NEXT SESSION BEGINS: TBD *Please email me at mycanineconnections@gmail.com to be contacted when dates are posted for this class.
3-week course, 45 minutes each week
Prerequisites: I recommend that dogs complete a Pre-Screen Test with Professional Therapy Dogs of Colorado prior to enrolling in this class (to assess whether or not your dog has the correct temperament for therapy work). Please contact PTDC to schedule your pre-screen if you have not already done so. Basic understanding of clicker training is helpful, and your dog should already be proficient in basic skills such as sit and down.
Description: There’s nothing quite like a therapy dog performing a cute trick to bring smiles to the faces of clients of all ages! Whether you plan to deliberately incorporate trick training into your sessions with clients (for confidence-building, developing problem solving/teamwork skills, learning how to deal with frustration, etc.) or if you are just looking for an opportunity to expand your training skills and knowledge while deepening your bond with your dog, this class is for you! This course will cover the basic “recipe” for teaching tricks, with specific emphasis placed on spin, take a bow, shake a paw, sit pretty, and roll over.