Pet Therapy Volunteer Expectations
All volunteer applicants must:
- Be 18 years of age or older
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Have their dog registered with one of the following organizations and maintain their registration yearly
- Alliance of Therapy Dogs: www.therapydogs.com
- Pet Partners: www.petpartners.org
- Commit to volunteering for at least 6 months of service with 2 or more shifts per month
- Complete a medical screening
- Successfully pass a background screening
- Attend an interview, tour and additional trainings as needed