That's so nice to see many of you that want to do this. Izzy and I are just getting into this and was contacted by a member of Pet Partners and explained to me the process somewhat. Izzy already has attended puppy training classes (clicker training) and now we are in the midst of Part II puppy training. She already knows how to sit, stay, lay down, leave it, and working on come (she is somewhat good at this). The only thing stoping us now is that Izzy is not 1-year-old yet - she will be on 12/29, so I'm attending a testing certification on 9/29 to see how the animals are tested, then I'll sign up to attend classes and get the manuals. The nice lady from Pet Partners was so excited when I talked to her because they don't have a Yorkie in their program yet and are so hoping that Izzy and I get involved. Their next certfication is not until next March but she told me of another testing location that might be earlier so as soon as Izzy turns 1 - we'll be ready. Plus the hospital that we would go to is only 5 minutes from our home and part of the infamous Cleveland Clinic Foundation so we are truly excited and hope this all works out. Keep your fingers crossed for us.
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