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Pam's Puppies
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Ben is a Registered Therapy Dog .
My Instructor said Ben was born to be a therapy dog.
What is a Therapy Dog?
Therapy dogs are dogs who go with their owners to volunteer in settings such as schools, hospitals, and nursing homes. From working with a child who is learning to read to visiting a senior in assisted living, therapy dogs and their owners work together as a team to improve the lives of other people.
What are the requirements of a therapy dog.
The dogs are tested and evaluated by a Certified Evaluator, must be a minimum of one (1) year of age and have a sound temperament. Each dog must pass a temperament evaluation for suitability to become a Therapy Dog. The test will also include the evaluation of the dog’s behavior around people with the use of some type of service equipment (wheelchairs, crutches, etc.).
A Therapy Dog is born, not made. You can teach a dog mannerly behavior, but one cannot change a dog's inherent temperament. When a dog is put under stress, poor or marginal temperament will surface.
We are currently going to A nursing home , a local hospital and a Library for children to read to the dogs
Ben loves his job and the people love his patience and understanding .
Ben is a Standard Poodle
.As long as we have Memories, Yesterday remains.
As long as we have Hope, Tomorrow awaits
As long as we have Love, Today is Beautiful
Ben with some children reading at the library
Ben likes his pic taken
Our Dogs Achievement's in the Show Ring
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