Puppy Classes
How many classes are in the puppy class series?
3 (beginner, intermediate, advanced)
How do you become a puppy sitter?
Take the puppy handling classes!
What is the first step you must complete to become a puppy raiser?
Become a certified puppy sitter.
What national organization does CU Collar Scholars work with?
Canine Companions
Can you puppy sit in the dorms?
Yes!
How many puppy class series are there going to be this semester?
1 (If you don’t get in this time - try again in the spring!)
How often do puppy sitters have to recertify?
Once per year.
How long does a puppy raiser keep their puppy (on average, ± 1 month)?
16 months (from 8 weeks old to ~18 months old)
How much are our fully trained service dogs worth?
$50,000
Name 3 items we currently have in the puppy raiser pantry.
Kennels, toys, treats, dog food, grooming supplies, dog coats, collars, leashes, gentle leaders, bowls, etc.
What happens if you get 3 strikes?
You are permanently disqualified from becoming a puppy sitter or raiser.
What percent attendance do you have to maintain to stay a puppy sitter?
50%
How many applications are required to become a puppy raiser?
2
Name one of the puppies we have on campus!
Koa, Adele, Danae
How many cues do puppy raisers teach their puppies?
30! (We will go over them all in a future meeting)
How far in advance do you have to notify exec of a puppy class absence?
1 hour
Who gets the final say in which sitter watches a dog?
The puppy raiser.
Where should a raiser go if they need to borrow supplies for their dog?
The puppy raiser pantry!
Name any exec member (first name is fine).
America, Emma, Katelyn, Kylie, Madeline, Ellie, Riley, Amelia
When are our general meetings?
1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month (6:30-7:30 PM)
What day of the week are puppy classes held?
Sunday
What 2 quizzes/tests do you have to pass to become a puppy sitter?
The puppy safety quiz and the puppy handling test.
How many professional puppy classes do raisers have to attend each month?
2
Name 2 different types of working dogs Canine Companions trains.
Service dog, skilled companion, service dog for PTSD, hearing dog, facility dog
When are merch design submissions due?
October 2 (11:59 PM)