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Therapy Dogs Australia PodcastAuthor: Samantha King
For anyone working or interested in animal-assisted services, particularly with therapy dogs, this is the podcast for you!Samantha King is a Psychologist, accredited dog trainer and industry expert in the field of Animal Assisted Therapy with over 10 years of experience. Sam and co-host Max (Therapy Dogs Australia head of creativity) chat amongst themselves and to guests to highlight some of the challenges and golden moments experienced by those working in the industry. Our goal is to provide a free resource for professional development and our input on the professional standards related to involving animals in therapy and educational settings. Language: en Genres: Business, Careers, Science, Social Sciences Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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S5:E5 Safety, Standards & Speaking Up With Therapy Dogs (Guest: Christine Waters)
Episode 5
Tuesday, 24 March, 2026
S5:E5 Safety, Standards & Speaking Up With Therapy Dogs (Guest: Christine Waters)In this episode, we’re joined by Christine Waters, a primary school chaplain and therapy dog handler, who shares her experience navigating a challenging situation involving another therapy dog in a school setting.Christine reflects on observing concerning behaviour, the steps taken to address risk, and the importance of accountability, training, and clear processes when issues arise. The conversation highlights the real-world complexities of working in shared environments, and the responsibility handlers carry to ensure safety for everyone involved.An honest and important discussion about maintaining standards, advocating for best practice, and protecting the integrity of therapy dog programs.Please remember to subscribe, follow and like this podcast if you enjoy it, a good review will help us a lot too. You can keep up with Christine and Benny on Instagram: @bennytheteddy__Request A Topic Or Join Us On The Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast Here: https://form.jotform.com/253357419361056SUBSCRIBE! Interested in Animal-Assisted Therapy / Animal-Assisted Services and studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website www.therapydog.com.au for more information or get in touch with us today by emailing info@therapydog.com.au and one of the Therapy Dogs Australia team will be there to help! Raise your future therapy dog with us! Join our Juniors Mentoring program (puppy & adolescent programs available) and set you and your dog up for success by training the right foundations early, more info here: https://therapydog.com.au/juniors-mentoring-program Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_dogs_australia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapydogsaus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TherapyDogsAustralia/featured LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/therapy-dogs-australia/ #therapydog #therapydogsaustralia #animalassistedtherapy #animalassistedservices Music License: 3ZAXXINIAOK5BJ8K
