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Pet Partners® Course or Evaluation Not Scheduled for Your Area? If you live near or are willing to drive to another state, check for courses and evaluations in nearby states. If you are looking for a Delta Society Pet Partners Team Evaluator to evaluate you and your animal for Pet Partners and there is not a scheduled Pet Partners Team Evaluation in your area, please see the list of Team Evaluators.
How to List Your Course or Event - effective Feb 2, 2006 Delta Society Pet Partners Team Training Instructors, Team Evaluator Instructors, AAT Instructors and Team Evaluators may list their courses and evaluations on this page.
As errors can be made on both ends, we ask that you please follow the format below (copy and paste it into an email) when sending in your course information. Course information can be sent to Jill - expect to see your posting online within 72 hours.
If you have a separate course flyer already made up for your course, we'll link your course to the flyer. If your course posting is lengthier than the sample below, we will fit your listing into our format and refer interested people to your website. Course Posting Format: Month Day, 2006, in City, State
- Activity: Type of course or evaluation (e.g., Pet Partners Team Training Course, Pet Partners Team Evaluation).
- Contact: Contact person's first and last names and contact information (e.g., phone number, email, web site address); Instructor's or evaluator's first and last names and ID number.
Delta Society Courses Will Be Listed As Follows: AAT Applications I
AAT Applications I Instructor Practical Evaluation
Pet Partners Team Training
Pet Partners Evaluation (PPST/AT)
Pet Partners Team Training Instructor
Team Evaluator Practicum
Team Evaluator Instructor
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Send notification of other types of courses and events to info@deltasociety.org. Please see the next section for the types of courses and events we include.
What's Included in This Calendar? This calendar primarily lists courses, events, and evaluations directly related to Delta Society and its programs. On occasion, we will also include additional courses and events sponsored by other organizations or individuals that might be of interest to people involved in the field of human-animal interactions.Please note that the Pet Partners Team Evaluation is not a course or seminar - it is the assessment or evaluation of the person and animal team for the Pet Partners Program and is conducted by Delta-licensed Pet Partners Team Evaluators.All dates are subject to change. Call the contact to confirm.For more information about the courses and how to host a course in your area, see the description of Delta Society's Continuing Education and Training.
| Alabama |
No current course listings
| Alaska |
No current course listings
| Arizona |
Saturday-Sunday, February 15-16, 2008, in Cottonwood, AZ
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Training Course
- Contact: Dee Chadwick, 928-284-5757
Saturday, March 15, 2008, in Cottonwood, AZ
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Evaluations, by appt only
- Contact: Dee Chadwick, 928-284-5757
Saturday, February 23, 2008, in Phoenix, AZ
- Activity: Team Evaluator Practicum
- Contact: Animals Benefit Club, 602-971-0839
- Click Here for More Information
Animals Benefit Club - Cindy Lipton, 602-971-0839, Phoenix, Arizona
Orientation: Thursday, March 6 7-8:30 p.m.
Workshop: Friday & Saturday, March 14 & 15 9-4 (Fruday) 9-2:30 (Saturday)
Evaluation: Saturday, March 29 by appointment
Click Here for More Information
Sunday, March 9, 2008, in Tucson, AZ
- Activity: Loving Angel Paws, Pet Partners Team Re-Evaluations, by appointment
- Contact: JoAnn Spencer
Saturdays, April 19 & 26, 2008, in Tucson, AZ
- Activity: Loving Angel Paws, Pet Partners Team Training Course, 9m-4pm both days
- Notes: Evaluations to be scheduled upon completion of the training classes.
- Contact: JoAnn Spencer
Animals Benefit Club - Cindy Lipton, 602-971-0839, Phoenix, Arizona
Orientation: Thursday, May 29 7-8:30 p.m.
Workshop: Friday & Saturday, June 6 & 7 9-4 (Friday) 9-2:30 (Saturday)
Evaluations: Saturday, June 21 by appointment
Click Here for More Information
| Arkansas |
Thursdays, February 21 & 28, 2008, in Little Rock, AR
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Training Course
- Contact: Scarlett Harris
Thursdays, March 6 & 13, 2008, in Little Rock, AR
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Training Course
- Contact: Scarlett Harris
| California |
Prescription Pets - Upcoming Team Training Courses in 2008 -
Eureka
Sacramento
Redding
2008 Events Calendar
Sacramento, California
Monday evening 2/4/08 - 7 p.m. - Free One Hour Orientation -What is animal assisted activities and therapy? What is involved in becoming a successful Pet Partner volunteer team, in training, cost, animal care, behavior of the animal,etc. All questions welcomed. No pets in attendance, please. If owner chooses to move forward, signups are available for an upcoming training clinic. Evaluations will then be scheduled by appointment in mid-March. RSVP required for Orientation; directions will be provided. Please contact: Kathy Montgomery or Cathy Bones.
