Pack-9 Therapy Dog Training

08/13/2023

Pack9 Therapy Dog Training & Pack9 Training, give each team the opportunity to work in new environments which allows each of them to learn and be stronger in dog handling skills.

All during training you see smiles on the dog , the humans and those around them.

08/13/2023

08/13/2023

🐶🐶🐶🐶🐶Puppy Training 🐶🐶🐶🐶🐶

Starting a puppy to train at a young age helps them build confidence,
socialize them , teach them basic skills such as sit, stay, place and recall.
Adam Schuller, Pack9 Training and Pack9 Therapy Dogs works with you and your pup to learn all the skills .

07/26/2023

A wonderful story of giving……..
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INDIANAPOLIS —
The Indianapolis Police Department now has a new four-legged friend.

IMPD introduced the newest member of the department this week, Gus. The 10-month-old Australian mini labradoodle is the official therapy dog for the police department.

As the office therapy dog, Gus will offer comfort and relief in times of crisis.

He had been training with the Ultimate Canine program since November 2022.

"Since then, Officer Gus has gone through three levels of rigorous training that include over 30 obedience commands. He even knows how to snuggle," the department said in a post.

IMPD said Gus' presence will bring smiles and comfort to everyone in our police department.

07/18/2023

Best of the Northwest Voting is NOW🐾🐕‍🦺🦮
The dogs have listened and they say
Vote Adam Schuller Pack9Training & Pack9 Therapy Dogs

Please follow the link below to cast your Vote
We all thank you🐶

https://bellinghamalive.com/

06/28/2023

🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾Pack-9 Therapy Dog Training🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾

We are preparing for new THERAPY DOG TRAINING in the following areas:

Pierce County; Late Summer or early Fall
Saturday Training ( to include Tacoma , Puyallup and Bremerton)* if there are 4 teams which want training in Bremerton we will train there

Snohomish County; mid to late July start time
Saturday Training )Area to cover Smokey Point to Edmonds training location to be determined)

King County; mid to late July
Saturday Training ( Area to cover Kirkland to Kent, Aegis Living Marymoor is the training location)

Whatcom/Skagit; ongoing during weekdays

The six week in person training course is hands on ! Adam Schuller has 20 plus years of training. 4 plus years ago he began therapy dog training in Whatcom County. Since that time he has trained 100 plus therapy dog teams throughout the Pacific Northwest. Many of which have been certified and are visiting schools, camps, hospice , assisted living and the list continues.

The six week in person course includes 3 Zoom calls mid week during the training. You and your dog will have a partnership during the training. An emphasis on basic obedience will be taught as well as working around loud noises, sudden changes, crowds, crutches wheelchairs and real life experiences such as visits to assisted living facilities. Adam’s training will give you the best journey of training as a therapy dog team.

If you are interested in signing up or learning more please email;

🐾🐾🐾🦮🐕‍🦺pack9therapydog .com🐾🐾🐾🐕‍🦺🦮

We look forward to working with you and bring smiles on happiness to so many!

06/19/2023

Therapy Dog Training
❤️🐾What puts this all together as we incorporate all these different concepts, and then apply them in real life with real visits through our program❤️🐾. Great Job Teams

06/06/2023

Alliance of Therapy Dogs shared the below piece about Therapy Dog Training
on their website.

It is very informative and answers many questions Pack-9 Therapy Dog Training & PacK-9training get asked on a regular basis.

Adam Schuller, has trained over 100 Therapy Dog Teams. His training style is unique to him. It is successful, brings joy to so many and prepares each team to be the very best. The majority of the teams are certified which allows them to visit assisted living, hospice , schools , reading programs etc.

If you are interested in learning more and /or would like to sign up for training
please go to;

[email protected]

Classes are offered in Whatcom, Skagit,
Snohomish, King and Pierce Counties.

We also offer Puppy Classes, Boarding and Board & Train. If you are interested in any please go to the website at;

PacK-9training.com and fill out the Entrance Form or email us at;

[email protected]

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From Alliance of Therapy Dogs

Therapy Dog Training

Are you thinking about training your pet to become a therapy dog? The training process doesn’t have to be daunting. If your dog listens to you, obeys basic commands, and has a calm demeanor, you are more than halfway there!

Read on to learn more about training your pup for this role.

Why Is Training Important for a Therapy Dog?

Training, whether formal dog obedience, at-home learning, or for a sporting event, can all help dogs become certified therapy animals. Training boosts confidence, stimulates the mind, and strengthens the human-animal bond. Working with your dog lays the groundwork for manners, which in turn lays the groundwork for the skills and behaviors required for a therapy dog to provide comfort, companionship, and emotional support in a variety of settings.

Do You Need To Take A Training Class?

No official training class is necessary to become an ATD team, but if you’d like to have your pup trained by a professional, you can enroll in a dog obedience program near you. Basic therapy dog training consists of activities that improve dog manners, sitting quietly, walking on a loose leash, and socialization.

