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39 people are interested
Dog training assistant
ORGANIZATION: Main Line Deputy Dog
Please visit the new page to apply.
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39 people are interested
Dog training assistant to help during classes
Mondays 11:15 am
Mondays 1pm
Wednesday evenings 6-7pm
We help people with disabilities to train their own (rescued) service dogs.Volunteers will follow the direction of the professional dog trainers to practice tasks with class members and their dogs and, most importantly, help set them up for success.
More opportunities with Main Line Deputy Dog
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About Main Line Deputy Dog
Location:
228 Rosedale Avenue, Wayne, PA 19087, US
Mission Statement
The mission of Main Line Deputy Dog is to facilitate greater independence for people with physical disabilities or psychiatric challenges. A Deputy Dog can perform a range of tasks that makes their owner’s life much easier. Within a network of experts and volunteers, MLDD teaches people with disabilities how to train their own dogs to become fully certified service dogs. Main Line Deputy Dog agrees not to discriminate against any volunteer, employee or job candidate because of his/her race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, or age. (40 or older)
Description
Main Line Deputy Dog trainers help a disadvantaged person train a dog to perform tasks. Having a Deputy Dog enables people to function with greater independence and confidence.
Whether training a dog for assistance with in-home tasks or a dog that helps you better function in mainstream society, a Deputy Dog can be your greatest asset,as well as your best friend.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
295 Three Tun RoadMalvern, PA 19355
DATE POSTED
March 13, 2022
SKILLS
- Animal Care / Handling
- Case Work / Management
- Veteran Care
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Occupational Therapy
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 5-6 hours per week
- affinity for and knowledge of dogs helpful