Open Dates in 2008 - Crestline, CA
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Evaluations, by appointment only
- Contact: Katherine Gigandet, or 909-338-5821
Open Dates in 2008 - Crestline, CA
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Training Course, by appointment only
- Contact: Katherine Gigandet, or 909-338-5821
Orientation Dates Available in 2008 - Orange County, CA
- Activity: Pet Partners Orientations
- Contact: Pre-Registration Required - Gina
Evaluation Dates Available in 2008 - Orange County, CA
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Evaluations (must first attend Orientation)
- Contact: Pre-Registration Required - Therapy K9s
| Colorado |
Team Training Course - offerings for 2008
AAT Applications Course - offerings for 2008
Saturday, April 26-Sunday, April 27, 2008 in Englewood, CO
- Activity: Team Evaluator Practicum
- Contact: Visit this link for details and registration
Saturday, September 27-Sunday, September 28, 2008 in Englewood, CO
- Activity: Team Evaluator Practicum
- Contact: Visit this link for details and registration
| Connecticut |
March 22 nd, 2008 in Mahopac, NY - 6 week Animal Assisted Therapy Education & Activities (AATEA) preparation course followed by 2 day Delta Pet Partners Team Training Course
- Activity: 6 week AATEA preparation course followed by the 2 day Delta Pet Partners Team Training Course, this class will cover the advanced skills your dog will need for interacting around medical equipment, strange objects and toys, strange spaces, and new environments. We will explore best practices for handling dogs in various distracting situations, how best to handle the stress your dog will face while doing this work, and how to best interact with the various interpersonal situations visiting will bring both you and your dog. Teams may enroll in just the two-day Team Training Course or the 6 week course or both -- see Three Dogs Training for more details on this course.
- Contact: Lisa Edwards, CPDT, CDBC, 845.228.2546 Course details available at Three Dogs Training
Three Dogs Training is offering the Delta Team Training Two Day course on May 10 th and 11th in Brewster, NY at the Green Chimneys campus. Although this course used to be only one day long Delta has recently re-tooled the course to a Two-Day Workshop to better cover all aspects of understanding the visits you and your pet will go on together, your dog’s needs, the clients you will visit, and your needs as you visit. This two day course is $130 which includes your Team Training manual. Please contact Lisa Edwards at lisa@threedogstraining.com or 845.228.2546.
| Delaware |
No current course listings
| Florida |
Saturday-Sunday, March 8-9, 2008, in Punta Gorda, Florida, at Charlotte Regional Hospital
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Training Course, 9am-4pm
- Contact: Judy Peter, 941-764-0303
Sundays, April 6 & 13, 2008, in Lutz, Florida, at Courteous Canine
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Training Course, 9am-4pm
- Contact: Judy Peter, 941-764-0303
| Georgia |
No current course listings
| Hawaii |
No current course listings
| Idaho |
No current course listings
| Illinois |
No current course listings
| Indiana |
| Monroe County Humane Association | Bloomington, IN |
| Pet Partners Team Training Course | April 19-20, 2008, 9:00AM-4:00PM Contact: Sarah DeLone, 812-335-9453 |
| Pet Partners Team Training Course | October 8- November 5, 2008 Wednesday evenings 6:30-9:00PM Contact: Sarah DeLone, 812-335-9453 |
| MCHA VIPaws Program New Volunteer Orientation and Information Session | Thursday, March 6, 2008 5:30PM Wednesday, April 9, 2008 7:00 PM Thursday, May 22, 2008 7:00 PM Tuesday, July 1, 2008 7:00 PM Thursday, September 11, 2008 5:30 PM Wednesday, November 19, 2008 7:00PM Contact: Sarah DeLone, 812-335-9453 |
| Iowa |
Saturday-Sunday, March 15-16, 2008, at Rover's Ranch in Des Moines
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Training Course
- Contact: Nicole Shumate, 515-326-4190
Sunday, April 20, 2008, at Rover's Ranch in Des Moines
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Evaluations, beginning at 9am (by appt)
- Contact: Nicole Shumate, 515-326-4190
Sunday, June 8, 2008, in Des Moines, R.E.A.D. Workshop - View Flyer for Details
Saturday-Sunday, July 19-20, 2008, at St. Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids, IA
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Training Course, 8am-4pm, both days
- Contact: Nicole Shumate, 515-326-4190
Saturday August 16, 2008, at St. Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids, IA
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Evaluations, beginning at 9am (by appt)
- Contact: Nicole Shumate, 515-326-4190
Saturday-Sunday, September 6-7, 2008, at Rover's Ranch in Des Moines
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Training Course
- Contact: Nicole Shumate, 515-326-4190
Saturday-Sunday, October 18-19, 2008, at Rover's Ranch in Des Moines
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Evaluations, beginning at 9am (by appt)
- Contact: Nicole Shumate, 515-326-4190
| Kansas |
Saturday-Sunday, April 5-6, 2008, in Overland Park, KS
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Training Course
- Notes: An evaluation is included with the training procedure. The evaluation will take place on May 10th at Veterinary Specialty Emergency Clinic in Overland Park, KS. Details included on registration sheet.
