S5:E10 Choosing a Future Therapy Dog & Preparing for a Litter

S5:E10 Choosing a Future Therapy Dog & Preparing for a Litter In this TDA family chat episode, Sam, Max, and Amy introduce Norman, Amy’s new Australian Cobberdog puppy and future school therapy dog prospect. Amy shares her journey of finding the right breeder, what she looked for in a puppy, and the importance of ethical breeding, temperament, early socialisation, and strong foundations when raising a future therapy dog. The conversation explores breeder education, guardian programs, stay-and-train options, and the many factors that can influence a puppy’s development. The episode also includes an update on Sam’s dog Kiki as she prepares for her upcoming litter, offering a behind-the-scenes look at breeding, pregnancy, and puppy raising. A thoughtful and practical discussion for anyone considering a puppy, researching breeders, or hoping to raise a future therapy dog. Request A Topic Or Join Us On The Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast Here: https://form.jotform.com/253357419361056 SUBSCRIBE! 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](mailto: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: OD1SLXPUQ69BDLNO