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Be Doggone Smart at Work Program

Occupational dog bite prevention and dog safety

The Be Doggone Smart at Work program is an occupational dog bite prevention and dog safety seminar for service providers and workers who may encounter dogs on the job. The purpose of this program is to provide workers with the tools they need to prevent dog bites on the job.

This program focuses on prevention and not on defense. It is not possible nor advisable to teachdelivery_guy.jpg people to fight a dog off or to use defensive weapons such as mace or other devices. These do not work and are likely to provoke an adverse reaction from the dog. The Doggone Safe program teaches people to read dog body language, assess the risks of a situation in a logical manner and to act appropriately to prevent interactions with dogs on the job. We provide education not entertainment (although the program is fun and engaging, with lots of video and an interactive risk assessment segment).

When you choose the Be Doggone Smart at Work program you are not getting advice from just one person. You are getting the collective wisdom and experience of the Doggone Safe management team, its consultants and experienced, trained presenters. Doggone Safe is an internationally recognized leader in dog bite prevention through education.

Course Content

The topics covered in the seminar are:
  • Why do dogs bite?
  • Interpreting dog body language
  • Bite risk assessment
  • Course of action
  • The role of fear
Click on the links below for more detailed information about the course content:
Detailed agenda

One page program profile
PDF demo with working video links (must be connected to the internet)

Information package with testimonials, articles and other information about the course

Course Structure

This course is available as a presenter-led seminar (2-2.5 hours) and as an online course for self-study. The PDF demo described above is taken from the online course.

The online course has explanatory narration on every slide (not included in the demo) and includes a full set of course notes. Click here to enroll in the online course.

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The on-line course is $50 per person. Various pricing options are available depending on the size of your group, the length of time students need to be enrolled in the course and how you want to to pay. The per person charge can be much lower depending on your needs and the size of your group. Ask for a customized quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please visit our FAQ page for more details about the online course, payment terms, presenter qualifications and program customization.

FAQ page for the online course.


Testimonials

Workers who have attended a Doggone Safe presentation have generally given a ranking of 4 or 5 on a scale of 1-5 for learning, enjoyment and whether they would recommend it to others. Here
are some comments from attendees:

“Great program and very well presented”. Meter Reader

“I highly recommend this. Well done !!” Power Worker

“Dog body language is very helpful and interesting”. Meter Reader

“A++, a great course for everybody”. Cable Installer

“Very good risk assessments done during videos”. Meter Reader

“Very informative and enjoyable presentation. Thank you”. Meter Reader

“Educational, great seminar”. Cable Installer

“Great! Thank you”. Cable Installer

“Very informative program”. Cable Installer

“Good Job – very informative”. Power Worker

“I really enjoyed the presentation!! Very good information!! Oh My God!!” Power Worker

“Very interesting, will really help me to read how dogs are reacting”. Power Worker

“Very good information. Will make you stop and think about dogs in the work area. Never really
thought about dogs when approaching work, unless challenged by dogs”. Power Worker


Who Can Benefit

Anyone who may encounter dogs on the job will benefit from the information presented in the Be Doggone Smart at Work program. Examples of service providers and workers who may benefit from dog bite prevention education include:

  • Power workers
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  • Phone workers
  • Utility workers
  • Police services
  • Fire services
  • EMS workers
  • Environmental control officers
  • Home inspectors
  • Building inspectors
  • Bylaw officers
  • Real estate agents
  • Insurance agents
  • Landscapers, home maintenance
  • Social services providers
  • Visiting nurses/home care providers
  • Courier/delivery companies
  • Politicians
  • Personal financial consultants
  • Any worker who must visit people's homes


How to Become a Presenter

To become a presenter you must be a Doggone Safe member in good standing, have at least 5 years experience with dog training/behavior consulting, be committed to positive reinforcement-based training, be committed to dog bite prevention through education, have public speaking experience and agree to the terms of the license agreement.

The full list of presenter qualifications is available at the Customer FAQ page. View the following documents for information on the application process:
Download the Application Checklist

Download the license agreement

Download the presenter information sheet

Download application form


If you feel that you qualify, please join Doggone Safe and visit the member page for more information. Applications are accepted only from Doggone Safe members. Your membership in Doggone Safe demonstrates your commitment to dog bite prevention through education.

If you are already a Doggone Safe member, please visit the Be Doggone Smart at Work information page for members.

 
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