Assistance dogs are dogs trained to perform tasks that mitigate their handler's disability. They are protected by the Equality Act 2010 which allows them to accompany their handler (almost) anywhere. It is illegal for a public business to refuse access to a disabled individual and their assistance dog. This is because an assistance dog is considered an auxiliary aid the same as a cane or wheelchair, refusing an assistance dog could be considered discrimination.

At Ocean Tails, we are dedicated to helping individuals develop confident, capable, and reliable assistance dogs through a supportive owner-trained pathway. We understand that every handler–dog team is unique, and we provide guidance that empowers owners to train their dogs to the high standards required for safe and effective assistance work in everyday life.
Whether you are at the very beginning of your journey or looking to refine advanced skills, we offer structured sessions designed around your specific needs and disability-related tasks. This can include public-access readiness, task-specific training, behaviour shaping, confidence building, and ongoing support to help your dog stay calm and focused in a wide range of environments.
Available in person & online internationally.
2 x 30 minute video calls per month.
Access to our online on-demand tutorial academy and advocacy protection for your Assistance Dog.
2 x 30 minute in person sessions per month based in or around Peterborough.
Packages that grab you great deals whilst training your dog.
4 weeks, 1 hour per week, 1-1 working on areas you and your assistance dog (or future assistance dog are struggling with!)
Please note this is to work through key areas only, for a dog to become fully qualified this can take anywhere between 6 months and 2 years.
Group Training Services, dates and locations are announced 2 weeks prior.
45 minutes - training in a public setting.
45 minutes - 1 hour - ongoing course teaching detection work.
45 minutes - 1 hour - all dogs kept on lead, no interaction, peaceful walk.
30-45 minutes - puppy playtime and training foundations in a group setting.
Misc services.
20 minute discussion to see what breed may best fit into your family!