Frequently Asked Questions
What breeds are suitable for therapy dog work?
Therapy dog readiness depends more on the individual dog’s temperament, obedience level, and ability to stay calm in public settings than on breed alone. Albany Off Leash K9 Training presents Therapy Preparation Lessons as best for pups aged 5 months or older and uses the program to help dogs and handlers prepare for therapy-related work.
How long does therapy dog training take?
Training duration depends on your dog’s starting skills and temperament. Dogs with solid basic obedience may advance through therapy-specific work in several weeks, while puppies or dogs needing behavior modification may need longer timelines.
Do you provide certification for therapy dogs?
Albany Off Leash K9 Training says its therapy course prepares dogs and handlers for therapy dog testing and certification. The site specifically states that, with successful completion of the program, the team can evaluate and certify dogs and handlers through Therapy Pets Unlimited.
Where are therapy dog training sessions held?
Therapy training is presented as practical preparation for public-facing environments, combining obedience work and focused therapy sessions to help dogs and handlers prepare for therapy dog testing and certification. This public-setting approach helps build better reliability around real-world distractions.
What skills are covered in therapy dog training?
Albany Off Leash K9 Training describes this program as covering 7 foundational obedience commands plus 4 therapy-based commands. The pricing page gives examples such as touch, leave it, drop it, exposure work, and other behaviors needed for therapy environments.
What happens after the therapy training program is complete?
Following successful completion, handlers receive a Therapy Training Letter documenting their dog’s preparation. Albany Off Leash K9 Training also states that successful completion of the therapy course can lead to evaluation and certification through Therapy Pets Unlimited.
