Pet Partner Evaluations
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Join us for a Mock Evaluation Observation
Are you wondering what happens during a Pet Partner Evaluation? We are holding a mock evaluation where you get to practice, observe, and ask questions before your test. The Pet Partners evaluation is supposed to simulate real-life therapy visits. The goal is to see how you and your pet work together in a variety of situations. Evaluators don’t just evaluate your animal—they’re also checking how you handle them. Being calm, clear, and supportive is just as important as your animal’s manners! Interested handlers can come and observe on Friday, June 12 at 6:00 PM. Windsor Hills United Methodist Church 3591 Windsor Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24018 Contact Karen Black, TheraPets Training Coordinator for any questions [email protected] Pet Partner Program Evaluation
“Improving human health through service and therapy animals.” The Pet Partners program was established in 1990, and it is the only national registry that requires volunteer training and screening of animal-handler teams. The necessary training and screening ensure that both people and animals are prepared to participate in animal-assisted activity and animal-assisted therapy programs The Pet Partners program trains and screens volunteers and their pets for visiting animal programs in hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, schools and other facilities. Pet Partners requires the evaluation to become a newly registered Therapy Dog Team or to renew your existing registration, which expires every two years. Pet Partners’ national network links volunteers with facilities in their communities that request visiting pets and helps Pet Partners contact facilities to begin visits in new locations. See www.petpartners.org for more information. Are you interested in volunteering? Want more information? Contact us today! We conduct Pet Partner evaluations at Cave Spring United Methodist Church in Roanoke, VA. See the calendar page for evaluation dates. If you are an existing registered Pet Partners team, please check the expiration date on your badge to see when you need to test again and start your registration three months before your expiration date. Per Pet Partners policy, the evaluation slots fill on a first come, first served basis. To sign up for the evaluation event, please follow the instructions below: 1. Log in to the Pet Partners website using your email address and password: https://petpartners2.my.site.com/TAP/s/. 2. Click on the “My Registrations” option. 3. Choose to start a new application or resume your renewal application. 4. Click on the “Team Evaluation” option. 5. Click the “Schedule an Evaluation” button. The link will take you to the Training Center. 6. Select “Sign Up.” 7. Choose the “Handler” option. 8. Select “Evaluations.” 9. Click “By Location.” 10. Scroll down to your preferred location. 11. Click the tiny arrow next to “Available Classes.” 12. Choose your preferred date and click “Register.” 13. Review the details for the event and click “Register.” 14. Click the “Check-Out” button in your cart and await confirmation that you have successfully signed up. Please note that existing and new teams must complete an online handlers course and bring a copy of the Completion Certificate to their evaluation. If you require assistance signing up for the evaluation or handlers course, please contact Pet Partners directly. TheraPets does not have access to the Pet Partners system. Sincerely, Paul Henegar Therapets of the Roanoke Valley Evaluation Coordinator / Board Member. [email protected] 540-793-2751 |
