This course which is open to the public is designed for private and public groups interested in education involving the responsibilities associated with dog ownership and provides valuable safety tips for anyone who owns a dog, is planning to buy a dog, or who may live near a dog.

Each enjoyable and informative session includes such topics as:

• The importance of leashing a dog
• Understanding aggression and fear
  
• How to avoid a dog bite
  
• How to collar a dog properly
• The risks associated with an unleashed dog
• The proper way to greet a dog (it's not holding out your hand)
• How a wagging tail is not always a sign of friendliness
• Respecting private property
• Educating children on the dangers of strangers who ask a child for help in looking for their lost dog
  (designed for parents and children)
  
• Proper dog waste disposal
• The advantages of neutering/spaying your dog
• The advantages of obedience training
• How to approach an injured person and their protective dog (designed for police, firefighters and first aid personnel)
  
• What to do if your dog runs away
• What to do if your dog is aggressive to people or other dogs
• Local laws governing dog ownership in your town
• Information on local animal shelters 
• An engaging and informative question and answer session at the conclusion of each event
  

If you are interested in scheduling a Dog Owner Safety and Responsibility course for your group, town, school or residential complex, give us a call. We'll be happy to answer your questions and help you to organize a successful event.

SPECIAL DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE for Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Veteran's Groups, Police, Fire Departments and Public Schools.