If you are in the North Broward County area near Margate, Tamarac, Coconut Creek, Coral Springs or Parkland and looking for therapy dog training help or advise, contact me for more information.
I can help with ALL aspects of Therapy Dog Training, PLUS;
- Answering questions about the different Therapy Dog Groups
- Understanding the varied activities you can be involved with
- Preparing you and your dog for the AKC CGC
- Testing you and your dog for the AKC CGC
- Connecting you to the correct Therapy Dog Organization
I can help you with all the basics of Dog Training and Advanced Therapy Dog Training you need for your qualified dog to become a successful Therapy Dog Team.
I have been doing Therapy Dog activities since 2014 when we were with Canines Assisted Therapy, Inc in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Soon after becoming a certified Therapy Dog team I started doing more training including advanced/crisis response type of therapy dog Training also called Comfort Dog. More recently I’ve joined Alliance of Therapy Dogs which allowed me more flexibility and freedom to do Therapy activities as I was invited to do. In 2016 I joined Canines For Christ Therapy Dog group.
A Therapy Dog is a Pet that is Certified or Registered AND INSURED with an organization and INVITED into a place to engage children or adults.
Not all dogs are qualified to become Therapy Dogs. In most cases a Therapy Dog has to like people (more toward them when given the opportunity) and have good obedience. Any type of aggression toward people will in most cases keep the dog from qualifying.
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Dogs that prefer one group of people over another will not necessarily disqualify a dog. For example, some dogs, like people are more comfortable around kids then seniors or visa versa.
If you are interested in doing therapy dog activities, it is important to work with an experienced therapy dog trainer. This is because therapy dog work is different from other types of dog training, and requires specialized skills and knowledge.
Here are some reasons why an experienced therapy dog trainer is important:
They understand the requirements for therapy dog certification: In order to participate in therapy dog activities, your dog must be certified by a recognized therapy dog organization. An experienced trainer will understand the specific requirements for certification and can help you and your dog prepare for the certification process.
They can train your dog to be calm and well-behaved in a variety of settings: Therapy dogs need to be able to remain calm and well-behaved in a variety of settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, and schools. An experienced trainer can help your dog become comfortable in different environments, and teach them to remain calm and focused even in situations that may be stressful or overwhelming.
They can help you develop a strong bond with your dog: Building a strong bond with your dog is an important part of therapy dog work. An experienced trainer can help you develop a strong relationship with your dog based on trust and mutual respect. This can help your dog feel more comfortable and confident in therapy dog settings.
They can teach you how to handle your dog in different situations: As a therapy dog handler, it is important to know how to handle your dog in different situations. An experienced trainer can teach you how to read your dog’s body language and behavior, and how to respond appropriately to different situations.
They can help you navigate the legal and ethical aspects of therapy dog work: Therapy dog work involves navigating a variety of legal and ethical issues, including liability, confidentiality, and informed consent. An experienced trainer can help you understand these issues and develop a plan for addressing them in your therapy dog activities.
In summary, an experienced therapy dog trainer is important if you want to do therapy dog activities because they can help you prepare for certification, train your dog to be calm and well-behaved in different settings, develop a strong bond with your dog, teach you how to handle your dog in different situations, and navigate the legal and ethical aspects of therapy dog work. Working with an experienced trainer can help ensure that you and your dog are prepared to make a positive impact in your community as therapy dog volunteers.
