Profile Form - Dogs

Please fill in the profile form below. Print out this form and mail it with your registration and fee.We will review all the forms to ensure that all dogs attending are suitable for the training. We do want to be able to accommodate as many of your dogs as we can but certain factors may limit the number or type of dogs we can accept, such as the combination of dogs attending the session, and the space and resources of the venue.

Your dog does not need to have difficulties in order for you to consider bringing him/her to the training. We really enjoy having a variety of dogs and they are appreciated for the different experiences they provide.

Our focus is to teach you TTouch skills and during that process we often see many wonderful changes in dogs with a wide variety of difficulties. TTouch has been proven to be particularly successful with issues of timidity, fear and unwanted aggression. To be effective in that process means establishing a positive environment in which all participants - human and canine - can feel as safe and comfortable as possible.

In order to maximize the TTouch experience for all participants, two- and four-legged, we ask you to agree to the guidelines listed below. If you have any questions about the suitability of your animal, please contact us so that we can discuss the situation together. Similarly, if after checking the profile form, and reviewing the combination of animals, we have questions about your dog, we will get in touch with you. We may both decide that you will learn more if you come alone without your animal (or bring a different one) and can focus on skills to work with later at home.

Requirements for dogs attending TTouch training:

  1. Part of our work will not involve the dogs. We may be working with other animals or involved in exercises with people. Therefore, all dogs must have the opportunity for "down time" in a space where they feel comfortable. This time for the dogs is also critical for their learning and can be achieved by:
    • Crating (in some cases a crate/kennel could be provided if you are unable to bring your own)
    • Staying in the car - which is of course weather and/or shade dependent
    • We will always consider other creative options.
  2. Some dogs attending the training may not be comfortable about being approached by other dogs or people they don't know. Please be responsible for your dog by keeping him or her away from other dogs. Please ask a dog's person for permission before petting their dog. Dogs should be on a leash at all times unless they are in a designated off-leash play area.
  3. Please check with the instructor if you wish to give your dog a high-value treat or toy when in the company of other dogs.
  4. Please bring with you a flat (or rolled) collar and standard (non-flexi) leash in addition to any other training /leading equipment you may normally use. Also bring anything else your dog might need to be comfortable such as a blanket, bed and water bowl, toys, etc.
  5. If your dog has a history of aggression and we have determined that it is appropriate for you to bring your dog, we may require you to bring a comfortably fitting muzzle, particularly if the dog has bitten. The purpose of the muzzle is to make it possible to work with your dog safely without an increased level of human anxiety. We recommend a basket muzzle in which the dog can open his/her mouth easily and be able to take a treat.
  6. All dogs require proof of rabies vaccination.

Attendance of your dog at the training implies acceptance of the above requirements

Print out the form from http://www.greyhoundrescueaustin.com/dogprofile.htm fill it out and mail it in with your registration.

Please print, fill out and mail this form with your registration
Marnie Reeder
7611 Old Bee Cave Rd
Austin, TX 78735
If you have any questions, please call:
512-288-4480
512-288-0068

Tellington TTouch Seminar
Dog Profile

Workshop Information:

Date: November 21-22
Location: Austin, TX

Owner/Guardian Information:

Name :______________________________________________________________

Dog's Information:

Name: _____________________________________________________________
Breed/Type: ________________________________ Age: ___________________
Gender: _____________ Spayed/Neutered? ____________

How long have had your dog?
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Behavior:

What do you particularly like/love about your dog?
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Does your dog have some behavior that you wish was different? (e.g. growling, barking, lunging, biting, chewing (on what?), digging, jumping up, pulling, licking, running away, inappropriate urination, separation anxiety, hyperactivity, reactivity to cats, vehicles/machinery etc.) 
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What does he/she do, and when? (please be as clear as possible about circumstances under which your dog exhibits the behavior)
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What have you done, if anything, to change the behavior? Has it helped?
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Are you usually comfortable about handling your dog in all circumstances? (please clarify)
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How does your dog usually respond people he/she doesn't know?
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How does your dog usually respond to dogs he/she doesn't know?
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What kind of training has your dog had? Did you do the training or did someone else?
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Health:

Please describe your dog's health and any health concerns you may have: (e.g. aging, arthritis (where?), car sickness, dysplasia, stress, allergies (symptoms?), disease, injury or surgery (when and what?))
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Please list vaccination history, if applicable (can be important in understanding some health or behavioral changes)
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Is your dog currently under the care of a veterinarian? What for? Is he/she on any medication?
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Other comments:

What are your goals for bringing your dog to this training?
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Please include anything else you’d like us to know about your dog:
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Signature:

(Owner)_____________________________________________________________

We would greatly appreciate it if you would keep us updated on the progress you have with your dog. Would you be willing to call the TTEAM office or to send in an updated case history every three months or may we call you for an update?

Thank you for participating in this workshop!