S4:E18 Insights From Assessing Teams with K9 Essence (Guest: Brianna Mackay)

In this episode, Sam sits down with Brianna Mackay from K9 Essence, one of our locum dog trainers who conducts temperament assessments for Therapy Dogs Australia teams. Brianna shares valuable insights from her work with handlers and their dogs at different stages of their journey, whether just starting out, or freshly graduated.

This episode includes tips on building strong handler-dog relationships, phasing out food rewards, and tailoring training to each dog’s needs.

It’s an encouraging and informative listen for anyone preparing to work with their therapy dog.

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