- Contact: Heddie Leger,
816-781-7887, or Ann Rosenwasser, 913-549-4463
| Mo-Kan Pet Partners | Overland Park, KS |
| Pet Partners Team Evaluations | April 12, 2008 August 2, 2008 November 8, 2008 View Flyer for Contact and Registration Information |
| Kentucky |
Louisville, KY - Date TBA
- Activity: Pet Partner Volunteer Preparation. This 3 hour class will help you prepare you and your companion to pass Delta's skills and aptitude tests. Class consists of lecture, demonstrations, and role playing. You will learn about your role as a Pet Partner, safety tips when visiting, Delta policies, address obedience concerns and more. This class will also help you feel more confident on Pet Partner visits.
- Contact: Kathy Knuckles at (502) 553-0944.
- Activity: Pet Partner Evaluation Preparation Course 6 week session meets on Monday evenings 7:45 to 8:45PM Eastern Time. This course is designed to help you and your dog to acquire and fine tune the skills needed to pass the Delta Pet Partner Skills and Apptitude Screening. Open to dogs that are 6 months or older and have basic obedience skills and manners.
- Contact: Linda Laun at (502) 491-8365.
| Louisiana |
No current course listings
| Maine |
No current course listings
| Maryland |
No current course listings
| Massachusetts |
Massachusetts Pet Partners - Promoting the Human-Animal Bond in our Local Communities
We offer Pet Partners Team Training and Evaluations, and special events throughout the year. Visit our web site at www.masspetpartners.org for the most up-to-date event information for Pet Partners Team Training classes, Pet Partner Team Training Evaluations, and upcoming R.E.A.D. Training classes. We look forward to helping you achieve this very rewarding volunteer vocation.
| Michigan |
No current course listings
| Minnesota |
| R.E.A.D. (Reading Education Assistance Dogs) Training Session | Noon - 4:30p in the Twin Cities Area Additional workshops can be scheduled anytime through out the year at your location. Contact: Nancy Brooks |
| Barb Gaffner |
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| Therapy Preparation Sessions | May 7, 2008 Wednesdays 6:30 PM 8 Sessions Sessions will introduce pet therapy focusing on teamwork (you and your partner) with preparation and training needed to visit facilities in a safe and beneficial manner. Training will emulate many of the real scenarios you and your partner will incur on a regular basis. The acquired skills and challenges of these scenarios will carry over into those exercises you will find on an evaluation. Sessions are scheduled throughout the year at The Canine Coach, Minneapolis, MN. Prerequisites: Contact : Barb Gaffner at (612) 721-4135 Evaluation Dates are typically scheduled a few weeks after the completion of each class. Comment- Renewal Evaluations: Please don’t wait until last minute to call . You and your partner can take your renewal evaluation up to six months prior to the expiration date. |
| Carol Ouhl |
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| Therapy Animal Evaluation Preparation Classes | Weekly at Twin Cities Obedience Training Club Contact: Carol Ouhl, 651-769-2578 |
| Pet Partners Team Evaluation | 2008 Dates at Animal Humane Society in Minneapolis/Golden Valley Contact: Preregistration is required for all evaluations. For preregistration, questions or concerns please contact Andrea Cochran at tugsmom@earthlink.net |
| Mississippi |
Comfort Creatures of North Mississippi announces ........
FREE One Hour Orientation Sessions- a brief introduction to AAA/T and Delta Society for people interested in becoming volunteers with Comfort Creatures of North Mississippi and/or registered Pet Partner Teams. Meet and greet with our animal-handler teams!
