Therapy Dog Certification
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Complete Therapy Dog Training Workshops 1 & 2
To complete this step, you must also submit & pass the two straightforward assignments, both found in Workshop 2. You will also earn 60 Accredited hours too by completing the online workshops!
There is no time limit so you can work through the online courses at your own pace.
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Undertake a Therapy Dog Training UK Temperament Assessment
​Our Therapy Dog Training UK temperament assessment (suitable' or 'not ready' result) for your dog can be gained via our trusted trainer network, or with a fully qualified dog training or behaviourist in your area, (who we will liaise with).
This should be at least a bi-ennial event throughout the working lifetime of your dog to ensure his well-being. After 8 years of age, we would recommend an annual assessment.
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Gain the Therapy Dog Training UK Therapy Dog (dog training) Award
Looking to deliver the best possible canine assisted therapy service while safeguarding the welfare of dog and future clients?. With TDT UK Therapy Dog Certification you will gain the skills, knowledge and confidence with support and canine assessments from a TDT UK professional trainer
Therapy Dog Training for Education & Health Settings
If you receive a 'suitable' result in step 2 you can then undertake the dog training part of the certification award via our Trusted Trainer network. This is the equivalent to a UK Kennel Club Good Citizen Silver Award and the recommended level of training for therapy dogs. The criteria and respective instructional videos for each training behaviour required are all available to you with lifetime access in Workshops 1 & 2.
What if my dog doesn't pass the Step 2 -the temperament assessment?
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Please congratulate yourself that you have done the very best for your dog for his mental health and welbeing. It means he is happier as a family dog at home. It's dissapointing when things may not work out as you hoped. However a temperament assessment is so important for the welfare of your dog. We know we wouldn't want to put him under any undue stress or unhappiness which sady we know happens to often. On the upside you have undertaken significant force free training with your dog to a high level through our Workshops. This will give your dog lifetime confidence and good manners allowing you to enjoy walks and meet people and dogs in public. Thank you for looking out for your dog in this way and promoting best practice for therapy dogs across the UK and beyond
Please note: The Therapy Dog Training UK dog training award and the Therapy Dog Training UK dog temperament assessment need to have a ‘suitable and ‘ready’ result respectively as well as the other requirements above to receive Therapy Dog Training UK – Visiting Therapy Dog certification.
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UK Best Practice Recommendations:
Any active therapy dog is at least 18 months of age.
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A Therapy Dog Training UK Temperament assessments can only be undertaken at 18 months. Training can commence prior to this age.
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Pre-assessments made prior to this age can only comment on your dog’s training needs NOT his/her temperament. Some people like to have a pre-assessment before they commence on their training journey.
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A certificate can only be provided based on a canine temperament assessment at or after the age of 18 months.
Therapy Dog Training UK Uniform
When you have received your Therapy Dog Training UK - Therapy Dog Certification, you are eligible to purchase a TDT UK uniform for your dog.
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This is fully personalised with your dog's name.
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You will receive details of how to purchase your dog's uniform as well as a Therapy Dog Training UK polo shirt and hoodie when you have received your certificate.