Free resources
Below are some resources for you to download and use.
Assistance Dog Legal & Application Document Templates
These document templates are offered at no cost to help you collect all the necessary information for your Assistive K9s application and the legal approval aspects of the assistance dog process.
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Clinician Information Sheet - To be presented alongside the others to your supporting medical professional.
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Prescribing an Assistance / Support Dog - one of two forms for your medical professional to fill out stating why they believe this is the right path for you.
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​Disability Confirmation Letter - the final form for your medical professional to fill out which provides legal approval for you to have an assistance dog
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​Veterinary Confirmation Letter - for your vet to complete stating that your dog is in good health, physically and mentally sound, and is physically suitable for a working role
Therapy Dog Application Document Templates
These document templates are offered at no cost to help you collect all the necessary information for your Assistive K9s application for the therapy dog training process.
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​Veterinary Confirmation Letter - for your vet to complete stating that your dog is in good health, physically and mentally sound, and is physically suitable for a working role
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​Workplace Intent & Approval Form - A letter from your dogs future working location/s stating the role expectancies and approval to have on site.
Assistance Dog Access Information for Venues and Staff
This document is here to help you feel confident and prepared when accessing public spaces with your assistance dog. It explains your legal rights under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (DDA) and outlines what venue staff can and can’t ask for as evidence. Whether you’re new to assistance dog access or want to refresh your knowledge, this resource will ensure you’re equipped to handle any situation with ease.
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Assistance / Therapy Course Breakdowns
A stage-by-stage breakdown of skills, milestones, and training focuses to help guide your dog's journey toward therapy or assistance work. These timelines offer an idea of a training structure while allowing flexibility based on your dog’s individual needs and development.
Handling Reactivity
A quick, practical resource with simple strategies to help manage and reduce your dog’s reactive behaviours on walks and in everyday life.