Training also includes developing the bond between you and your dog. This can be accomplished through long walks, games, daily practice sessions, and physical affection. Focusing on rewards, praise, and fun influence good behavior and teaches dogs to love working with their person. Getting your dog out in public to see how they respond to distractions is another great way to prepare your dog for therapy visits.

06/04/2023

Paula Gayson, shared this very special visit from several of the Therapy Dog Teams yesterday.

Hearts were touched by the therapy dogs . They give forever love and can bring smiles to those that grieve. Thank you to each team🐕‍🦺🦮Julie Pease, Rita Eklund,Jennifer Woodward, Dawn Valha Taft, Pepper Hurst Sterba

🐾🐾Addie and I volunteered at Camp Erin this weekend. What an amazing experience! If you ever feel the pull to volunteer or financially support a worthwhile cause, this is a good one. Check it out:

One Last Hug preview:
https://youtu.be/uTTpCmMCLLE

04/24/2023

🐾🐾🐾Training at its Best🐾🐾🐾

Listen, work hard, partnerships and smiles…..all lead to the best training and trainer, Adam Schuller




04/19/2023

🐾🐾🐾Let’s all Celebrate & Wish Adam Schuller Pack-9 Therapy Dog Training & PacK-9training the Happiest of Birthdays🎂

Adam’s birthday is Friday the 21st so let’s make this a long celebration………

Adam has given so much to each of us, our dogs and all the people he has touched . His training has enabled so many of us to become certified Therapy Dog Teams bringing smiles and joy to all we visit.

🦮🦮🐕‍🦺🐕‍🦺🐶🐶🐾Happy Birthday Adam🦮🦮🐕‍🦺🐕‍🦺🐶🐶🐾

04/17/2023

Friendships are made during Pack-9 Therapy Dog Training & PacK-9training. They continue after teams are tested and certified to be Therapy Dog Teams .

The teams celebrate birthdays together, visit where needed , support one another and All smile🐕‍🦺🦮🐾😄

04/17/2023

Pack-9 Therapy Dog Training never ends for teams….

04/17/2023

The importance of Pack-9 Therapy Dog Training using tools and situations prepares teams to be ready for situations which may occur when on visits or out on walks.

04/17/2023

Reading with Pack-9 Therapy Dog

Reading with children and Therapy Dogs benefits the children because they learn new words and practice reading to get better. It also increases self confidence by reading aloud!

04/12/2023

🐾🐾🦮🐕‍🦺Therapy Dogs come in all sizes, colors and breeds. Each has a passion for giving, bring smiles , relieving stress and anxiety and working as a team with the human that is their partner.

Each of the teams trained by Pack-9 Therapy Dog Training is the best. We are taught the highest standards to be an awesome team . After the training each team is ready to be tested and certified by an organization which gives the teams the opportunity to visit where they want under an insurance policy and continued education.

🐾🐾🦮🐕‍🦺 Thank you to each of the teams who volunteer to bring happiness 🐶

04/12/2023

Daphne loving all the pets and smiles she brings to all🐾

04/11/2023

Please keep your eyes open for Odie🐾

04/03/2023

Announcement

Pack-9 Therapy Dog Training & PacK-9traiPack-9 Therapy Dog Training & PacK-9training are excited and pleased to announce our next
Training for Therapy Dogs🐾🐕‍🦺🦮

When;
April 15, 2023 Temperment Evaluation ( 30 minute evaluations beginning at 11am


April 22 - May 27, 2023 Time to be Determined

The classes are for 6 weeks with 3 Zoom calls.
During the six week course you will be put through drills to strengthen you and your dog’s partnership. There will be reinforcement of sit, stay, recall, place on command, walking around obstacles such as wheelchairs , crutches, mobility devices, reaction to distractions such as loud noises and practical experiences such as visiting residents at an assisted living facility.

The zoom calls will go over any questions you may have as well as homework assignments.

🐾🐾A dog must be 8 months of age and be able to sit, stay 🐾🐾

Cost;
$450.00 which includes the classes, zoom call and temperament evaluation.

Location;
Aegis Living Marymoor , Redmond WA

Please email ; [email protected] to sign up for evaluations on April 15 and classes on April 22

Or you may respond in the comment section

Currently, we are providing Drop in & Refresher Courses at Aegis Living Marymoor in Redmond. The cost is $20 per class. You may attend as many as you want.
The classes are; April 8th, April 15, April 22 & April 29
Please email ; pack9therapydog@ gmail.com to be added to the list

In addition to the Therapy Dog Classes a General Obedience Class will be offered . The dates, times and location are yet to be determined.
Please email; [email protected] for further information.

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The video below is from PacK-9training & Pack9TherapyDog TraininPacK-9trainingmiles …….

Adam Schuller has a gift and a passion fAdam SchullerHe brings out the best in each team he trains. The value which the therapy dogs provide to so many has no boundaries.

04/02/2023

A Busy Dog is a Happy Dog 🐕‍🦺🦮🐾

From the start of training to general obedience training to drop in training and refresher courses the teams are continually working on skills.

