Family Dog

Foundation Training for Assistance Dogs

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A family assistance dog walks through a shop with its owner

Do you want to train your dog to support you or a family member?

Perhaps you have researched into applying for a qualified assistance animal from a charitable organisation but have decided you would prefer to train your own pet.

Our latest course:
Family Dog - Foundation Training for Assistance Dogs

This course is designed for individuals eager to owner train their dog as an assistance dog for themselves or a loved one who don't require the services of a Charity trained Assistance Dog.

Our comprehensive foundation programme features bite-sized training videos, guiding you through every step of coaching your puppy or adult dog. From basic social skills to more advanced interventions helping you with tasks, we've got you covered.

Our course lays a solid foundation for progressing toward your eligibility for a TDT UK Public Access Test or signposting you to specialist ADUK organisations for assistance depending on your unique circumstances.

Take the first step towards training your family dog to support you.

What will you learn?

Bringing home a new puppy or rehoming a dog.
Keeping you and your dog within the law.
Your dog's development stages & communication signals
Your dog's body language and how s/he learns.
Learn to look out for the welfare & well being of your dog.
Foundation training for every assistance dog including wait, stay, four paws on floor, focus cues, loose lead walking and leave it and many more useful behaviours.
Special Support Tasks - to train your dog to help you at home.
Eligibility & arranging a TDT UK Public Access Assessment.