Does a person need special qualifications to be a puppy raiser?
Anyone, whether an individual or a family, who is willing to commit their time and effort to training and working with the pup/dog for the 16 to 22 months can be a puppy raiser. Puppy raisers need not be experienced dog trainers. The Shenandoah Region staff and fellow puppy raisers provide training, mentor support, and guidance. In addition, classes, evaluation meetings, and resource materials (the puppy manual and training videos) help develop a raiser’s skill and confidence.
