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Among the many inexplicable omissions in this inadequate book is a definition of the term ``therapy dog,'' which ordinarily describes a dog that, along with its owner or handler, has been trained to work safely with people who have special needs, such as the developmentally or physically disabled. Because therapy dog programs have proven so successful, Davis, who has performed such work with her own dogs, encourages readers to enroll themselves and their pets. General guidelines for visits, primarily to nursing homes, and useful pointers for dealing with staff and residents are supplied, but, lacking broad experience, Davis is not always convincing. Her discussion of training is scanty, covering basic obedience commands instead of teaching the reader how to acclimate a dog to the unusual and unpredictable circumstances it typically will encounter on the job, from the challenge of working with semi-ambulatory patients to others who are emotionally disturbed. In this sense, the author fails to give the potential usefulness of therapy dogs its due, and does not reckon directly with the occupational hazards involved. Davis advises seeking out an experienced trainer, but, curiously, fails to name any of the national organizations (such as the Delta Society of Renton, Wash.) that register trainers and handlers as well as provide a wealth of training resources--nor does she mention the nationwide testing now common for the dogs. Photos not seen by PW.
Copyright 1992 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.From Library Journal
People often volunteer their dogs to help the elderly, ill, or disabled, but few books cover such "animal-assisted activities." While not the definitive manual on training one's dog, this book, first published in 1982 and based on the author's personal experience, gives a good overview. The new edition includes a definition of therapy dog, a list of the major therapy dog organizations, an annotated bibliography of useful dog behavior and training books and web sites, and an index. Small public libraries that can afford only one book on the subject should purchase Mary R. Burch's Volunteering with Your Pet. Burch's book covers animals besides dogs and goes into more detail about the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test, the basic certification on which most therapy dog registries base their programs. Larger public libraries should have both.
Karen Fischer, Carleton Coll. Lib., Northfield, MN
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Karen Fischer, Carleton Coll. Lib., Northfield, MN
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Index | Back Cover
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A gold mine of information and ideas,
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This review is from: Therapy Dogs - Training Your Dog to Reach Others (Paperback)
Kathy Diamond-Davis knows dogs (and their handlers) like no other author I have ever read. This book carefully and clearly covers topics from choosing an appropriate dog for therapy work, through socializing the dog and building your relationship with the dog, to finding an appropriate organization to work with and doing therapy dog visits. She emphasizes positive training that builds the dog/human bond and produces a happy, friendly dog. Realistically, she emphasizes that not all dogs (and not all handlers) are suited for therapy work.I am currently working with my second therapy dog, who is registered with Therapy Dogs Inc. and who visits hospice patients. The ideas in Kathy's book continue to make us a better team.
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Answering My Questions About Doing It Well,
By L.A. Lazar (Northern CA USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Therapy Dogs - Training Your Dog to Reach Others (Paperback)
I have well-behaved and well-socialized dogs, and I wanted to share them with others--How to begin in Therapy work and do it well? This book answered my questions, resolved my concerns, and helped me get started. The author has written a good book, her caring shows through in each chapter. She covers well the basics (altho it's a shame she had to spend time on those), she outlines well the situations you may encounter with your dog in therapy work, and her training methods are gentle and effective. To do something well isn't easy, and you must have more than 'good intentions'. Kathy details what your main focus must be, as well as helping you decide how you and your dog can fit in and be effective. Whether you are trying to decide if the dog you have now will do, or if you are considering another dog to get, if it's about Therapy work--it's in there. To know something, to do it well, and to be able to share with others--Kathy Diamond Davis' book makes it obvious, it's a "You Can Do It Too!!" book.
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The Therapy Dog Bible,
By Melanie Micue (Oklahoma City, OK) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Therapy Dogs - Training Your Dog to Reach Others (Paperback)
As an AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluator, therapy dog evaluator, obedience instructor, therapy dog chapter leader and therapy dog handler, I find this book an educational and instructional tool for the beginner to the seasoned therapy dog handler. Davis shares a wealth of information from choosing the right K-9 partner and proper training for both dog and handler to the proper protocol of therapy dog visits. This book also covers setting up therapy dog classes for obedience instructors wanting to add to their training programs. Whether you choose to go alone or do group visits, this books information will leave you confident in yourself and your dog.
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