Basic Requirements For Potential Dr. Dogs

Dr. Kylie on graduation day with her red bandana.

• Dogs must be at least two years old and healthy,
• Both male and female dogs must be de-sexed,
• All vacinations must be uo to date and proof of vaccination provided for our records. (Photocopies of vaccination records are acceptable),
• Dogs must be suitable temperament and have a calm, friendly nature,
• Dogs must display basic obedience skills,
• Dogs must have lived with the handler for at least 6 months prior to examination,
• Dogs must be clean and presentable at all times,
• Dogs should not routinely be dressed up in costumes,
• Dogs should receives regular annual veterinary checks ups, even if they are healthy and have no obvious medical problems,
• Fighting dogs including Pit Bull Terriers, Dogo Argentino, Perro de Presa Canarios, Fila Braziliero, Japanese Tosa, Akitas or crosses involving these types will not be selected. Wolf-hybrids will also not be selected.
• Under the requirements of the Dangerous Dogs legislation in Hong Kong, all dogs over 20 kilos must be leashed in a public place.