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Introducing Leanne Hoogwerf, founder and head trainer at Super Canine.
From a young age, Leanne has harboured a lifelong passion for dogs. This passion has driven her to pursue her dreams and become a certified professional in canine training and behaviour.
Leanne’s dedication to the well-being of animals extends beyond training. As a qualified veterinary nurse, she possesses the skills and knowledge to provide comprehensive care and support to all dogs in need. Her background as a registered nurse further enhances her understanding of health and welfare, particularly in relation to physical disabilities and psychiatric conditions of the clients she works with.
Ash’s professional background spans over 20 years in the Royal Australian Navy. During his service, he developed a profound understanding of the needs of veterans, particularly those dealing with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Through his experiences, Ash has witnessed firsthand the transformative power that dogs can have in supporting individuals with PTSD and other challenges.
As an excellent and experienced canine handler, Ash has developed a special bond with dogs. He understands their behaviour, needs, and the incredible impact they can have on mental and emotional well-being. His expertise as a handler allows him to effectively communicate and connect with canines, creating a strong foundation for becoming Super Canine trainer and support.
An assistance dog attracts attention to both you and your dog whether you like it or not. Other people and children will want to talk to you and touch your dog. Even though your dog will wear a vest with ‘Do not touch’ badges, other people just don’t read or care. This can be very frustrating and annoying. You will need to practice an appropriate phrase you can verbally deliver to the public and the responses to the various questions the public will ask about you and your dog.
GHAD stands for Guide Hearing and Assistance Dogs.
The Public Access Test (PAT) establishes a minimum standard for guide, hearing and assistance dogs to be certified under the Guide, Hearing and Assistance Dogs Act 2009 (the Act).
You must use an approved trainer or training institution to work with you to train your guide, hearing or assistance dog, take you and the dog through the PAT, and certify your dog.
Learn more about Understanding Dogs and the Training Process here
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What is the difference between a well trained dog and an assistance dog? What does GHAD training mean for you and your dog?
Thinking of beginning your assistance dog training journey? Find the answers to all of your Super Canine FAQs. Get the right information about whether you and your dog are suitable for our courses, what a GHAD trained dog can do and not to and other GHAD Training FAQs.
Contact Super Canine for information on training hours, dog breeds, support throughout the training process and pricing packages.
Super Canine support and assist
clients to raise and train their
own dogs as assistance dogs.