Download or read book Becoming a Therapy Dog Team written by Katha Miller-Winder, PH D and published by . This book was released on 2021-03-16 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A book of guidance and advice about how to become a Therapy Dog team. It contains the tips and tricks the author has learned in a decade of Therapy Dog work. If you're ready to become a Therapy Dog team but are hesitant to dive into the unknown and just want someone to be there to guide you along the way, this book is for you. If you've always been a little curious what Therapy Dog work was all about and why people do it, this book is for you. If you're a trainer, veterinarian, groomer, or other dog professional who has people asking them about Therapy Dog work but you've had no idea how to help them find answers, this book is for you.
Download or read book Teaming With Your Therapy Dog written by Ann R. Howie and published by Purdue University Press. This book was released on 2015-04-15 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Today's therapy-dog handlers recognize the need to be teammates with their dogs. Teaming with one's dog involves unobtrusively providing physical and emotional support as well as respectful guidance in what to do. Being a teammate requires attention to our own behavior, not just our dogs. This book reminds all handlers that being conscious of what we do with our dogs helps them do their best work, and also can increase the effectiveness of our visits. Teaming with Your Therapy Dog teaches the STEPs of Teamwork and how those STEPs fit with the Therapy Dogs Bill of Rights. These general principles free handlers to apply them in their own way to their therapy dogs individual personality and work, and to everyday life at home! As the author writes, "The book explores a way of being conscious of what you do with and to your therapy dog to support him in his work. It describes functional principles of behavior you can learn and use immediately, either together as a package or independently." Using an exciting new methodology, the author guides readers to deepen their relationship with their dogs by acting consciously and respectfully.
Download or read book Handbook on Animal Assisted Therapy written by Megan Mueller and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2011-04-28 with total page 554 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The original edition was the first book to provide a comprehensive overview of the ways in which animals can assist therapists with treatment of specific populations, and/or in specific settings. The second edition continues in this vein, with 7 new chapters plus substantial revisions of continuing chapters as the research in this field has grown. New coverage includes: Animals as social supports, Use of AAT with Special Needs students, the role of animals in the family- insights for clinicians, and measuring the animal-person bond. - Contributions from veterinarians, animal trainers, psychologists, and social workers - Includes guidelines and best practices for using animals as therapeutic companions - Addresses specific types of patients and environmental situations
Download or read book Hero Therapy Dogs written by Jon M. Fishman and published by Lerner Publications ™. This book was released on 2017-01-01 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Which animal can help people who are stressed or lonely? A therapy dog! Therapy dogs are trained to stay calm in all sorts of situations. They can help people practice reading, visit sick hospital patients, and more. Learn all about these furry community helpers!
Download or read book Animal Assisted Play Therapy written by Risë VanFleet and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Animal Assisted Therapy in Counseling written by Cynthia K. Chandler and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-04-23 with total page 494 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Animal Assisted Therapy in Counseling is the most comprehensive book available dedicated to training mental health practitioners in Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT). It explains the history and practice of AAT in counseling, discusses the latest empirical research, and provides an in-depth explanation of the psychodynamics of AAT within various theoretical frameworks. Readers will learn the proper way to select, train, and evaluate an animal for therapy. The use of a number of different therapy animals is considered, including dogs, cats, horses, birds, farm animals, rabbits and other small animals, and dolphins. Guidelines for implementing AAT in settings such as private practices, community agencies, schools, hospices, and prisons are covered, as well as ethical and legal considerations, risk management, diversity issues, and crisis and disaster response applications. Numerous case examples illustrate the use of AAT principles with clients, and forms, client handouts, and other resources provide valuable tools. This unique resource is an indispensable guide for any counselor looking to develop and implement AAT techniques in his or her practice.
Download or read book Physical Therapy and Massage for the Dog written by Julia Robertson and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2013-03-15 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Interest in canine massage and physical therapy has grown as greater emphasis is placed on the general fitness and agility of dogs, as pets and as sporting animals.In this book the authors are concerned with the prevention, management and treatment of movement and allied disorders. It encompasses detailed assessments, treatment programmes that invo
Download or read book Madeline Finn and the Therapy Dog written by Lisa Papp and published by Holiday House. This book was released on 2023-10-17 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Madeline Finn is training her dog Star to become a therapy dog. Will they pass the test? A beautiful story of empathy, perseverance, and community from Lisa Papp. Madeline Finn and Star are off to Walker Oaks, a retirement community where Star will take his tests to become a therapy dog. Accompanied by Mom, Mrs. Dimple, and Bonnie the library dog, Madeline and Star make their way through a variety of challenges and meet several new friends. But Madeline Finn can't stop thinking about an elderly man in a wheelchair who never smiles. Is there something she and Star can do to help? Author-illustrator Lisa Papp's empathetic, feel-good story explores the therapy dog training process and provides a realistic and appealing example of a young person making a difference. Paired with warm, gentle illustrations, this book is ideal for social emotional learning and discussions about self-esteem, volunteering, community, and—of course—therapy animals.
Download or read book Service and Therapy Dogs in American Society written by John J. Ensminger and published by Charles C. Thomas Publisher. This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This well-written and informative book has become the standard on the uses and laws regarding therapy and service dogs. With the expansion of new service dog types, a greater complexity with regard to service animal laws and regulations and the interpretation of these by the courts has developed. This book carefully examines these complexities at both the state and federal levels. In addition, the expanded use of therapy dogs in facilities and institutions has brought with it a paradigm shift in society's acceptance and acknowledgment of the canine capacity to contribute in meaningful ways to.the lives of ill and institutionalized persons.--From publisher.
