Therapy Dog Training
Therapy Dog Training on Long Island
Prepare for a Therapy Dog Test With Diamond in the Ruff
The Diamond Therapy Dog Course helps eligible dogs and their handlers prepare for a therapy dog test through continued training, practice, and guidance.
The course builds on your dog's existing training and focuses on preparing you and your dog for the skills and expectations involved in a therapy dog assessment. Dogs must be at least one year old and have completed a Diamond training program before enrolling.
The Program
Preparing You and Your Dog for the Next Step
Therapy dog preparation involves more than knowing basic commands. Dogs and handlers need to work together and demonstrate appropriate skills in the situations covered by their assessment.
The Therapy Dog Course provides an opportunity to continue working on your dog's training and prepare for the therapy dog test. During your evaluation, Robert can discuss your dog's existing skills, your goals, and the appropriate next steps for preparation.
Test Preparation
Preparing owners and dogs for a therapy dog test.
One Year Minimum
Dogs must be at least one year old.
Diamond Graduate
A previous Diamond program is required.
Preparation Guidance
Discuss skills, goals and next steps with Robert.
How It Works
How to Get Started
Confirm Eligibility
Make sure your dog meets the minimum age and previous-training requirements.
Discuss Your Goals
Contact Robert to discuss your dog's existing skills and the therapy dog test you intend to pursue.
Plan Your Preparation
Discuss the training needed to prepare for the assessment and determine the appropriate next steps.
Training Focus
What Does the Course Focus On?
Four areas of preparation, built on the foundation from your previous Diamond training.
Building on Existing Training
Use your dog's previous training as the foundation for further preparation.
Handler and Dog Communication
Continue developing the communication needed to guide your dog during training and assessment.
Practicing Training Skills
Work on the skills relevant to your preparation goals and the expectations of the intended therapy dog test.
Preparing for Assessment
Use continued practice and guidance to prepare for the assessment process.
Eligibility
Is Your Dog Eligible?
To enroll in the Diamond Therapy Dog Course, your dog must:
- Be at least one year old.
- Have completed a Diamond training program.
An evaluation can help establish whether the course is appropriate for your dog and identify the next steps in preparation.
Continue Your Dog's Training
Ask about the Therapy Dog Course and arrange an evaluation to discuss eligibility and preparation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dogs must be at least one year old to enroll in the Diamond Therapy Dog Course.
Yes. Your dog must have completed a Diamond training program before enrolling.
No passing guarantee is implied. The course is intended to help you prepare; the outcome depends on the applicable assessment requirements and your dog's performance.
Contact Robert to discuss your dog's training history, current skills, and preparation goals.
Ask about the Therapy Dog Course and arrange an evaluation to discuss eligibility and preparation.
Take the Next Step Toward Therapy Dog Preparation
Build on your dog's existing training and prepare for the next stage with guidance from Diamond in the Ruff Dog Training.