THERAPY DOG TEAM TRAINING WORKSHOPS

 Upcoming Workshops Scheduled at True Blue Dog Training

 BEGINNERS WORKSHOP on Sunday, June 10, 2012 from 10:00-12:00

 ADVANCED WORKSHOP on Sunday, TBD

Beginners and Advanced Therapy Dog Training Workshops are taught by Cynthia Hinckley, founder and president of Bright Spot Therapy Dogs, Inc., and held at True Blue Dog Training in the Brassworks on Rte. 9 in Haydenville, MA.  Workshops are are two hours in length and the fee is $50.  Your registration and payment are required before attending and will secure your place in class.  Visit True Blue Dog Training for registration details.

Description of Workshops:

The BEGINNERS WORKSHOP covers topics such as: what makes a good therapy dog, how to work with your dog as a “team” and what types of facilities and programs are visited.  The basic skills and techniques necessary to begin therapy dog work will be introduced and there will be training time to learn proper greeting methods, as well as an introduction to various hospital or nursing home equipment. In addition, there will be ample time for Q&A and all attendees will receive handouts and learn what steps to take next to become a certified therapy dog team.  If you have ever wanted to train your dog to be a therapy dog, or if you have ever wondered what the work entailed, please come join us for this fun and informative workshop.

The ADVANCED WORKSHOP builds on the skills covered in the BEGINNERS WORKSHOP and introduces techniques for handling specific types of patients and situations. Advanced skills and training commands are introduced and practiced in class.  Time will be given to address questions and concerns that may have come up in your visits or while practicing.  All attendees will receive handouts with tips and techniques for further practice.

PRIVATE ON-SITE INSTRUCTION is available.  If interested, contact Cynthia Hinckley directly at bright-spot@comcast.net.