# Puppy → Service Dog roadmap (Rucksacks & Ridgebacks)

## Phase overview
| Phase | Focus | Exit criteria |
|-------|--------|----------------|
| Puppy foundation | Bond, potty, socialize, basics | Calm engagement, house manners |
| Adolescent basics | Impulse control, leash, place | Can work around mild distraction |
| Core obedience | Reliability | Off-distraction solid; on-distraction improving |
| Public access prep | Stores, sidewalks, transport | Settle under table; ignore food/dogs with management |
| Task training | Disability mitigation | Tasks reliable on cue |
| Service partnership | Handler independence | Handler runs sessions; dog works for handler |
| Maintenance | Lifetime skills | Weekly refreshers; health checks |

## All service types in this archive
See `curriculum/service-types/` for full modules.

## Compile package
Use the web portal **Compile** tab to export a dog's folder checklist + linked curriculum into one study pack.