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Therapy Dog Int= ernational Testing

Therapy dog testing is open to any bree= d or mixed breed dog. Dogs mu= st be over the age of 1 year.

Completion of a prep class is helpful b= ut not required. Having an AK= C CGC is not required although the testing will include those items and mor= e.

Additional test fee of $15 for the CGC = award will be offered that day also. = Remember to RSVP, pay in advance.

The evaluator is looking for dogs that = are attentive to people, get along with children and have a good relationsh= ip with their handler. <= /o:p>

The dog must be willing to visit a stra= nger and be willing to be pet without excessive coaxing.<= /p>

They must demonstrate confidence when f= aced with infirmities such as coughing, wheezing, shuffling gait etc.. A reaction to medical equipment s= hould be curiosity without fear or anxiety.

They must loose leash walk with a flat buckle collar. Rules do not allow training collars dur= ing testing.

No treats! Dogs will be tested to leave a treat that is placed= on the ground.

Please remember that your dog needs to = present a good appearance by being clean and well groomed including teeth a= nd nails as well as in good health.

Handler’s dress code should be ap= propriate and conservative to participate in a therapy visit. Sneakers or walking shoes, long pants. No shorts, tank tops, heels or f= lips. No cell phones.

Your dog’s temperament will be ex= amined in the waiting area as well. = They must show all around good temperament and good nature. Any signs of a dislike toward another= dog will be an immediate disqualification!

On the day of testing, plan to spend so= me time waiting. We schedule = 3 dogs per hour. Time is assigned by the “first to pay the fee” basis. We can not promise that you will be seen promptly.= This test is run by a TDI ev= aluator that is impartial and very particular about what makes for a good t= herapy dog.

The TDI evaluator reserves the right to= refuse to test any dog that she feels would not be a good representative.<= span style=3D'mso-spacerun:yes'> This includes attitude and ha= ndling anywhere on the premise (including the parking lot).

Hope these tips are helpful. Remember, many dogs provide love and co= mpanionship but not all dogs are qualified or have the temperament to be a = Therapy Dog.

$25 test fee must be p= aid in advance to obtain a test time. = ; No drop ins that day.

The testing fee is non= refundable and non transferable to another date. If your dog arrives and is unable to be tested for any= reason, it is considered a test failure.&= nbsp; If you must leave, you forfeit your test fee.=

If you are available that Saturday, vol= unteers are needed to form a “crowd” as well as a child volunte= er under 13yrs old and a CGC dog for distractions. The first shift is from = 12:15– 2:30 or the second shift is 3-5:15pm. Please contact us in adv= ance.