OK9 Module 15: Enrichment use for AAA visits

Jack Russell Terrier cross dog, outside, engaging in enrichment with Kong.

Introduction and Preparation 

Welcome to your training module for OK9 Wellbeing and Trauma Dog Handlers. There is no need for any independent or specific preparatory learning before you begin this module, however, you may find the additional resources below useful to reflect upon after the module. 

This module titled “Enrichment use and selection for AAA visits” will focus on introducing enrichment and developing your knowledge on different types of enrichment activities. We will also explore how to plan enrichment into an AAA dog’s schedule.  

Before you begin this module, please read and remember the learning objectives for personal reflection.  

Please allow 30 minutes to complete this module, as there will be an activity in the video to complete. The activity will be linked below should you wish to visit it directly. 

Learning Objectives

  1. State the five main categories of enriching activities. 
     
  2. Select and implement enrichment (using the enrichment flow chart) suitable for OK9 visits. 

OK9 Module 15: Enrichment use and selection for AAA visits

Additional Resources

Here are the additional resources useful to reflect upon after the module.

Enrichment 

How to make a snuffle mat 

How to make a dig box and other indoor enrichment 

Summer snack recipes 

Once you have finished please continue onto the next training module. 

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Enrichment flowchart

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