{"id":11666,"date":"2015-08-01T20:17:56","date_gmt":"2015-08-01T10:17:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/puppy.kreatology.com\/?p=11666"},"modified":"2024-09-16T16:10:11","modified_gmt":"2024-09-16T06:10:11","slug":"delta-therapy-dogs-international-dog-assistance-week","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/puppytales.com.au\/delta-therapy-dogs-international-dog-assistance-week\/","title":{"rendered":"Delta Therapy Dogs ~ International Dog Assistance Week"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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There is a special and indescribable kinship shared between dogs and people of all ages. Attention from a dog can brighten your day, make you feel loved and can improve your overall health and wellbeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you have a dog with a good temperament? Does your dog love being around people? Might your dog be a great Delta Therapy Dog?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Delta Therapy Dogs showcase that a better relationship between people and dogs will lead to a more enriched and fulfilled life for humans and dogs alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Any breed of dog has the temperament to bring the benefits of pet therapy to those in need.  Delta dogs range from Great Danes to Chihuahuas and come from many different walks in life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meet Delta Dog Chester<\/em><\/span>\"Delta<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Chester<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is Chester, an eight year old tri-coloured King Charles Cavalier. He was adopted from a shelter 3 years ago.  Unfortunately, he was from an illegal puppy mill farm and not in great condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite all the cruelty he suffered in his formative years, he still had a very gentle, endearing character that Cavaliers are renowned for. When he was adopted he was very underweight and had a fear of almost everything. However, with patience, love, daily walks, positive reward training, a good healthy diet and friends who welcomed and encouraged Chester, he blossomed into a very different, calm and happy dog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chester\u2019s owner contacted Delta Society to find out about becoming a Volunteer Delta Therapy team. After discussing his suitability for the role, Chester undertook a Delta assessment and temperament test and passed with flying colours. After a one day training session and orientation at their assigned facility, Chester and owner, Gillian began weekly visits to an aged care facility and he has really taken another huge step forward and come into his own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cHis gorgeous smile and wagging tail greets residents and staff during his one hour visit. He thrives from the many pats, cuddles and compliments he receives. Chester has a happy demeanour from the beginning to the end of each visit\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have you thought about volunteering with your dog?<\/em><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Delta Society believes that the human-animal bond remarkably improves our quality of life and leaves a lasting paw print on our hearts. As a Volunteer Delta Therapy team, you and your dog can embark on a new phase in your relationship which will bring you both much happiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our volunteers express they feel a sense of fulfilment and pleasure that they can share the company of their canine companion with those who need a \u201cdog fix\u201d the most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We should warn you though \u2026 as a therapy dog team \u2013 your dog is usually the star of the team and they get most of the glory!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What do the dogs get out of the Delta Therapy Dog experience?<\/em><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n