Prerequisite for dogs: For dogs at least 11 months old & with owner for at least 6 months. Current vaccines  (DHPP & Rabies Required, Bordetalla Recommended) .  This is an advanced-level course focusing on the therapy environment.  All dogs enrolled in class, should have good obedience skills & passed our Level Assessment or Intermediate at Toledo Dog Training & Instructor Approval.  Is your dog ready?  Please read this first.

Prerequisite for handlers/owner: Handler must be at least 18 years old to become a Therapy Dogs Inc. Member.  Prospective members 12 to 18 years old must apply and be approved through the Exceptions Committee. Please contact us for details.

Class Details: 6-1 hr classes, Shadowing a therapy dog team, 1 Therapy Dogs Inc. Team Evaluation, 3 Observation Visits & Therapy Dog Booklet. Cost $175 (sorry, no discounts on this class). If you would like to have additional handlers with your dog, an additional fee is required.  Contact us for details.

• Once you pass your Handling Portion of the evaluation, you must then register with Therapy Dogs Inc. within 6 months of your evaluation.