Therapy Dog Training Classes
Classes take place at A Dog’s Life’s Learning & Enrichment Center: O- 455 Lake Michigan Dr NW Suite 15, Grand Rapids, MI 49534.
We require the following vaccines: Distemper/Parvo (2nd round for puppies), Bordetella, Rabies (for dogs over 4 months), and a Negative Fecal Exam. Fecal exams can take a few days to process, so please plan accordingly.
Registration is only guaranteed upon payment. You can view all of our class policies here.
**Therapy dogs provide comfort to many people in clinical or educational settings but are considered pets with no special legal access. Service dogs are trained to perform specific tasks for individuals with disabilities and have legal public access rights under the ADA. Our program is specifically designed for therapy dog training.
Pre-Therapy Training & CGC Prep Class
This 5 week advanced class will help refine your dog’s manners, while preparing them for the A.K.C. Canine Good Citizen Test. You will also learn the skills, steps and information needed to enter a certified therapy dog program. Subjects include refining leash walking skills, practicing social interactions, solidifying stays, and working around distractions. Cost is $199 for the class plus CGC testing.
Previous training in a group environment is highly recommended.
Upcoming Dates & Times
This is an open enrollment class that meets on Wednesdays at 6:00pm with Lindsay. Our next opening is on 11/4. There will be no class on 11/25.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Testing
The Canine Good Citizen program is designed to test and reward basic good manners, obedience skills, and responsible dog ownership. The test is split into 10 skills, including sitting politely while a friendly stranger approaches, or walking on a loose lead through a crowd of strangers. Cost for the test is $35.
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Drop-In Therapy Training Practice
Practice your skills in real-life scenarios and with real-life distractions! Cost is $35 per session.
Dogs must have taken a Pre-Therapy Training Class, passed a Canine Good Citizen test, or received instructor approval.
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