Emotional support dog
Programme Overview
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Training used to develop the comforting and well-balanced character of your dog, allowing a stronger emotional bond between you and your companion. Your dog will be able to provide a greater level of affection by recognizing human stress signals and performing calming actions on command.”
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Holistic Emotional Support Training
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Used to reduce human anxiety - helping owners to cope
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Perfect for anyone that lives alone or in busy family environments
Course timeframe & Pricing
Enrollment requirements
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Temperament assessment
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With owner for over 6 months & over 9 months in age
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All breeds considered but need to be calm
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Dogs need to under control at all times
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Dogs need to be able to touched and handled (paws,tail and ears)
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Needs to respond appropriately to a sudden noise or disturbance in the room
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Being able to be groomed
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Needs to be fit and healthy
Course Inclusions & Outcomes
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A dog with an exceptionally robust nature
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Recognize stress signals in people and provide empathy
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Ability to perform specific behaviors to help alleviate stress in times of need
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Comfortable in busy social situations
- Unfazed by sudden or loud noises
- Unreactive to fast movements
- Self-confident animal
- A high level of obedience
- Trained to act on specific & specialist commands e.g...
- An increased bond between owner and dog
Also included in the program
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Regular progress updates - explanations, tips, videos
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Detailed handover session upon drop off - demonstrations and coaching
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Tailored end-of-program report - summarising progress & future advice
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4 weeks of post-program text support
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1 hour complimentary 1:1 refresher training (up to 12 weeks post-program)