Dogs have the power to change lives. At K9 Nation, our service and therapy dog programs prepare dogs for important roles that provide physical, emotional, and therapeutic support. Whether you need mobility help, emotional support, or therapy work in schools and hospitals, we’ll help you and your dog build lasting skills.

Our training creates calm, confident, and attentive dogs through structured obedience, task-specific exercises, and public access preparation. From retrieving items to interrupting anxiety episodes or offering steady comfort, we focus on building reliable partnerships.



We provide therapy dog certification training, emotional support dog training courses, and advanced therapy dog preparation. From puppy therapy dog training to public access training, our team is recognized among the best therapy dog trainers in Northwest Arkansas.

Greater Independence

Gain daily support for mobility, routines, or emotional well-being. Assistance dogs can retrieve items, provide stability, or alert you to specific needs, allowing you to live more confidently. Many clients find that this support creates new opportunities for independence at home, in public, and in social settings. With your dog’s help, everyday tasks become less stressful and more manageable.

Improved Communication

Build clear, reliable teamwork between dog and handler. Our therapy dog obedience courses teach both the dog and owner how to communicate consistently, ensuring commands are understood and followed. This strengthens trust and builds a deeper bond between you and your dog. Over time, communication becomes second nature, making teamwork smoother and more rewarding.

Emotional & Mental Support

Experience the reassurance and stability that trained support dogs provide. From interrupting anxiety episodes to offering grounding through presence and touch, these dogs create calm in stressful situations. Many handlers notice reduced stress and improved overall well-being when partnered with a therapy or emotional support dog. The companionship and unconditional support they provide can be life-changing.

Real-World Functionality

Prepare your dog for public access and everyday challenges. Through structured public access training for therapy dogs, we ensure your companion remains calm and focused in busy environments such as stores, schools, or hospitals. This reliability makes it possible to confidently include your dog in daily routines and activities. Knowing your dog is dependable in unpredictable settings gives you peace of mind everywhere you go.