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Therapy Dog Classes (for Animal Assisted Therapy) This is why Animal Assisted Therapy programs can be found in nursing homes, hospitals, prisons, homes for disabled children, residential treatment facilities, even libraries and schools. Is your dog calm, confident, easy-going, and friendly? Does he or she love being petted? Then the two of you can bring joy and healing to your community. Touching Tails This class prepares you for the elements of both AKC’s Canine Good Citizen Test (required by many Animal Assisted Therapy programs) and the Delta Society Pet Partner Team Evaluation. The CGC Test will be offered on week five of the class. The Pet Partner Team Evaluation will be offered on week six. What You & Your Dog Will Learn What To Know Please note: We schedule classes based on interest. If no classes are listed below, please contact us to be added to our list and we’ll let you know as soon as there’s a class coming up. Upcoming Classes Washington County Veterinary Hospital 4262 Tower Hill Road, South Kingstown RI Map
Beasties Pet Supply 656 Metacom Ave, Warren RI Map None Currently Scheduled Regiister AKC Canine Good Citizen Test Contact us to schedule your test appointment (payment in advance required). What You & Your Dog Will Learn After signing the pledge, you and your dog are ready to take the CGC Test. Test items include:
What To Know Duration: 30 minutes Cost: $40 Please note: We schedule classes based on interest. If no classes are listed below, please contact us to be added to our list and we’ll let you know as soon as there’s a class coming up. Upcoming Classes Washington County Veterinary Hospital 4262 Tower Hill Road, South Kingstown RI Map
Saturday March 10th 2012 - starting at 12pm by Appointment Beasties Pet Supply 656 Metacom Ave, Warren RI Map None Currently Scheduled Register Delta Society Pet Partner Team Training A two-day workshop for the human half of the Pet Partner Team. Completion of this course, in a workshop like this or in home-study format, is required to become a certified Pet Partner Team. The workshop is taught by a licensed Delta Pet Partner Team Instructor. Completion of the workshop makes participants eligible to register for the Delta Pet Partner Evaluation.
What To Know Duration: 1 full dayCost: $100 Included:Delta Team Training Manual & lunch Please note: We schedule classes based on interest. If no classes are listed below, please contact us to be added to our list and we’ll let you know as soon as there’s a class coming up. Upcoming Classes Washington County Veterinary Hospital 4262 Tower Hill Road, South Kingstown RI Map
None Currently Scheduled Beasties Pet Supply 656 Metacom Ave, Warren RI Map None Currently Scheduled Register Delta Society Pet Partner Evaluation What You & Your Dog Will Learn What To Know Duration: 30 minutes Cost: $40 Please note: We schedule classes based on interest. If no classes are listed below, please contact us to be added to our list and we’ll let you know as soon as there’s a class coming up. Upcoming Classes Washington County Veterinary Hospital 4262 Tower Hill Road, South Kingstown RI Map
Saturday March 17th 2012 Starting at 12pm by Appointment Beasties Pet Supply 656 Metacom Ave, Warren RI Map None Currently Scheduled Register Clicks & Tricks™ What You & Your Dog Will Learn What To Know Duration: 6 x 1-hour sessions Cost: $135 Please note: We schedule classes based on interest. If no classes are listed below, please contact us to be added to our list and we’ll let you know as soon as there’s a class coming up. |
The Canine Good Citizen Program
is designed to reward dogs that have good manners at home and in the community. It’s a two-part program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs that pass the 10-step CGC test get a certificate from the American Kennel Club.
Delta Society’s Pet Partners Program
trains volunteers for visiting animal programs in hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, schools and other facilities. Registered Pet Partner Teams are covered by the Delta Society’s $1 million primary liability insurance.
"After having two children with birth defects and recalling how happy my son was to have a therapy dog visit when we were in the hospital, I decided to learn about the process of making our dog a therapy dog. Karen and the staff at Courteous Canine were so great to work with. They were especially patient with all my questions and accommodating. They helped Diesel and I train and prepare for the Delta Society test. We were both excited to pass on our first try and look forward to going into the community and helping others. Thanks Karen, we look forward to attending more classes with you and your staff."
Leslie A. & Diesel Bristol RI
Get ready for therapy dog work. In this class your dog will learn to relax around people using medical equipment like walkers, canes, and crutches, as well as other social and environmental challenges therapy dogs need to take in stride.
