real world training

Train with us, with or without a canine partner, to develop the skills and gain the real world experience that make a difference for someone in crisis. 

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$60

Prerequisite

  • How to work in crisis environments
  • How to understand your canine partner
  • How to help someone in crisis
  • How to know if crisis response is right for you
  • Prerequisite for acceptance in Canis Minor Mentorship
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Canis Minor

$500

6 Month Mentorship

  • Specific focus on the real world challenges responders face
  • Real world practicums in our local communities
  • Live virtual classrooms moderated by experienced responders and subject matter experts
  • Prerequisite for acceptance in the Competency Evaluation
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Canine First Aid

$74

Certificate Course

  • Canine First Aid + CPR
  • 5-hour hands-on interactive training
  • Prepare for real world canine emergencies on scene and at home
  • Certified Canine First Aid + CPR instructors
  • 2 year certificate is issued
  • Prerequisite for acceptance in the Competency Evaluation
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Competency Evaluation

$250

2 DAY / 48 HOURS

  • For Canis Minor team support personnel, and crisis response canine teams seeking certification
  • Intense 2 day / 48 hour competency trial
  • Demonstrate trauma-trained competency, safety, compassionate care, and effectiveness for all-hazards incidents
  • Complies with FEMA Incident Command System (ICS)
  • Offered twice a year in locations throughout the US
  • Prerequisite for Certification
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