Stress-Free:
Dogs in theWorkplace

Dog behavioural and obedience testing improves the safety of all employees and other dogs attending the workplace. 

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Testing and screening dogs before accessing the workplace reduces potential insurance claims involving dogs biting/bumping over employees and damage to furniture/equipment etc.

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Fair, standardised and independent dog testing system creates a level playing field eliminating favouritism.

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Prepare employees for workplace expectations i.e. employee is responsible for their dog outlined in specific rules, clearly defined consequences for rule breaking.

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Educate employees on how to identify dog stress and anxiety. 

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Strict boundaries on dog behaviour whilst in the workplace and on company grounds. 

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The course and tests can be conducted online without interruption to worktime.

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Implementing the behavioural testing using this program is significantly cheaper than individually behaviourally testing dogs, testing can cost up to $500/hr per dog.

Melanie Scott K9 Training ‘Dogs in the Workplace Program’ gives you peace of mind at work and nurtures the bond between you and your dog.  Happiness, mental well-being and safety are the pillars of our program.  After all dogs bring people together, dogs make people happy!  Let’s make work a happier place!

 

Here at Melanie Scott K9 Training we understand the need to go beyond ambiguous, generic pet policies.  In our course you will develop a deeper understanding of your dog’s behaviour to strengthen your bond.  By outlining safety protocols, we ensure a supportive work environment where your dog, indeed every dog in the workplace, can flourish. 

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Melanie Scott has over 20 years’ experience in training dogs including puppy training, dog behaviour modification, Assistance/Service dog training and running Therapy dog courses.  At Melanie Scott K9 Training we use positive reinforcement techniques and believe in having fun, reducing the stress on both you and your dog.

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The course undertaken by your employees is as follows: Silver Course covering workplace practice and units (listed) and an optional Gold Course with additional study units.

Online behavioural and obedience assessment

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Multiple choice assessment

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Pet Policy Forms

 

Course Content

Module 1: Dogs at Work:

Course introduction

Value of dogs in the workplace

How to achieve work-life balance

 

Module 2: Dog Management:

Dog behaviour and stress

Introducing your dog to the workplace

Managing your dog in the workplace

 

Module 3: Workplace Policy:

Employee responsibilities

Employer expectations and responsibilities

Complaints process

Covid and safety rules

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Module 4: Assessment Outline:

Behavioural and obedience assessment criteria

Course summary