Pawsitive Squad CIC

Enabling independence, therapy and learning

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Welcome to the first step of your journey

If you’d like to join either our Assistance Dog Program, the very first step is completing our Introduction Course.

This course gives everyone the same foundation of knowledge, helps you understand how our programs work, and gives us the chance to make sure we’re the right organisation to support you and your dog.

Important to know: Completing the Introduction Course does not automatically mean you’ll join the Assistance Dog or Therapy Dog Program. We place a strong focus on compatibility; making sure that your needs, your dog’s suitability, and our approach are the right match for each other.

Before you book

Before signing up for the Introduction Course, please take some time to read the assistance dog program information page to ensure you meet our eligibility and have a foundation understanding of how our assistance dog program works:

Assistance Dog Program

Why we have the introduction course

We believe that every successful partnership begins with the right foundations.

The Introduction Course is here to:

Give all applicants the same starting knowledge
Help you see whether our program structure works for you
Allow us to get to know you and your dog before moving forward

Completing the course is an exciting first step on your journey but it’s only the beginning. From there, we’ll work together to see whether the Assistance Dog Program or Therapy Dog Program is the right fit for you.

Upcoming Introduction Courses

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Introduction Course

When
10 Jan 2026

6:20 PM - 7:00 PM

Location
Zoom

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This 3 session course contains 3 x 40 minute sessions on zoom at the following times and dates:

10th January 2026 - 6:20pm till 7pm

17th January 2026 - 6:20pm till 7pm

24th January 2026 - 6:20pm till 7pm.

This course must be completed for anyone wanting to join the assistance dog program. Our introduction course is ran using our signature, low demand structure to help create an inclusive environment, mapped to the structure of the assistance dog program.

Before booking, you must read & ensure you understand the eligibility and details outlined on the relevant program page by clicking the relevant link below:

Assistance dog program for disabled children, young people and young adults

The session is split into three parts:

1. Practical dog training (you’ll need your dog)

The first 20minutes(ish) of each session is practical dog training. You will need your dog for this part. We introduce you to around 12 new dog training exercises across the program to ensure your dog has strong foundation skills. You might already know some of the behaviours we are training. That's ok! It's great to practice skills even if your dog already knows them to make sure your dog has a strong foundation.

2. Handling theory

The middle of the session covers around 10 minutes of handler theory, discussing how to manage common puppy/behavioural difficulties. These are tailored to the attendees individual dogs and experiences.

3. Assistance dog programme information

The final 10 minutes covers some important information about how the assistance dog program works including showing you around our resources.

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Introduction Course

When
3 Mar 2026

8:20 PM - 9:00 PM

Location
Zoom

Spaces left
8

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This 3 session course contains 3 x 40 minute sessions on zoom at the following times and dates:

Tuesday 3rd March 2026 - 8:20 till 9pm

Tuesday 10th March 2026 - 8:20 till 9pm

Tuesday 17th March 2026 - 8:20 till 9pm

This course must be completed for anyone wanting to join the assistance dog program. Our introduction course is ran using our signature, low demand structure to help create an inclusive environment, mapped to the structure of the assistance dog program.

Before booking, you must read & ensure you understand the eligibility and details outlined on the relevant program page by clicking the relevant link below:

Assistance dog program for disabled children, young people and young adults

The session is split into three parts:

1. Practical dog training (you’ll need your dog)

The first 20minutes(ish) of each session is practical dog training. You will need your dog for this part. We introduce you to around 12 new dog training exercises across the program to ensure your dog has strong foundation skills. You might already know some of the behaviours we are training. That's ok! It's great to practice skills even if your dog already knows them to make sure your dog has a strong foundation.

2. Handling theory

The middle of the session covers around 10 minutes of handler theory, discussing how to manage common puppy/behavioural difficulties. These are tailored to the attendees individual dogs and experiences.

3. Assistance dog programme information

The final 10 minutes covers some important information about how the assistance dog program works including showing you around our resources.

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Introduction Course

When
7 May 2026

6:20 PM - 7:00 PM

Location
Zoom

Spaces left
8

Register

This 3 session course contains 3 x 40 minute sessions on zoom at the following times and dates:

Thursday 7th May 6:20 - 7pm

Thursday 14th May 6:20 - 7pm

Thursday 21st May 6:20 - 7pm

This course must be completed for anyone wanting to join the assistance dog program. Our introduction course is ran using our signature, low demand structure to help create an inclusive environment, mapped to the structure of the assistance dog program.

Before booking, you must read & ensure you understand the eligibility and details outlined on the relevant program page by clicking the relevant link below:

Assistance dog program for disabled children, young people and young adults

The session is split into three parts:

1. Practical dog training (you’ll need your dog)

The first 20minutes(ish) of each session is practical dog training. You will need your dog for this part. We introduce you to around 12 new dog training exercises across the program to ensure your dog has strong foundation skills. You might already know some of the behaviours we are training. That's ok! It's great to practice skills even if your dog already knows them to make sure your dog has a strong foundation.

2. Handling theory

The middle of the session covers around 10 minutes of handler theory, discussing how to manage common puppy/behavioural difficulties. These are tailored to the attendees individual dogs and experiences.

3. Assistance dog programme information

The final 10 minutes covers some important information about how the assistance dog program works including showing you around our resources.

Show details
Introduction Course

When
3 Jul 2026

10:20 AM - 11:00 AM

Location
Zoom

Spaces left
8

Register

This 3 session course contains 3 x 40 minute sessions on zoom at the following times and dates:

Monday 3rd July 10:20 - 11am

Monday 10th July 10:20 - 11am

Monday 17th July 10:20 - 11am

This course must be completed for anyone wanting to join the assistance dog program. Our introduction course is ran using our signature, low demand structure to help create an inclusive environment, mapped to the structure of the assistance dog program.

Before booking, you must read & ensure you understand the eligibility and details outlined on the relevant program page by clicking the relevant link below:

Assistance dog program for disabled children, young people and young adults

The session is split into three parts:

1. Practical dog training (you’ll need your dog)

The first 20minutes(ish) of each session is practical dog training. You will need your dog for this part. We introduce you to around 12 new dog training exercises across the program to ensure your dog has strong foundation skills. You might already know some of the behaviours we are training. That's ok! It's great to practice skills even if your dog already knows them to make sure your dog has a strong foundation.

2. Handling theory

The middle of the session covers around 10 minutes of handler theory, discussing how to manage common puppy/behavioural difficulties. These are tailored to the attendees individual dogs and experiences.

3. Assistance dog programme information

The final 10 minutes covers some important information about how the assistance dog program works including showing you around our resources.

Show details