Canine Connections at Echo Glen
We pair residents of Echo Glen (at risk youth) with unwanted dogs. We give them an opportunity to experience responsibility, patience and conflict resolution skills, promoting emotional development. Participants learn to utilize behavioral therapy methods and the use of positive reinforcements in shaping their dogs behavior. Prior to adoption, handler and dogs complete the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test. Dogs are typically maintained in the program for 45-90 days. After this intense interaction with the student trainer, the dogs are "paroled" to permanent adoptive homes.
