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Specialized Therapy Dogs TrainingBeyond their function in hospital and therapy facilities, dogs can also be trained to perform assistance and service functions. Seizure therapy dogs, for example, have been trained to detect a seizure in their human before it occurs and to respond accordingly in seeking assistance.The dog might paw the ground, run in circles, or bark to alert its owner that they are about to experience a seizure. After the incident the dog will either bark to alert family members or caregivers of the seizure incident or lie by the person and protect them until help arrives. Some dogs can even activate pre-programmed, pedal-activated devices and summon help. Only about one in ten dogs have the innate ability to sense an impending seizure and the ability does not seem to be confined to any one breed. Beyond seizure dogs, there are also animal companions that can be trained to help patients who are confined to wheelchairs and of course to facilitate movement for the blind. Producing Good Therapy Dog Candidates Excellent Good Average Bad Terrible Current RatingTherapy Dogs International offers information on therapy dogs, training information and literature, and helps to link dog owners with facilities who would like to use their services. The best way to get started is to conduct some basic research on the Therapy Dogs International home page at tdi-dog.org to learn more about the program and its requirements. Related ArticlesAssistance Dogs: Bred to HelpLeading the Way: Guide Dogs at Work for the Blind Intro to the World of Guard Dogs Outstanding Canine Heroes: Search and Rescue Dogs Best Tips for Training Hunting Dogs Best of the Best: Show Dogs |
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