OK9 Module 4: Fitting and Using Equipment
Introduction and Preparation
Welcome to your fourth training module for OK9 Wellbeing and Trauma Dog Handlers. Please make sure you have completed the first 3 modules before beginning the module. 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.
The fourth module, titled “Fitting and Using Equipment” will focus on how to choose appropriate equipment for your OK9 Wellbeing and Trauma Dog and how to introduce new equipment to them.
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 activities throughout the video to complete. These activities will be linked below should you wish to visit them directly.
Learning Objectives
- Identify appropriate training and handling equipment and how to fit it safely and comfortably.
OK9 Module 4: Fitting and using equipment
Additional Resources
Here are the additional resources that you may find useful to reflect upon after the module.
How to introduce a marker to your dog training
How to stop your dog pulling on the lead
How to train your dog to wear a harness
How to train your dog to wear a muzzle
Once you have finished please continue onto the next training module.