Therapy dogs must be in very good health to visit with clients in different settings. There are specific health standards that must be followed for the dogs to enter different facilities. Jumpstart Therapies follows the guidelines established by Delta Society's Pet Partners program (www.deltasociety.org), which is a world renowned visiting animal program. Although it is not required, bi-annual veterinary visits are recommended to ensure that the dog is not only up to date on vaccinations but also make sure it does not have any major health concerns. Typical health standards only require annual visits, but I feel strongly that it is my responsibility to the people we visit to make sure our dogs are in excellent health. As you know, there are diseases that can be passed from humans to animals and animals to humans. One of the goals of these health standards is to prevent such transmissions.
Prior to adoption, Golden Beginnings made sure that Chief was current on his vaccinations. This visit with Chief to the vet was to establish him with the clinic and to get his flea and heartworm preventative. As you can see...Chief had a GRAND time!! He was self-assured and quite brave to go into the back with the staff for his heartworm test...I was so proud of him!!
Okay, Chief....let the ladies get back to work!!
Tammy
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