Flying Paws Dog Training

Animal Assisted Therapy Dog Application

Calm temperaments. Guided preparation. Purposeful pathways.

Thank you for your interest in the Flying Paws Animal Assisted Therapy Dog pathway. Therapy work requires careful assessment, emotional stability, and a strong human–dog partnership, so we intentionally review each application to ensure the process supports both dog welfare and community wellbeing.

This questionnaire helps us understand your dog’s temperament, history, training experience, and suitability for therapy environments before moving forward. Completing this form thoroughly allows us to guide you with clarity, honesty, and realistic expectations around the therapy journey.

Please answer each question in as much detail as possible so we can assess the most appropriate next steps for you and your dog.

Name*

Email*

Phone*

Pet Name*

Breed*

Sex*

Birthday*

How long have you owned your dog?*

Where did you get your dog (breeder, rescue, etc.)?*

Is your dog desexed?*

Has your dog completed any formal training? (If yes, list certifications/classes)*

Your Occupation*

Do you have any previous experience in therapy work, volunteering, or working with vulnerable populations?*

There are no right or wrong answers — honest information helps us protect both dogs and the people they may work with. How does your dog typically react to strangers, children, other dogs, loud noises or sudden movements?*

Has your dog ever shown signs of fear, stress, or aggression in public environments?*

Is your dog comfortable being handled by unfamiliar people (e.g., petting, touching paws)?*

What types of settings are you interested in doing Animal Assisted Therapy In?*

What times are you available for the inital assessment? Please select all that apply. Please note, at this stage, depending on your availability, there could be a 2-3 week wait from when you get your form in.*Tuesday between 1pm - 3pmThursday between 1pm - 5pmFriday between 1pm - 5pmFriday between 5pm - 8pm

If you have a specific time within the times above please list your availability in as much specific detail as you can. We may be able to fit you in outside of these times around our class schedules. Please note, Sundays and Mondays are not available and Saturday are unavailable due to our class times. We are currently booking 3-4 weeks in advance. *

Next Steps After Submission

Once your application has been reviewed, you will receive an email outlining whether an initial assessment is the appropriate next step.

Submitting this form does not guarantee therapy program placement. All dogs must meet behavioural, emotional, and welfare suitability criteria before progressing.

Welfare & Facility Requirements

For the safety and wellbeing of all dogs, handlers, and participants, dogs attending any Flying Paws sessions must be up to date with vaccinations or hold a valid titre test completed within the last 12 months.

Flying Paws reserves the right to recommend alternative training pathways if therapy work is not currently in the best interest of the dog or handler.

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