Tuesday, Feb 12th @ 4pm- Saltillo Small Animal Hospital- Saltillo, MS
Monday, Feb 18th @ 6:30pm- Lawndale Presbyterian Church- Tupelo, MS
ALSO..........
Volunteer Dog Training Class & Pet Partner Home Study Group
February 19th- April 1, 2008
Tuesday evenings 6:30pm-8:00pm
Fee $60, including Delta Manual
Location: Saltillo Elementry School- old gym building
email for more info: comfortcreatures@comcast.net
| Missouri |
| Mo-Kan Pet Partners | Overland Park, KS |
| Pet Partners Team Evaluations | April 12, 2008 August 2, 2008 November 8, 2008 View Flyer for Contact and Registration Information |
Saturday-Sunday, April 5-6, 2008, in Overland Park, KS
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Training Course
- Notes: An evaluation is included with the training procedure. The evaluation will take place on May 10th at Veterinary Specialty Emergency Clinic in Overland Park, KS. Details included on registration sheet.
- Contact: Heddie Leger, 816-781-7887, or Ann Rosenwasser, 913-549-4463
June 2008, Date TBA, in Liberty, Missouri
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Training Course
- Contact: Heddie Ledger
July 2008, Date TBA, in Liberty, Missouri
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Evaluations
- Contact: Heddie Ledger
| Montana |
No current course listings
| Nebraska |
Saturday-Sunday, June 14-15, 2008, in Omaha, NE, at BonaFide Dog Academy
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Training Course
- Contact: Cam Bexten, 402-250-9452
| Nevada |
No current course listings
| New Hampshire |
Location: New England Pet Partners, Inc., 24 Tenney Road, Pelham, NH 03076 - 603-635-DOGS-3647 www.newenglnadpetpartners.org Registrations - click on events. Saturday, April 12 & 19 , Deb Silke, On The Bone & Off The Vine (author) will be presenting Whole Health Foods at NEPP. This lady is great, and we already have a couple of PP / READ teams coming Sunday, June 1 - PP Team Evaluations Saturday, June 14, Pet Partner's Picnic (VT Pet Partners & NEPP) at Dog Mountain, St. Johnsbury, VT.www.dogmt.com Saturday and Sunday, September 13 and 14 , Pet Partner Team Training & R.E.A.D. Sunday, October 26 , Team Evaluators Practicum with Gary Ross Saturday, November 1 , 5th Annual Pet Wellness Festival includes tables for PP & R.E.A.D. Sunday, December 7 , PP Team Evaluations |
Saturday, June 7, 2008, in Durham, NH
- Activity: AAT1 Course, 8:30a-1p
- Contact: Jerilee Zezula or click here to register and for more information
| New Jersey |
| Paw Prints on our Hearts, Inc. | |
| Pet Partners Team Evaluations | 10am - 4pm, by appt |
| Hudson Valley Humane Society Visiting Pet Program, Valley Cottage, NY |
The Hudson Valley Humane Society Visiting Pet Program is a Delta Society Pet Partners affiliate. We offer Pet Partners Team Training in 2-day workshops and 6-week evening classes as well as Pet Partners team evaluations and special events throughout the year. Visit our website for information. Our dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, and guinea pigs visit hospitals, schools, nursing homes, adult day programs, psychiatric facilities, a juvenile detention facility, and other institutions in NY and NJ. We also make READ Program visits to libraries, summer day camps, and schools. If you have a calm, friendly pet and would like to share your pet's love with others, we look forward to hearing from you. |
| “Meet the Therapy Pets” Ramsey, NJ |
Ramsey Adult School February 27, 2008 – Wednesday 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. Meet working therapy pets at this free event. All ages welcome. Learn about Animal Assisted Therapy, Delta Society Pet Partners, and the Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.) program. No registration fee. Register at Ramsey Adult School, www.ramseyadultschool.com, 201-327-2025 |
| Pet Partners Team Training Course | A 6-week evening course at Ramsey Adult School March 5 to April 9, 2008 – Wednesdays 7:15 to 9:15 p.m. Register at Ramsey Adult School, www.ramseyadultschool.com, 201-327-2025 |
March 22 nd, 2008 in Mahopac, NY - 6 week Animal Assisted Therapy Education & Activities (AATEA) preparation course followed by 2 day Delta Pet Partners Team Training Course
- Activity: 6 week AATEA preparation course followed by the 2 day Delta Pet Partners Team Training Course, this class will cover the advanced skills your dog will need for interacting around medical equipment, strange objects and toys, strange spaces, and new environments. We will explore best practices for handling dogs in various distracting situations, how best to handle the stress your dog will face while doing this work, and how to best interact with the various interpersonal situations visiting will bring both you and your dog. Teams may enroll in just the two-day Team Training Course or the 6 week course or both -- see Three Dogs Training
- Contact: Lisa Edwards, CPDT, CDBC, 845.228.2546 Course details available at Three Dogs Training
Three Dogs Training is offering the Delta Team Training Two Day course on May 10 th and 11th in Brewster, NY at the Green Chimneys campus. Although this course used to be only one day long Delta has recently re-tooled the course to a Two-Day Workshop to better cover all aspects of understanding the visits you and your pet will go on together, your dog’s needs, the clients you will visit, and your needs as you visit. This two day course is $130 which includes your Team Training manual. Please contact Lisa Edwards at lisa@threedogstraining.com or 845.228.2546.
