OK9 Module 4: Fitting and Using Equipment

Beagle-type dog running outside with ball in its mouth, wearing a yellow and black DT harness.

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

  1. 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. 

If you liked this page, tell the world!