Certified Therapy Dog, Inc.
An AKC Recommended Therapy Dog Organization
A Non-Profit Corporation
Dogs make people better. Dogs make better people.
Requirements For Classes
Classes are structured to be rewarding, fun, safe and comfortable for everyone. So, please bring to every class…
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Fresh water and a water bowl. We discourage sharing water bowls unless necessary.
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Plenty of training treats of both high value and lower value to your dog. We do use treats, but effusive praise and loving validation works even better.
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Paper towels and poopie bags (Just in case!)
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A mat, towel or similar item that your dog will lay on and get to know as his/her “place”
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A six-foot (non-retractable) lead
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A collar/harness
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Comfort harnesses are preferred. Front clip harnesses are strongly recommended. [Back clip harnesses are not effective at teaching a dog not to pull on the leash.] We will learn gentle walking control techniques and manners.
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We recommend an "Easy Walk Front Clip Martingale Harness." You will learn how to safely and comfortably use it.
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Absolutely NO choke, prong, loop or electronic collars are permitted. We train, we do not restrain!
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Paper and Pen. We discuss a great deal of important information that you will want to remember and incorporate into your training regimen.
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Record of current inoculations and county license [Bring to the first class only- but it is a good idea to have a picture of them on your phone, so they are always with you. Some facilities will require them prior to entry.]