Ready to Take Control of Your Healing?
“Under Taylor's guidance my Daughter has blossomed from a girl crippled by social anxiety to owning her space, speaking clearly and confidently to a group of people she only just met”
You don’t need to have it all figured out on day one,
You just need to start,
and we’ll guide you through the rest.
Hypersensitivity
Overwhelm
Anger
Mood swings
Nightmares or poor sleep
Difficulty leaving the house
Anxiety
Impulsive behaviors
Intense fear of abandonment
Hypervigilance
Do you feel like we are listing your whole life?
These symptoms are real and they can make daily life feel impossible for those who suffer from PTSD, ADHD, BPD or Autism
I can’t promise you'll ever heal completely from these.
But I can tell you this:
The safety, companionship and unconditional love of an assistance dog can change everything.
(Clicking here will take you to a short intake form, Just a few questions to see if you’re a good fit)
Here’s How a Trained Assistance Dog Can Help:
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Provides a sense of safety in public
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Interrupts anxiety and overwhelm, bringing you back to the present
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Calms frustration and anger
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Wakes you from nightmares or comforts you back to sleep
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Encourages you to leave the house and re-engage with life
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Offers grounding and comfort during mood swings
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Helps reduce impulsive behaviours by redirecting focus
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Provides constant companionship to ease feelings of abandonment
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Alerts you to rising anxiety or hypervigilance before it escalates
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Creates a calming daily routine that supports stability and sleep
Sounds really good, yeah? Is there a catch? Will the benefits above outweigh it? I explain it all below…
The struggles some people experience when looking for a company or program that will supply you with a dog.....
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Most programs you have to wait years on their waitlists or have closed entirely due to so much demand
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Most programs only provide assistance dogs to Police, Military and Fire Fighters
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Pre-Trained assistance dogs can cost tens of thousands of dollars
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And trying to train your own dog without support and knowledge can feel overwhelming
But, there is another way.....
Imagine a program where your dog is matched to your needs, your lifestyle, and your personality
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No endless waitlist.
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No impossible price tag.
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Just a clear, step-by-step path with expert guidance, mentorship, and support for both you and your dog
All while you are experiencing the benefits of having a 24/7 supportive companion
Would that make a difference in your life?
My name is Taylor
When I was 15, I was attacked by a dog. I needed surgery, and the trauma left me struggling with fear and PTSD.
Instead of giving up, I wanted to understand why dogs act the way they do.
That journey led me to study canine psychology and behaviour starting with my own anxious, reactive dog, Zeus.
For the past 8 years, I’ve dedicated my life to training dogs for mental health support.
I know firsthand how much an assistance dog can change daily life because I’ve been through the struggle myself.
That’s why I created the Assistance Dog Puppy Program, the same program that has already helped hundreds of people living with PTSD, ADHD, BPD, and autism train dogs that truly support their needs and lifestyle.
In this program you will be personally guided every step of the way, from preparing you for a puppy to getting you both ready for the public access test.
NO huge waiting lists, NO generic training schedule, NO INSANE COSTS.
The Honest Reality Most Programs Don’t Talk About…
You will have a cute little pup from 8 weeks old, that you will spend time with everyday to train, feed, groom and love.
We will guide you on how to train and what needs to be done every week through weekly zoom calls.
Got a question just ask, struggling with a behavioral issue? Show us on the Zoom call and we will guide you through fixing it.
However.... This program isn’t for everyone. Training your own assistance dog takes daily effort, patience and discipline.
Not everyone has the ability, mental capacity, or lifestyle to raise a puppy and complete assistance dog training alongside their daily challenges. And that’s okay, it doesn’t mean you’re out of options. For those of you, we have some alternate options that may suit your needs better.
However, if you’ve made it this far and you’re willing enough, you’d be surprised how capable you already are. You don’t need to have it all figured out on day one, you just need to start, and we’ll guide you through every step.
(Clicking here will take you to an intake form, a few questions to help us line you up with the right path forward)
(Clicking here will take you to a short intake form, Just a few questions to see if you’re a good fit)
Still not sure? Here are real stories from people who took the first step....
“Taylor has been amazing in helping Tomas and I on our journey to him becoming a fully qualified Assistance Dog.
She is a fantastic, positive and motivating trainer, and seems to have so many little tricks up her sleeve to help dogs understand what you are asking of them.
I love that she also supplies me with training treats and tools such as leashes etc. Alpha Lykos K9 Training and Behaviour has also been a great advocate for me when I have encountered critical or abusive security guards etc, so I can relax and let them advocate for me.
I cannot recommend more highly”
Julia and Tomas
"The power of an assistance dog called ; Bugs
A few short months ago we welcomed an assistance dog in training into our household , never did I think that the changes would be so rapid in my daughter .
Under the guidance of Taylor both my daughter and her dog have blossomed , the dedication she shows into the training required , has been returned 10 fold to her by the dog that's at her side . From a girl crippled by social anxiety , one that every shopping trip was a challenge . That she had to hold on to me to help ground her….
Where I , as the parent, had to decide if something was necessary or whether we could go without it for another time .
When Bugs arrived the switch turned on , she had to face the shops in order to expose her puppy , she had to show him the environment and things he needed to help her with . Slowly her confidence grew and she started showing up , standing up and knowing she could do this.
Last night she came with me to toastmasters , which is a platform for people to learn how to speak . While she is still too young to join , she was asked as a guest if she wanted to speak , to my absolute amazement she said yes
what happened next was thanks to Bug
She stood up , owned her space and spoke clearly and confidently about the topic , about having confidence when you don't think you have it . And her secret weapon was of course was Bugs.
I watched last night a beautiful butterfly emerge thanks to a dog named Bugs"
“Taylor provides my assistant dog in training (Nora) and I with an individualised training program that is effective and has changed the trajectory of our training journey to one that is positive and excellent”
Tahlia and Nora
Our Story
Alpha Lykos K9, which was founded in 2017, originated under the name "Alpha Omega Dogs" by founder Taylor Skinner
Taylor Realised there was a need for an open-minded approach to dog training and behavioral challenges.
Understanding that each dog possesses its own unique personality and that every household is different, the focus is on crafting individualized plans for each client.
We firmly believe in fostering a strong bond and effective communication between you and your furry companion.
Read More About Us Here.....
The Ideal Applicant:
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Be willing to put in time every day to care and train their future assistance dog
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Have a clinical diagnosis that allows an assistance dog
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Be prepared to learn how to train a dog from a pup (with all the guidance you'll ever need)
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Have set medical goals
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Willing to stick with a custom/ personalised training schedule
If you don’t match all of these that’s okay, still apply because we have other options available that might fit your situation
(Clicking here will take you to a short intake form, Just a few questions to see if you’re a good fit)
Our Success Stories
“By being by my side when I withdraw and disappear, my dog has given me the mental fortitude to do the things I would normally shy from and or avoid.”
"I didn’t qualify for a free support dog and didn’t want to wait. This program let me train my own dog to help with my PTSD and it’s changed my life."
