Therapy dogs, along with their handler, are volunteers in clinical or educational settings.
They provide comfort, affection, and love.
It’s often said that, “Therapy dogs are born, not made.” That’s because being a therapy dog is more than just being an obedient dog. It requires a specific temperament.
They need to be comfortable and calm with a variety of people, situations, and environments.
Think of it this way: Someone can be a straight A student, but not necessarily be comfortable or kind in different situations.
While we come alongside to teach owners and dogs the requirements to pass the therapy dog test, we partner with The Alliance of Therapy Dogs for the dog’s final test and placement into clinical settings.
FYI: Handlers are required to have a background check before their dog’s testing date is set with the Alliance of Therapy Dogs.