04/02/2023

🦮🐕‍🦺🐾🐶Oh’ What A Day🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾

Hearts & Hands were filled each time a PacK-9training & Pack-9 Therapy Dog Training team shared their giving . It is a process of training, love, a partnership and so much more.

Once trained, the teams will be tested and certified/registered to visit where their passion lies!

Adam Schuller, will train the teams to the highest standard. It is his passion………..

03/29/2023

……. Ahhhh, the good life
Train hard with Adam and play hard enjoying the wind in your face
So many smiles🌞

03/27/2023

🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾Refresher Course & Drop In Class🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾

Training a dog and a handler never ends. The partnership continues to grow so they always give the best!

Adam Schuller believes in continuing education with training you and your dog. He listened to people asking for refresher and drop in classes and is now offering them.

The classes in Refresher are for those who have been trained in therapy dog and who are certified although may need a bit of work on a particular obedience and for those that have been through training but have not been tested and certified.

The drop in class is working on general obedience .

🐾🐾The classes will be held Saturday April 1st , 15, and 22 at Aegis Living Marymoor. You may attend 1 or more class.

The cost for each class is $20.00 .
Drop in Class is 9:15-10:15
Refresher Class is 10:30- 11:30

If you are interested in attending either class please email:
[email protected] or comment on this page

03/22/2023

🦮🦮🐾🐾 Training Hard to Give the Best!

Adam Schuller uses creativity and situations which may arise when therapy dog teams visit. Repetition, patience, guidance and praise given is key to success in training.

03/22/2023

Smiles🐕‍🦺🦮😄

The smiles which are exhibited by the therapy dog in training ( Baccara) and her mentor ( Shadow) say it all!

03/20/2023

PacK-9training & Pack-9 Therapy Dog Training

Adam Schuller, trainer and owner of Pack9 , believes in giving the best ,is innovative, listens to the handler and the dog, is extremely knowledgeable, motivating, builds relationships and he loves
dogs .🐾

Adam has been training for 20 plus years. Over ther past few years he has trained dogs and their handlers to become therapy dogs teams . The teams go through an intensive training program
which will prepare them to be tested and certified/registered therapy dog teams.

The teams visit assisted living facilities, schools, have supported those who are grieving, hospice and reading programs for kids . Each time a hand touches the dog a smile of happiness , a sigh of relief or laughter comes from the person the dog is visiting.

We have witnessed kids struggling with reading find a joy in it when reading with a dog and an adult who hasn’t spoken or shown an expression come to life when the dogs visit. All of this has been made possible because the teams have been trained by Adam and the passion he has for the dogs and the people the touch.

In addition to training Therapy Dog Teams , Adam offers Board & Train, Boarding , training for general obedience, reactive dogs and the list goes on.

Adam has classes in Whatcom, Snohomish , King & Pierce Counties. His Board and Train and Boarding program accepts dogs from each of these counties too!

If you are interested in hearing more about Pack9 please email

🐾[email protected]

🐾[email protected]

🐾Or visit our website at ; pack-9training.com

03/16/2023

🐾❤️People often ask why one wants to become a Therapy Dog Team. There are many answers but most often we hear to volunteer and give back, bring joy to those who may need it and relieve anxiety along with many other things. A request from a school in the Steilacoom School District asking for Therapy Dog teams came from Alliance of Therapy Dogs . Several teams answered the much needed visit to staff and students.
The School Board recently recognized the below teams , as well as a few others
who were unable to attend.

Words cannot express all of the goodness Therapy Dog Teams bring to so many. ❤️🐾

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Addie and her friends, Brandi and Jasper, represented the Alliance of Therapy Dogs tonight at the Steilacoom Historical School District school board meeting. They were recognized as Community Champions for their service to the school staff and students.

03/16/2023

🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾REFRESHER/ DROP IN CLASS 🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾

Saturday, the 18th of March Pack9 Therapy Dog & Adam Schuller, will be hosting a Refresher/ Drop In Class at Aegis Living Marymoor
9:30am- 10:30 am ; Cost $20.00

The classes will be held on a regular basis . You may attend 1 or as many as needed. We do ask for an RSVP by either responding on this page or email; [email protected]

For those of you who have been thru therapy dog training but have not been certified yet, for those of you who are certified although need work on something or for those of you who just need a brush up in general obedience this is a perfect class for you and your dog partner!

We look forward to seeing you!

03/16/2023

🐾The post and statement below is from 3 of the people who were in the Pack9 Therapy Dog Training Class in Kirkland 1 year ago! Each of them worked hard to become the very best of teams. Today, they each are giving back to so many communities . The smiles on their faces( dogs too) say so much about friendship and generosity .
Thank you Pepper, Brandi, Dawn, Chance, Cindy and Griffey🐾

We did a visit at the UW today, it was Brandi and my 50th visit. We were blessed to have Dawn Valha Taft with Chance and Cindy Bentz Rudisill with Griffey by our side since we all started and met in our therapy training class. When we started this journey we were told by Tessa Henriot Rawitzer and Adam that we would make life long friends in our class and am happy to say they were right. 💕🐾💕🐾💕🐾💕