[header] How to obtain service dog papers [title] Evaluate your dog's temperament. [step] Any dog must have a particular set of qualities to have potential as a good service dog. Your dog may be a relatively obedient and well-behaved pet, but that still doesn't mean it's cut out to be a service dog. 
[substeps] Generally speaking, service dogs should be calm, friendly dogs that are quick learners and can retain information. You want your service dog to be alert and attentive, but not one that reacts to every trigger or chases every distraction.