This course must be completed for anyone wanting to join the assistance dog program. We've capped this course at just 6 dogs please book if you're actively considering joining the assistance dog program or therapy dog program upon completing the introductory course. 

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

Therapy dog program for professionals working with disabled young people

Exclusion criteria – if any of the following apply you’re not eligible:

• Your dog is brachycephalic (flat nosed to an extent which could impact on dogs breathing at high exercise).
• Anyone in your household has any criminal conviction (including spent conviction) against children or animals.
• You have owned a dog in the last 3 years which you’ve rehomed except due to major aggression which risked your or house hold members health and safety.
• You or your partner or other member of your household work as a dog trainer, assistance dog trainer or are training or education to be a dog or animal trainer.

What's included in this program?

·        4 x 30 minute small group (max 4 families) zoom classes 50% practical, 50% theory & tour through resources.

·        Spond group.

·        Self guided training zone activities to help boost the practical skills covered.

Zoom session dates & times (must attend all 4)

• 7pm - 7.30pm 27th November
• 7pm - 7.30pm 4th December
• 7pm - 7.30pm 11th December
• 7pm - 7.30pm 18th December

The zooms are all 30minutes long.