A NYC-based nonprofit recently expanded to the Hudson County area, meaning Hoboken and Jersey City pups can now apply to be a therapy dog for the organization. The Good Dog Foundation trains and certifies therapy dogs who then visit people in hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and more. The next round of therapy dog evaluations will take place in Jersey City on May 18th, with official classes starting in early June. Read on for more about The Good Dog Foundation’s expansion to Hoboken and Jersey City, and how owners can get their pups involved with the organization.
How Can My Dog Become a Therapy Dog?
If you think your dog would be a good fit as a therapy dog, this organization is for you. The Good Dog Foundation recently expanded its services to the Hoboken and Jersey City area, and will be evaluating pups for its therapy dog program this weekend.
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The organization shared with The Hoboken Girl that evaluations will take place on Sunday, May 18th in Jersey City. The nonprofit is looking for dogs who are over a year old, and meet the following qualifications:
- Walks politely + can sit/down/stay/leave it on cue
- Keeps four feet on the floor when greeting
- Likes or tolerates the presence of dogs
- Loves meeting new people
Owners must also demonstrate control over their dog at all times. If your dog is selected for the program, therapy dog classes will take place starting on Sunday, June 1st.
So, how can owners apply for the program? First, you’ll have to complete an online application here. The application will be reviewed by a Good Dog trainer, and if accepted, you and your dog will be invited for an in-person evaluation. During the evaluation, the trainer will observe your dog’s obedience skills, temperament, sociability with humans and other dogs, as well as its relationship with you, per the website. After the evaluation, the trainer will determine if you and your dog are appropriate candidates for the Therapy Skills course.
The Therapy Skills course is a series of four weekly 90-minute in-person classes that lets the trainers observe your dog over time, assess skill retention, and provide correctives. The fee for the course is $280.
After the training is complete, the next step is to have a veterinarian “clear” your dog for therapy work, as well as a shadow visit — accompanied by a Good Dog trainer or staff member who is there to support you and assess your skills. “The goal is to ensure you and your dog are comfortable and ready to operate on your own in a therapy environment,” the website says.
If the shadow visit is successful, your dog can officially become a certified therapy dog. Owners will be mailed a Certification Packet with credentials enabling you and your dog to volunteer at Good Dog Partner Facilities. Dogs can volunteer with you as the handler for one hour per day (to protect them from fatigue and stress in challenging environments).
More information about the therapy dog process can be found on the website here. The post will be updated with any further comments about the Jersey City evaluations.
About The Good Dog Foundation
The Good Dog Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that trains, certifies, and deploys volunteers and their dogs to help people in hospitals, schools, nursing homes and other facilities. The website states that the organization “harnesses the dog human bond to ease human suffering and support learning with Animal Assisted Intervention.” The Good Dog Foundation also selects volunteers and dogs that can learn to assist in national disasters and crisis situations.
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One thing is for sure: Hoboken locals love trying the latest beauty treatments. Med Spas have certainly made their mark in the Mile Square over the last few years, including one local favorite, Hello Hydration. For those who have yet to experience the magic of Hello Hydration, now is your chance. Later this month, Hello Hydration is teaming up with fitness studio Local Barre for a night full of mingling, consultations, and even some exclusive, discounted treatments. Read on to learn more about Hello Hydration’s in-person event happening in Hoboken on April 22nd at Local Barre.
About Hello Hydration
Founders Dr. Tameem Murtuza and Lorin Andalora welcomed Hello Hydration to New Jersey back in 2021. Since then, the Med Spa has expanded its Garden State footprint, with locations in Paramus, Parsippany, and Hoboken.
Hello Hydration’s Med Spa experience provides expert beauty and wellness treatments that help clients rejuvenate inside and out. The highly skilled professionals handle cutting-edge, personalized treatments in several categories, from neurotoxins, filler, threads, VI peels, and facials to IV drips, wellness injections, and more.
The team believes that achieving the best version of yourself is something that should come without drastic changes, pain, or discomfort. Hello Hydration focuses on high-end customized care in a welcoming environment for all — the reviews speak for themselves. Locals love the Med Spa’s expert care and exclusive specials such as Tox Tuesdays for $10/unit specials or a $9/unit option if you’re coming with a friend. And speaking of coming with a friend, don’t miss Hello Hydration’s in-person event coming up on April 22nd.
Hello Hydration x Local Barre
Join Hello Hydration and Local Barre on Tuesday, April 22nd, at 720 Monroe Street C300 in Hoboken from 5PM-8PM for a one-of-a-kind in-person collaboration.
The two Hoboken businesses are joining forces to bring locals a night of complimentary consultations, full-face assessments, mingling, and raffles. Hello Hydration will also be performing treatments IRL, such as tox for $10/unit, brow lifts and lift flips for $100, vitamin B12 injections for $20, vitamin D injections for $42.50, MICC injections for $30, and IV treatments for $150. Plus, attendees can claim an additional 15% off all treatments and services at Hello Hydration when booked within two weeks of the event.
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Hello Hydration has three locations in New Jersey, located at 56 Newark Street #2, Hoboken; 1 Garden State Plaza Blvd, Paramus; and 1116 US-46, Parsippany. For additional questions, contact [email protected] or call 551-465-7083.
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