A useful log tells you what to try next. Record one session at a time, using observations you can return to later.
The tool sends no entries to AP. Saving uses this browser’s storage; it is not a cloud backup. Download a copy if you want to keep one. Do not use a shared device for private notes.
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Service dog training log
Dog: ____________________
Date/time: ____________________
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What makes a helpful entry?
Write down the goal, the setting, what your dog did, and one next step. “Looked toward me four times in a quiet room” is easier to use than “good focus.” Record difficult sessions too, including what you changed or when you stopped.
Use the log as a conversation starter
Bring selected entries to a trainer when you want help deciding what to practice. There is no score here that certifies a dog or establishes public-access readiness. A log is a learning tool, and under the ADA, registration or certification documents do not create public-access rights. See the U.S. Department of Justice service animal FAQs.
For AP’s original perspective, read Kea Grace’s training log article. For your next exercise, visit the Training Library.