Take Your Dog To Work Day on 21st June is a great way to have a fun, interactive day with your dog, and can have benefits for you both. But are you and your dog ready for work? Here are some to consider when taking your… Read More
Tell us about your role I’m working for two days a week as a community dog handler alongside Rita, a German shepherd cross golden retriever. Initially, I have been working with Bracknell Forest Council for one day a week supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism. I’ve been working… Read More
Tell us about your role The Dementia Dog project is a charitable collaboration between Alzheimer Scotland and Dogs for Good. Our Dementia Community Dog programme explores how a specially trained community dog can help people with dementia feel more confident and connected in their community. I… Read More
In 2013 we commenced a ground-breaking project in conjunction with Alzheimer Scotland to train the first dementia assistance dogs. For the couples involved with the Dementia Dog project partnership with a dementia assistance dog has resulted in a unique support and a special bond, enabling them to… Read More
Tell us about your role as a community dog handler Using the techniques of Animal Assisted Intervention (AAI) I work alongside a specially-trained community dog to help adults and children to work towards individual goals. I’ll work with a professional from the client support team… Read More