| New Mexico |
| Keri Scott | |
| Pet Partners Team Training Course | Albuquerque, NM 2008 Dates: Contact: Keri Scott or (505) 828-1275. |
| Dani Weinberg | |
| Pet Partners Team Evaluations | Albuquerque, NM 2008 Dates: Contact: Dani Weinberg at (505) 898-7568 or Keri Scott or (505) 828-1275 |
| April Werner | |
| Pet Partners Team Training Course | Taos, NM Saturday, January 12, 2008 Contact: April Werner,
505-758-1376 |
| Pet Partners Team Evaluations | Goldstar Animals Helping People Saturday March 8 we are having a practice at Fred Baca Park here in Taos from 11 am to 1 pm for newcomers and for those who want to prepare for the Delta Society Pet Partner Team Evaluation. Contact: Sandra Miller, 575 758 0123
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| New York |
| Hudson Valley Humane Society Visiting Pet Program, Valley Cottage, NY |
The Hudson Valley Humane Society Visiting Pet Program is a Delta Society Pet Partners affiliate. We offer Pet Partners Team Training in 2-day workshops and 6-week evening classes as well as Pet Partners team evaluations and special events throughout the year. Visit our website for information. Our dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, and guinea pigs visit hospitals, schools, nursing homes, adult day programs, psychiatric facilities, a juvenile detention facility, and other institutions in NY and NJ. We also make READ Program visits to libraries, summer day camps, and schools. If you have a calm, friendly pet and would like to share your pet's love with others, we look forward to hearing from you. |
| Pet Partners Team Training Course | Valley Cottage, NY Delta Society 2-Day Pet Partners Training Workshops 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day Need overnight accommodations? Our Delta classroom is in a student dormitory. Dorm rooms are $35 per person per night (single bed, shared bathrooms with showers and shared kitchen/lounge area). Bed & Breakfast rooms in the main house are $55 per room per night. Our workshop is conveniently close to restaurants, markets, and cafes. No train service, but the commuter bus from New York City stops in front Our 2008 2-day workshop schedule: |
| "Meet the Therapy Pets" at Boscov's Department Store | Nanuet, NY January 26, 2008 Come learn about Animal Assisted Therapy, the Reading Education Assistance Dogs program, and how you and your pet might enjoy this rewarding volunteer activity. Meet therapy dogs registered with the Hudson Valley Humane Society Visiting Pet Program. For information, visit http://www.boscovs.com/static/PublicRelations/stores_events/nanuet.html |
| Event: R.E.A.D. Program Colloquium | New City, NY Saturday March 8, 2008 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. New City Library Pet Partners, teachers, school and library administrators, librarians, reading specialists, and the interested public are invited to a free colloquium on the benefits of starting a Reading Education Assistance Dogs literacy program in schools, libraries, and other locations. Discover why reading out loud to dogs is so helpful to children and learn how to run a successful R.E.A.D. program with registered therapy dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, or other pets. For details and to register, contact Risa Hoag at VPPHumaneEd@aol.com or visit www.HudsonValleyVisitingPets.com . |
| Event: R.E.A.D. (Reading Education Assistance Dogs) Training Workshops | Valley Cottage, NY 2008 Dates: Sunday March 16, 2008 Sunday June 22, 2008 Saturday October 11, 2008
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- Activity: 6 week AATEA preparation course followed by the 2 day Delta Pet Partners Team Training Course, this class will cover the advanced skills your dog will need for interacting around medical equipment, strange objects and toys, strange spaces, and new environments. We will explore best practices for handling dogs in various distracting situations, how best to handle the stress your dog will face while doing this work, and how to best interact with the various interpersonal situations visiting will bring both you and your dog. Teams may enroll in just the two-day Team Training Course or the 6 week course or both -- see Three Dogs Training
- Contact: Lisa Edwards, CPDT, CDBC, 845.228.2546 Course details available at Three Dogs Training
Three Dogs Training is offering the Delta Team Training Two Day course on May 10 th and 11th in Brewster, NY at the Green Chimneys campus. Although this course used to be only one day long Delta has recently re-tooled the course to a Two-Day Workshop to better cover all aspects of understanding the visits you and your pet will go on together, your dog’s needs, the clients you will visit, and your needs as you visit. This two day course is $130 which includes your Team Training manual. Please contact Lisa Edwards at lisa@threedogstraining.com or 845.228.2546.
