How To Train a Therapy Dog with Crystal Cabrera

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English - January 18, 2021 08:00 - 46 minutes - 40.2 MB - ★★★★★ - 74 ratings
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Crystal and Sarah discuss:

Why she decided to train her dog to be a therapy dogDifference between therapy dogs, service dogs, and emotional support animalsConsiderations of incorporating dogs into therapySteps to train a therapy dogHardest and best parts of the training programIntersection of occupational therapy and therapy dog trainingConsiderations to be a therapy dog handlerAdvice for therapists or students who might be interested in training therapy dogs

Mentioned Resources:American Kennel Club: How to Train A Therapy Dog Exploring Neuro with The Brainy OT Neuroplasticity After Stroke

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