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Therapy Dog Class

The focus of this class will be on preparing the handler and dog for the therapy environment. Skills include leash handling and walking calmly on a leash, working around medical equipment, loud noises, food, toys, and other distractions, greeting others, and etiquette for visiting handlers and dogs. Topics covered will include stress and calming signals in dogs, infection control, medical ethics, and general liability. We will also discuss the differences between therapy dogs and service dogs. This class will go over the requirements to pass the Delta Society Pet Partners skills test and the Therapy Dogs International test.

Length: 4-week course

Cost: $55

Pre-requisites: Obedience I or higher or permission of the Instructor

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