| North Carolina |
Saturday-Sunday, January 19-20, 2008, in Brown Summit, NC
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Training Course
- Contact: View Flyers for Details
| North Dakota |
No current course listings
| Ohio |
- Clermont County Dog Training Club (6058 Kells Lane, Milford, OH 45150) will be hosting Pet Partners Team Evaluations on Sunday, June 1, 2008 - Contacted Edith Markoff
- Clermont County Dog Training Club is holding a series of 4-week Therapy Dog Classes. The classes meet for an hour, once a week for four weeks. This course is designed to help you and your dog work together as a team and to prepare you for therapy dog evaluations. See the club website for schedule. Contact Edith Markoff for additional information.
| Oklahoma |
No current course listings
| Oregon |
Portland, OR: The Healing Power of Pets…an hour of discovery with Delta Society.
Please join us at one of our FREE, one-hour informational sessions to learn more about how science proves that animals improve people’s health and well-being. You’ll also get to learn about Delta Society’s 3 core programs, including our Pet Partners program in which registered volunteers take their dogs, cats, or other pets to visit hospitalized patients, seniors in nursing homes, people in hospice, help children learn to read and so much more. You’ll have an opportunity to hear from our co-founder, board members, our visionary President & CEO as well as be inspired by heartwarming stories from volunteers and others who have benefited our programs. Please RSVP to JoAnn, 425-679-5514.
Thurs. May 8 th from 7:00 – 8:00 pm at Providence Medical Center (on NE Glisan) in the Board Room.
Thurs. June 12th from 7:00 – 8:00 pm at St. Vincent Medical Center (on SW Barnes) in the Board Room.
2008 Evaluations taking place at *Schroeder’s Den, 2110 NW Aloclek Drive, Suite 620 , Hillsboro, OR 97124 . Call Heather Toland at 971-255-5910 to register for an assessment. Log onto www.schroedersden.com for directions to Schroeder’s Den OR ask for directions created by Heather Toland. *Do NOT use Mapquest or other computer generated direction programs- you’ll get lost! 2008 Evaluation dates at Schroeder’s Den:
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| Oregon Humane Society | |
| Therapy Animal Training Course | Portland, OR Contact: Lori Kirby, (503) 285-7722 Ext 296 |
Dancin' Woofs Dog Training, |
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| Pet Partners Team Training Course | 2008 Dates: Contact: Mare Shey, 541-312-3766 |
| Pet Partners Team Evaluations | 2008 Dates: Contact: Mare Shey, 541-312-3766 |
| Cindy Ehlers, PAAWS | |
| Therapy Dog Class | Eugene, OR 6-week, Monday evening (6pm-7pm) course, January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11 - 2008 Bring your dog and learn how to prepare for Therapy team visits and evaluations. Includes Basic obedience skills, demonstrations and practice of Pet Partner Skills and Aptitude exercises. Last two classes are comprised of a visit to two different settings. |
| Pet Partners Handler Workshop | Eugene, OR 6-week, Monday night (7:15pm-9:15pm) course, January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11 - 2008 This workshop is for those interested in volunteering with their pets and for professionals wanting to incorporate their animals into their work. (It also fulfills the handler-training requirements for Delta Society's Pet Partners Program.) The six sessions comprise the handler-only portion of the training. |
| Combination Therapy Dog Class AND Pet Partners Handler Workshop | Eugene, OR 6-week, Monday evening-night (6pm-7pm, 7:15pm-9:15pm) course, January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11 - 2008 For those wishing to take the Therapy Dog Class AND the Pet Partners Workshop together, the classes have been scheduled to follow one another, so you can attend the 60 minutes of Therapy Dog Class, then stay for 2 hours of the Pet Partners Workshop. Therapy Dog Classes meet on six Monday week-day evenings from 6:00-7:00 pm, Pet Partner Workshop sessions meet immediately following each Therapy Dog Class, for 6 weeks, from 7:15-9:15 pm. Contact: Cindy Ehlers, 541-461-1188 |
Animal Assisted Crisis Intervention Course |
