CRPS makes me uniquely qualified to help you, click here!

About Sally and Robbie

Who We Are and What We Can Offer

Weekly or Bi-Weekly Virtual Training

Any location in the U.S.; select provinces in Canada
Session held on live Zoom call weekly, bi-weekly, or every 3 weeks, depending on your team’s needs
Unlimited text & email support between sessions for SD clients *during my business hours*
Unlimited email support between sessions for pet clients *during my business hours*
Access to an exclusive classroom of training demonstrations
Expert training guidance from someone who is both a trainer & service dog handler herself
Customizable training to fit your needs, lifestyle, schedule, and starting point

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My Training Approach Focuses on Your Needs & Helping Your Team Grow at a Speed Best for YOU

Building a Strong Foundation for You and Your Dog

Training your dog and creating a stable life together is a lot like building something with blocks. If the foundation is weak, the entire structure is more likely to collapse when it’s put under stress or faced with challenges. That’s why, through my online service dog training program, I focus on helping you build a strong foundation—brick by brick—for both you and your dog.

I take the time to guide you in developing your dog’s skills and adaptability using strategies from dog training, psychology, horse training, and my personal experiences living with a disability. I ensure that the methods are tried, tested, and effective, creating a stable, reliable partnership with you and your dog.

By focusing on solid foundations, I’ll help you and your dog build a lasting bond that can stand up to life’s challenges.