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K9 Partners Assistance Dogs
TEAM TRAINING
All K9PAD Service Dogs and their handlers are required to undergo Team Training. This is where clients learn how to handle and care for a K9PAD Service Dog. All programs have different requirements. It's important for clients to understand the commitment required and choose a program that suits their needs.
As every program will have different Team Training requirements, it is important to ensure that the program you choose is a good fit for you and your needs. Some programs hold 2-3 week training programs where the client is with the staff for most of the day. Unfortunately, we do not have a permanent facility where we are able to do this. Some of our clients and volunteers prefer our setup as they are able to learn at a slower pace and form a stronger bond with their new partner before graduation.
If you are paired with a K9PAD Service Dog, some of the requirements that you will be responsible for are as follows:
- 2 months of Team Training
- Weekly group training lessons
- Weekly public access outing with an Instructor or Trainer
- Successful completion of required public access hours (without a trainer)
- Practice all learned skills between lessons
- Successfully complete the K9PAD Public Access Test and all skills assessments
- Successfully complete all final evaluations
- Be able to demonstrate knowledge of enrichment, husbandry, and general care
Once you are matched with a K9PAD Service Dog, a client will begin their training. Clients will attend a 3 hour orientation. Clients will then begin weekly lessons. Upon the successful completion of Team Training, the team will complete graduation evaluations.
The first few months of having a Service Dog requires alot of hard work and dedication. Our goal is that through the post-graduation training classes, our clients will have the confidence they require to work effectively with their new partner.
Post-Graduation Requirements
All K9PAD Service Dog Teams are required to upkeep an annual membership at a small training fee of $400. Teams are required to attend 6 training lessons per year and recertify annually. Clients have access to our Instructors and Trainers for when they require assistance. Teams are also responsible to keeping K9PAD up to date on all veterinary visits. Teams are required to submit monthly reports to ensure that the Team is working effectively and is without issues. If issues arise, our Training staff is there to support our clients.
