Therapy Dog Training
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$210.00
$210.00
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Class Size: 8 students or less
Tests - The Therapy Dog Test is held a few times a year after the class has ended. The test is approximately an hour long. It is very important that you review the therapy dog requirements from Therapy Dogs International at www.tdi-dog.org. A copy of the test is provided on this website. The person who tests with the dog is the only person who is insured to handle the dog during visits. If additional family members want to do visits, they must also test with the dog. Please sign up for 2 test spaces.
Take note that the fee is non-refundable regardless of the circumstances. Make sure that you are able to attend before you sign up.
Tests - The Therapy Dog Test is held a few times a year after the class has ended. The test is approximately an hour long. It is very important that you review the therapy dog requirements from Therapy Dogs International at www.tdi-dog.org. A copy of the test is provided on this website. The person who tests with the dog is the only person who is insured to handle the dog during visits. If additional family members want to do visits, they must also test with the dog. Please sign up for 2 test spaces.
Take note that the fee is non-refundable regardless of the circumstances. Make sure that you are able to attend before you sign up.
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Description
Prepare your dog to take the Therapy Dog Test (TDI test) . This course covers a variety of goals to make sure that your dog will be reliable and accepting across many different situations. . Upon completion of this class, tests will be offered for the certification needed to work your dog in nursing homes, etc. Those that choose to take the test at the end of the course will pay an additional $35 testing fee.
Commands include: This is not a class for service dogs. There is a difference between a service dog and a therapy dog. Service dogs are trained to stay with and aid a human handler. They must do something for their handler that the handler cannot do themselves. Example: a seeing-eye dog. These dogs do not visit with other people. The dogs are trained to pay attention mostly to the owner/handler who is in need of the service. These dogs can go into stores and other public places that other dogs cannot go. Therapy dogs are different in the sense that they are trained to do a service for others not the handler. They are there to give pleasure to other people through petting and social visits. Therapy Dog International does not allow any service dogs to be certified for therapy because service dogs are used for an entirely different purpose. Therapy dogs are not allowed in public places that other dogs are not. They can visit schools, hospitals, libraries and other facilities with the permission of the facility. The license will provide proof to the facility that your dog is fully insured and approved by Therapy Dog International.
1 Hour(s) / Week for 6 Weeks
Dogs must show good obedience, leash walking, holding a sit or down stay in a group, not jumping. Dogs must be in control, friendly and be good around dogs, children and adults. Please obtain a copy of the TDI test on the TDI website prior to the test.
Dogs who are nervous, shy away from people, bark/growl, dog reactive will not pass the test. If any of these negative behaviors are observed the tester will excuse the testing team.
More about Therapy Dogs International
• What is Therapy Dogs International?
Therapy Dogs International (TDI®) is a volunteer organization dedicated to regulating, testing and registration of
therapy dogs and their volunteer handlers for the purpose of visiting nursing homes, hospitals, other institutions and
wherever else therapy dogs are needed.
• When was TDI established?
TDI was founded in 1976 in New Jersey.
• What type of dogs are used?
TDI registers all breeds of dogs. Some dogs have pedigrees, while others have been adopted from local shelters or are rescue dogs.
• Where do the dogs volunteer?
We have volunteer dogs and their handlers in all 50 States as well as some in Canada.
• What are the requirements for joining TDI?
To belong to Therapy Dogs International (TDI®) all dogs must be tested and evaluated by a Certified TDI Evaluator. A dog must be a minimum of one (1) year of age and have a sound temperament. Each dog must pass a TDI temperament evaluation for suitability to become a Therapy Dog. The test will also include the evaluation of the dog’s behavior around people with the use of some type of service equipment (wheelchairs, crutches, etc.).
• What are the health requirements?
We require an continuously updated Health Record Form to be completed and signed by a licensed veterinarian.
• How is the organization funded?
TDI is a non-profit organization supported through annual membership dues. Donations are welcome.
• How is the organization managed?
A Board of Directors governs the organization under the leadership of Ursula A. Kempe, President, who is also directing the business office of the organization.
• How to obtain more information?
Our mailing address is: 88 Bartley Road, Flanders, New Jersey 07836; Tel: (973) 252-9800; Fax: (973) 252-7171; e-mail: [email protected].
Please read more about handler age requirements, restrictions during employment, further testing after your dog passes the physical test on the test date.
Commands include: This is not a class for service dogs. There is a difference between a service dog and a therapy dog. Service dogs are trained to stay with and aid a human handler. They must do something for their handler that the handler cannot do themselves. Example: a seeing-eye dog. These dogs do not visit with other people. The dogs are trained to pay attention mostly to the owner/handler who is in need of the service. These dogs can go into stores and other public places that other dogs cannot go. Therapy dogs are different in the sense that they are trained to do a service for others not the handler. They are there to give pleasure to other people through petting and social visits. Therapy Dog International does not allow any service dogs to be certified for therapy because service dogs are used for an entirely different purpose. Therapy dogs are not allowed in public places that other dogs are not. They can visit schools, hospitals, libraries and other facilities with the permission of the facility. The license will provide proof to the facility that your dog is fully insured and approved by Therapy Dog International.
1 Hour(s) / Week for 6 Weeks
Dogs must show good obedience, leash walking, holding a sit or down stay in a group, not jumping. Dogs must be in control, friendly and be good around dogs, children and adults. Please obtain a copy of the TDI test on the TDI website prior to the test.
Dogs who are nervous, shy away from people, bark/growl, dog reactive will not pass the test. If any of these negative behaviors are observed the tester will excuse the testing team.
More about Therapy Dogs International
• What is Therapy Dogs International?
Therapy Dogs International (TDI®) is a volunteer organization dedicated to regulating, testing and registration of
therapy dogs and their volunteer handlers for the purpose of visiting nursing homes, hospitals, other institutions and
wherever else therapy dogs are needed.
• When was TDI established?
TDI was founded in 1976 in New Jersey.
• What type of dogs are used?
TDI registers all breeds of dogs. Some dogs have pedigrees, while others have been adopted from local shelters or are rescue dogs.
• Where do the dogs volunteer?
We have volunteer dogs and their handlers in all 50 States as well as some in Canada.
• What are the requirements for joining TDI?
To belong to Therapy Dogs International (TDI®) all dogs must be tested and evaluated by a Certified TDI Evaluator. A dog must be a minimum of one (1) year of age and have a sound temperament. Each dog must pass a TDI temperament evaluation for suitability to become a Therapy Dog. The test will also include the evaluation of the dog’s behavior around people with the use of some type of service equipment (wheelchairs, crutches, etc.).
• What are the health requirements?
We require an continuously updated Health Record Form to be completed and signed by a licensed veterinarian.
• How is the organization funded?
TDI is a non-profit organization supported through annual membership dues. Donations are welcome.
• How is the organization managed?
A Board of Directors governs the organization under the leadership of Ursula A. Kempe, President, who is also directing the business office of the organization.
• How to obtain more information?
Our mailing address is: 88 Bartley Road, Flanders, New Jersey 07836; Tel: (973) 252-9800; Fax: (973) 252-7171; e-mail: [email protected].
Please read more about handler age requirements, restrictions during employment, further testing after your dog passes the physical test on the test date.
After a Finlayson's student has passed the TDI test, they are welcome to join the Finlayson's Visiting Therapy Dog Group or the Kids and K-9s Reading Program. Each week, you will be contacted by email on upcoming group visits to local facilities. Graduates can choose to attend the visits that fit their schedule.