Level 3 - Therapy
If you have a dog that just loves people or it seems people are just drawn to your dog this may be the route for you. Do you like helping others or making them feel better? Therapy dogs and their handlers visit nursing homes, hospitals and visit schools. Whether it’s just visiting an elderly person or teaching kids about dog safety or how to read you and your dog can make a difference.
At least 4 times per year we offer therapy dog testing with an TDI evaluator. TDI stands for Therapy Dogs International and they are a group of individuals that just love visiting with their dogs. Once your dog is certified you can join visiting groups.
Many of the TDI tests are similar to the Canine Good Citizen testing. You’ll also be introduced to medical equipment like walkers and wheel chairs and teach your dog to leave food or other items people may drop on the floor. Our Canine Good Citizen training class puts you on the right path to successfully training your dog for therapy work. To learn more give us a call or visit the TDI website at www.tdi-dog.org.
At least 4 times per year we offer therapy dog testing with an TDI evaluator. TDI stands for Therapy Dogs International and they are a group of individuals that just love visiting with their dogs. Once your dog is certified you can join visiting groups.
Many of the TDI tests are similar to the Canine Good Citizen testing. You’ll also be introduced to medical equipment like walkers and wheel chairs and teach your dog to leave food or other items people may drop on the floor. Our Canine Good Citizen training class puts you on the right path to successfully training your dog for therapy work. To learn more give us a call or visit the TDI website at www.tdi-dog.org.
Therapy Dog Prep Class (*For dogs wanting to test and start to do therapy visits)
Tuesdays 7:30pm
This 4 week class will take you through the basics of what it takes to pass the TDI test. Pat Kinch is the instructor and have been involved with TDI for many years. Following the CGC/3D class this is the prep class to take right before you take the test and start visits with your dog.
Cost: $69.00/4 sessions
*Call for more information and ask us how to get started
Therapy Dog Continuing Ed Classes
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday at 7:00pm
Once passing the TDI test it’s imperative you keep up with rules, regulations and expectations of TDI. Pat will help to guide you along as you and your dog make a difference in people’s lives during visits. Many people appreciate the opportunity to ensure they keep their dog obedience and mannered for upcoming visits. Continuing education classes are the perfect way to stay an A-student. For any of our clients that choose to enroll in the continuing education class we will waive your testing fees.
Here are some things to expect to work on in class:
· How to help your dog deal with stress that comes from visiting
· How to do a therapy dog visit
· How to deal with emergencies during a visit
· How to keep your dog safe during a visit
· Therapy dog bags and what to take with on visits
· Obedience and Manners Proofing and more!
Cost: $99.00
# of Sessions: 6
Drop in $: 15.00
Expires: 6 months from date of purchase
Therapy Dog Test
2nd Friday of every month
Cost: $25.00
**Call to confirm a time. These tests fill quickly
Meet Pat Kinch – the Therapy Dog Instructor! Pictures coming soon…
Pat has been doing therapy dog visits for over 18 years going to nursing homes, hospitals, libraries, rehabilitation centers, treatment centers, etc. She has trained and served the communities with 6 therapy dogs (and more to come!). Pat has had her AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluator status and Therapy Dog International evaluator status for over 8 years. When asked Pat has taught therapy dog seminars for breed clubs, colleges, schools, Native American Wisdom conferences and others.
While therapy dog work is her calling in life Pat is very involved in other ways in the dog world and has taught conformation classes, shown in conformation and always trained her dogs in obedience and agility too. She’s also been puppy personality testing for 15 years.
Chopper, one of Pat’s Rottweilers has made quite an impression during his therapy career and has been inducted in the Minnesota Veterinary Association Animal Hall of Fame for his work as a therapy dog working with children with cancer. He has also received 2 awards from the American Rottweiler Club for his therapy work.
Tuesdays 7:30pm
This 4 week class will take you through the basics of what it takes to pass the TDI test. Pat Kinch is the instructor and have been involved with TDI for many years. Following the CGC/3D class this is the prep class to take right before you take the test and start visits with your dog.
Cost: $69.00/4 sessions
*Call for more information and ask us how to get started
Therapy Dog Continuing Ed Classes
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday at 7:00pm
Once passing the TDI test it’s imperative you keep up with rules, regulations and expectations of TDI. Pat will help to guide you along as you and your dog make a difference in people’s lives during visits. Many people appreciate the opportunity to ensure they keep their dog obedience and mannered for upcoming visits. Continuing education classes are the perfect way to stay an A-student. For any of our clients that choose to enroll in the continuing education class we will waive your testing fees.
Here are some things to expect to work on in class:
· How to help your dog deal with stress that comes from visiting
· How to do a therapy dog visit
· How to deal with emergencies during a visit
· How to keep your dog safe during a visit
· Therapy dog bags and what to take with on visits
· Obedience and Manners Proofing and more!
Cost: $99.00
# of Sessions: 6
Drop in $: 15.00
Expires: 6 months from date of purchase
Therapy Dog Test
2nd Friday of every month
Cost: $25.00
**Call to confirm a time. These tests fill quickly
Meet Pat Kinch – the Therapy Dog Instructor! Pictures coming soon…
Pat has been doing therapy dog visits for over 18 years going to nursing homes, hospitals, libraries, rehabilitation centers, treatment centers, etc. She has trained and served the communities with 6 therapy dogs (and more to come!). Pat has had her AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluator status and Therapy Dog International evaluator status for over 8 years. When asked Pat has taught therapy dog seminars for breed clubs, colleges, schools, Native American Wisdom conferences and others.
While therapy dog work is her calling in life Pat is very involved in other ways in the dog world and has taught conformation classes, shown in conformation and always trained her dogs in obedience and agility too. She’s also been puppy personality testing for 15 years.
Chopper, one of Pat’s Rottweilers has made quite an impression during his therapy career and has been inducted in the Minnesota Veterinary Association Animal Hall of Fame for his work as a therapy dog working with children with cancer. He has also received 2 awards from the American Rottweiler Club for his therapy work.
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