1. Stay in Position - In either a sit or down, the dog must remain in the position commanded by his/ her handler until the evaluator allows the handler to release.
  2. Reaction to Another Dog - The dog should demonstrate no more than casual interest in a strange dog.
  3. Reaction to Distractions - A test of confidence, the dog may show surprise when presented with noises and distractions, but not run away or show ag- gressiveness.
  4. Dog Left Alone - This test shows that a dog has good manners and training.

Obedience Requirements of Owner/Handler:

  1. Meet the ASH Dress Code (Closed toed shoes, long shorts are acceptable, etc.), plus wear the ap- proved Animal Assisted Activities Program (AAA) `uniform' of a bandana with program name & logo for you and your pet.
  2. Attend one hour evaluation - if qualified, then attend 4 one-hour training sessions with your dog, and a 30 minute volunteer orientation designed spe- cifically for the AAA Program.
Orientation Session:
  • October 14, 2004 from 7:30p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at Community Relations, Building 582
    --Individual evaluations with be conducted at Divine Canine (Maps and information will be handed out at the Orientation Meeting on October 14th.)
Training Session Schedule:
· October 24, 2004 .......from ....2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
· October 31, 2004 .......from ....2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
· November 7, 2004 ....from ....2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
· November 14, 2004 ..from ....2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
All sessions will be at the Austin State Hospital

    You'll never know how much good you can do until you do it! To get involved, contact Debbie Trammell by telephone at 419-2323 or by email at deborah.trammell@atshs.state.tx.us.

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