Eugene, OR Friday thru Monday, January 25-28 2008 Learn how to provide safe, effective animal assisted crisis intervention to individuals and responders affected by life changing transitions, crisis and disaster. This course is designed to instruct and prepare registered therapy animal teams and/or handlers without animals to respond to critical incidents, crises and disaster in their local community as well as a national disaster. There is a mental health component and animal component which is taught in the classroom and throughout 4 days of training. The mental health is taught by a Delta Society Pet Partner and nationally certified counselor with experience in crisis intervention and disaster mental health. The animal material is taught by a Delta Society Pet Partner, licensed Instructor/Evaluator, Certified Pet Dog trainer and certified trauma and crisis responder. The classroom instructions include animal care and stress prevention for the dog; basic crisis intervention, stress management; self care and team care tools, daily diffusing, etc. The animal and human components are then brought together in demonstrations, role play and practice which then flows into what was learned in the two days and applying it to the 3rd day in emotional trauma simulations, local transportation and airline travel (this includes going through security and boarding a plane) The 4th day is a continuation of the simulations consisting of components that would be present at a disaster site or on the scene of a accident or tragedy such as VA Tech or the bridge collapse in Minnesota. Participants interested in certification will be assessed for their present level of skills and aptitude for crisis response throughout the 4 day training . • Contact: Cindy Ehlers, or visit National Animal Assisted Crisis Response |
| Pet Partners Team Evaluations | Eugene, OR Saturday, December 1, 2007 Saturday, February 16, 2008 Contact: Cindy Ehlers, 541-461-1188 |
Pet Partners Team Training Course |
Date: Friday – Saturday, October, 10 – 11, 2008 Location: Lovejoy Hospice, 939 SE 8 th Street, Grants Pass, OR Time: 8:30am – 4:45pm each day Learn what it takes to make you and your dog a Delta Society Pet Partner Team. This two day training WITHOUT DOGS will prepare you to be a therapy team and help get you ready for the therapy animal Evaluations. Pre-Registration is required. Cost is $75 for both days, which will include your manual and lunch, will be provided for both days. Contact: Kathleen Long, 541-474-1191 (when e-mailing please put Delta Society in the subject line). |
| Pet Partners Team Evaluations | Date: Sunday, October 19, 2008 Location: Lovejoy Hospice, 939 SE 8 th Street, Grants Pass, OR Evaluator: Lorain Abel Contact: Kathleen Long for your time slot at 541-474-1191 (when e-mailing please put Delta Society in the subject line). |
| Pennsylvania |
No current course listings
| Rhode Island |
No current course listings
| South Carolina |
March 15 & 29, 2008 (two-day course) in Columbia, SC
Pet Partners Team Training Course
Teoti Anderson, PrescriptionPaws@aol.com, www.prescriptionpaws.org
March 30, 2008 in Columbia, SC
Pet Partners Evaluation (PPST/AT) by appointment only for Team Training course participants
April 12, 2008 in Columbia, SC
Pet Partners Evaluation (PPST/AT) by appointment only.
Teoti Anderson, PrescriptionPaws@aol.com, www.prescriptionpaws.org
| South Dakota |
No current course listings
| Tennessee |
Saturday-Sunday, June 28-29, 2008, in Memphis, TNTeam Evaluator Practicum
- Activity: Team Evaluator Practicum with Ann Howie
- Contact: Mary Ehrhart , 901.754.1190
- Location: Dog Woods Training Center, 3041 North Germantown Road, Memphis 38133
| Mid South Therapy Dogs | |
| Pet Partners Team Training Course | Memphis , Tennessee Dog Woods Training Center 2008 Dates: Reservations Required. Contact : Mary Ehrhart |
| Pet Partners Team Evaluations | Memphis, TN 2008 Dates: Reservations Required. Contact : Mary Ehrhart |
| Texas |
| Angel Paws | |
| Pet Partners Team Training Course | Waco, TX 2008 Dates Contact: Sandy Wittliff, 254-840-3867, Angel Paws - View Flyer |
| Pet Partners Team Evaluations | Waco, TX 2008 Dates Contact: Sandy Wittliff, 254-840-3867, Angel Paws - View Flyer |
| Huntsville Pets Helping People | |
| AAA/AAT Workshop 101 | Huntsville, TX Contact: Huntsville Pets Helping People, Diane Carpenter, 936-291-8029 |
| Pet Partners Team Evaluations | Huntsville, TX 2008 Dates: Reservations Required. |
Friday-Saturday, January 11-12, 2008, in Killeen, TX, at KidzTherapeze, 1102 Winkler Ave, 76542)
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Training Course, 9am-5pm
- Contact: Tammy Renaud, Jumpstart Therapies , 512-686-4713, or register through the Jumpstart Therapies website.