Download or read book A Dog Who s Always Welcome written by Lorie Long and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2008-10-14 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You can take her with you... If you're like most dog owners, you want a trustworthy companion you can take on family vacations, to ball games, on hikes, and to cafes and festivals. You want your dog to behave when you have guests, stay peacefully at hotels, ride calmly in elevators, and maintain proper doggie decorum in all kinds of situations. Chances are, you've watched and admired assistance and therapy dogs who are attentive to their owners' needs no matter what. This book taps into the secrets of assistance and therapy dog trainers and shows you how to use focused foundation socialization training to make sure your dog is well behaved--even in unfamiliar environments loaded with distractions and temptations. It goes beyond typical behavioral training and basic commands and covers: Evaluating your dog and recognizing traits that will affect her needs Using reward-based processes to teach complex behaviors and self-discipline Creating a socialization program that makes your dog focused on you and confident in different environments Reading your dog so you can anticipate her reactions and keep her focused on your directions With these sophisticated training techniques, you'll turn your family pet into a sociable, take-anywhere dog who will always be welcome!
Download or read book Ben written by Holly Raus and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 20 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A story of Ben, a therapy dog. He enjoys helping his human friends.
Download or read book Therapy Dogs written by Walter Roberts, Jr. and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2013-07 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Looks at how dogs are chosen to become therapy dogs, the training they go through, and the type of work they do.
Download or read book The Visit written by Janet Myers and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2011 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Maggie, the intuitive, four-legged therapist, ventures into the world of health care with a heart full of compassion. Janet's health care background, pet therapy knowledge, and dog training techniques enlighten readers as they travel with Maggie and Janet to the bedside of patients and witness the magic of Maggie's ability to decipher patient needs. This collection of heart-wrenching as well as humorous encounters demonstrates multiple ways fur-coated creatures can impact patients. Dog lovers, health care clinicians, and individuals whose loved ones might benefit from pet therapy will connect with these healing moments in pet therapy during The Visit. Even if you are not part of a pet therapy team, you will be inspired and moved by Janet's story. -Anita Kelso Edson, Senior Director Media & Communications, ASPCA Learn how unconditional love can heal spirits and ease our journey through life. -Vicki Johnson, RN, BSN, MSN, BC-NE, Chief Nursing Officer, Schneck Medical Center
Download or read book Therapy Dogs written by Kathy Diamond Davis and published by Dogwise Publishing. This book was released on 2002-09 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you looking for a new and meaningful way to work with your dog? Do you want to improve the lives of those who would benefit from visits with a volunteer canine "therapist"? Then think about becoming a Therapy Dog team. The 2nd edition gives you all the information you need to select, socialize and train your dog for this important and rewarding work. Learn about certification, liability, and getting started. Includes a complete course outline for teaching therapy dog classes!
Download or read book Animal Assisted Brief Therapy written by Teri Pichot and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-05-13 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides an overview of Animal-Assisted Activities (AAA) and Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) and demonstrates how they can be incorporated into solution-focused treatment programs. Pichot, focusing on the use of therapy dogs, starts with a discussion of the basics of AAA/T and solution-focused therapy, as well as what every practitioner should know about dogs before partnering with them. Successfully combining all of this into an effective treatment program is considered next. Pichot draws upon her own experience developing an AAA/T program in the substance abuse counseling program at a county public health agency to illustrate the effective implementation of such a program and the struggles and lessons learned in doing so. Using AAA/T with special populations, cultural considerations, and the impact a therapy dog can have on the handler. New in this edition are client scenarios that demonstrate the therapist’s thought process when making clinical decisions about when and how to use a therapy dog. Sample forms and treatment plans are also provided that professionals can use to modify or structure in their work with clients. The concepts and information provided in this valuable guide will be helpful for any therapist regardless of whether he or she is in private practice or working in an agency setting.
Download or read book Therapy Dogs Today 2nd Edition written by Kris Butler and published by Dogwise Publishing. This book was released on 2013-12-10 with total page 69 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Therapy Dogs Today explores the complex issues that surround the environments in which therapy dogs do their jobs.
Download or read book Therapy Pets written by Jacqueline Crawford and published by Prometheus Books. This book was released on 2010-05 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pets love us unconditionally. They're always happy to see us, they encourage us when we're feeling down, and their devotion is touching and reassuring. If this is true for the average pet owner, it is especially true for the disabled, handicapped, emotionally troubled, and seriously ill person.In this uplifting book we learn firsthand how the field of Animal Assisted Therapy is having remarkable success training animals to help and enhance the lives of children and adults with serious medical problems. Hospital rehabilitation programs, physical and occupational therapy sessions, nursing homes, mental healthcare facilities, and hospice programs are just some of the settings where dogs, cats, horses, and other animals have helped patients cope with often daunting medical challenges.With more than fifty photographs showing the visible improvements that trained therapy pets are making in the lives of sick and disabled people, the compelling stories relate many inspiring incidents of the healing animal-human partnership: six-year-old Brendan, disabled from birth, successfully completes his physical therapy with the help of Zorro, a big black hound once considered unadoptable; Philip, a hospice patient in his last days, finds some joy in the company of a therapy dog named Andy; and Tikva, a Keeshond therapy dog from Oregon, helps to comfort emotionally drained firefighters at New York City's Ground Zero.For animal lovers, healthcare providers, and anyone who appreciates how animals and humans interrelate, this is a wonderful, truly inspirational book.Jacqueline J. Crawford is a clinical psychologist at Lakeland Mental Health Center in Moorhead, MN, and the lead author of Please! Teach ALL of Me: Multisensory Instruction for Preschoolers.Karen A. Pomerinke is a professional dog trainer in the state of Washington and the moderator of the pet-advice website www.greatpets.com.Donald W. Smith is a photographer, website designer, and a retired mental health counselor.
