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Title: Disabled/Service Animals/Dogs - Helping Paws Training service, therapy and companion dogs to improve the quality of life for a wide variety of individuals. Located in Creston, British Columbia.
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Helping Paws Home
           
Service or Assistant dogs allow a person with a disability, whether it is a physical or
an invisible one, to lead a life of greater independence. These dogs can do an extensive
list of tasks such as turning on/off switches, picking up dropped objects, getting
undressed, answering the door or bringing you the telephone – in some cases
decreasing the time and cost of having a caregiver. Most important of all is the gift of
companionship and unconditional love that these dogs offer to help dispel loneliness,
depression and/or anxieties that so often accompany disabilities. There is a strong bond
and a building of higher confidence that comes from this type of a working relationship.
Miranda and Sheva
Helping Paws dogs are rescued from local shelters and breed rescue associations. The
dogs are tested extensively for temperament, health and soundness so that they may provide
many years of service. When a candidate is found, the dog is brought home to start
training, beginning with a solid foundation of socialization, conditioning and basic
obedience. This allows the dog to experience various everyday living situations at home,
in the city, and at the office with exposure to a variety of transportation methods. A dog
is not usually started on the intense service training before 12 months of age because
they can be too young. This will depend on the individual dog.
I am someone who has compassion for both people and animals and believe that the two
have much to offer each other in many aspects of living. Having lived and worked with
disabled, sick and terminally ill people over the years and having owned a variety of dogs
throughout my life, I have seen the relationship of the two work with and for each other.
For many years it has been in the back of my mind to see many more of these relationships
be allowed to happen for both dogs and people so that they can benefit from each other.
As a Licensed Practical Nurse, I’ve worked in Doctor’s offices, a palliative
care hospice, residential home care and in an acute care hospital. I have always had dogs
in my life and have trained them on my own. I have always had a certain rapport and
understanding of animals and because of this, I went on to complete a Certified
Professional Dog Training course. I am also a current member of the Canadian Association
of Professional Pet Dog Trainers (CAPPDT). I have the strongest desire to train Service,
Therapy or Companion dogs. Now I am in a position to realize my dream.
When I worked at the hospice, I often brought my 7 year old Golden Retriever with me
where his duties were to greet visitors and offer comfort to residents, their families and
most especially to the caregivers.
When all the criteria are met and a suitable match is found, the dog begins its intense
training. Once the dog has learned enough on its home ground, it is time to meet its new
owner. The dog is taken to its new home and is introduced to the new surroundings where it
will spend a couple of hours getting to know the home with the trainer. The next 24 hours
are spent bonding with his new master without the trainer. No demands or commands are
asked of the dog during this time as this is a fun and relaxing time only. The following
week is spent transferring commands to the client in both the home and place of work (if
required). The trainer usually stays until both client and trainer are comfortable that
the transition is complete but the client may call for advice or concerns at any time. The
total transition period can take up to a year. There will be follow-up visits and calls to
help make this period as smooth and comfortable as possible.
Sheva on her first day at work
A client must be able to meet all the criteria of the service dog - financial,
emotional and physical while living in a stable home. These will be such things as
veterinary expenses, food, and equipment. The candidate should have good cognitive skills
required to participate in the final training and learning process of the service dog.
He/she should always be finding ways to improve their quality of life and independence
with the aid of a service dog.
The client will be contacted to arrange for an extensive personal interview which may
include a demonstration. If it is felt that the client can benefit from a service dog, an
application form will be filled out. There is an application fee payable at the time of
application completion. It will also be necessary to thoroughly review the client’s
needs in every aspect of everyday living. This can take a couple of days.
When the application along with a thorough interview are completed, a fee will be
discussed. The client will be contacted as soon as a suitable dog is found. At this point
a payment schedule can be discussed. There is usually room for flexibility when working
with a client. The application form and fee must be completed and received before the
client/dog training can begin. Placement fee is due after the client has successfully
completed training with the service dog and signs the contract for the dog.
Most disabled people must wait an average of 3 to 5 years for a suitable dog, in some
cases having to commit time and themselves to raise funds for the dog and the training
facility. My hope is to allow people to purchase their dog from me, where all training is
guaranteed, with follow-up teaching if the client so desires, plus, the dog is theirs.
My dogs are “certified” in the province of British Columbia and they all carry
an identification card stating that the dog is owned by you and is professionally trained
by me to perform as a Service dog and is not a pet. In reality, it is up to the business
owner whether to allow a service dog on their premises. The dog owner should not assume
but ask for permission. If it is allowed, certain rules of etiquette must be followed.
These dogs will be trained to wait confidently unattended outside if need be but remember,
this is a valuable animal.
GUARANTEES/WARRANTIES
All dogs must be veterinarian health-approved for either my service or companion dog
training program. If a health or behavior problem shows up during training, it will be
pulled from the program and another suitable dog will be found.
After placement, the dog and client team will be reassessed regularly for the first year,
then semi-annually, and then annually. For a consult fee, I will assist with any training
updates that may be required if there are any changes in the client’s lifestyle, eg.
change of job, new home, or change in health.
If the dog’s behavior changes in any way, the client must inform me immediately so I
can assess and rectify the problem.
If the client fails to keep me informed I cannot be held responsible for the falling apart
of the team.
WHAT ELSE DO I OFFER?
Companion dogs for families
Providing a good match for people and families is very important to me as well.
Families of all types desire a well-behaved companion dog all but don’t know how to
get that “perfect dog”. People also want to have fun with their pets. If you
don’t like your dog for any reason, how can you enjoy it? You can bet the dog knows
how you feel, so how much fun can that be?
Providing problem solving with pets with behavior issues.
Obedience is a must with ALL dogs no matter the size or breed. This is where bad behavior
comes from, when the dog has no boundaries, guidance or discipline.
INTERESTED?
Please answer the questions on the appropriate preliminary application form to help me
better understand you needs. If you have any questions or comments to add, please do so in
the comments section.
Your calls and inquiries will be answered within 24 hours.
If all looks well for both parties, we can arrange to meet in person, over the phone, or
the via e-mail to discuss the prospects of a service, therapy or companion dog, go over
the application papers and review any other details that come up.
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