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Evaluations, by appointment
- Contact: Tammy Renaud, Jumpstart Therapies , 512-686-4713, or register through the Jumpstart Therapies website.
Friday-Saturday, April 11-12, 2008, in Killeen, TX, at KidzTherapeze, 1102 Winkler Ave, 76542)
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Training Course, 9am-5pm
- Contact: Tammy Renaud, Jumpstart Therapies , 512-686-4713, or register through the Jumpstart Therapies website.
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Evaluations, by appointment
- Contact: Tammy Renaud, Jumpstart Therapies , 512-686-4713, or register through the Jumpstart Therapies website.
| Utah |
- Activity: Pet Partners Team Training Course
- Contact: Gaelyn Derr, 801-280-1855
- Notes: Team Evaluations will be held Saturday, June 14 (location TBA) by appointment
| Vermont |
No current course listings
| Virginia |
Canine Campus will be holding Pet Partner Team Evaluations on June 22nd from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM at the Charlottesville SPCA in Charlottesville, Virginia. Reservations are required and can be made online at www.caninecampus.com, via e-mail: staff@caninecampus.com or by phone: 434-973-1050. Jan Stice is ourevaluatorand can be reached at:DeltaTherapyGal@gmail.com
| Washington |
Sat. March 29th from 2:00 – 3:00 pm at Howl At The Moon in Vancouver, WA. Please RSVP to Terry@howl-at-the-moon.com.
Sat. April 19th from 5:30 – 6:30 pm at PetUtopia in Beaverton, OR. Please RSVP to info@petutopia.com.
| Becky Bishop's Puppy Manners | |
| Pet Partner Team Evaluations, offered year round | Pet Partner evaluations are offered all year long with Becky Bishop of Puppy Manners Becky has been involved in Pet Therapy for over a decade and voted "Seattle's Best Bet for your Pet" by Seattle magazine. Testing available in Seattle, Woodinville, and Bellevue. Discount rates for recertification of active Pet Partners. Please email us to schedule your test or call 425.482.1057 Our evaluators have years of experience and have been recognized nationally for their dedication to pet therapy. Our Pet Partner evaluators are happy to mentor you and help guide you along the wonderful journey of pet therapy. |
| Pet Therapy training classes and seminars in Seattle and Woodinville. | Please visit Puppy Manners group training page for current schedule. Becky and Dave Bishop of Puppy Manners offer fun, creative and valuable tips to help you be a successful pet partner. Puppy Manners "Seattle's Best Pet Therapy" classes are a must for future Pet Partners. The Puppy Manners team members will help guide you to facilities and activities with your dog where you and your canine partner can visit and participate in such programs as Reading with Rover or visiting Children's Hospital. If you are wondering if your dog is ready for a pet therapy class we also offer "Meet and Greet" to evaluate your dog at no charge. Simply email us. |
Christi Dudzik, Healing Paws |
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Making a DifferenceTherapy Team Introductory Workshop The workshop will conclude with a limited mock evaluation of you and your animal, giving you an idea of the suitability of your animal for this work. PLEASE NOTE: This workshop is designed for you to explore animal-assisted activities and therapy and does NOT fulfill Delta Society's Pet Partner handler-training OR team evaluation requirements. You will still need to take the Pet Partners Workshop or Home Study Course, and the Team Evaluation. Please bring: Workshop cost : price range $60-65 per team (A "team" is one handler and one animal.) |
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Therapy Animal Skills Classes This eight class session is for volunteers, professionals and their dogs interested in participating in animal-assisted activity and therapy programs in the community. You will learn what it takes to become a therapy handler-animal team. The eighth session is a team evaluation of handlers and their animals pursuing registration in the Delta Society's Pet Partners Program. These classes will offer:
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