There’s something special about your animal, whether it’s a dog, cat, or something else, and you want to share their love with the people in your community who need it most. Find out how to become a volunteer for the Pet Partners therapy animal team program today. Dedicated to bringing comfort and joy to individuals through our pets as therapy charity. Therapy animal teams, sometimes referred to as pet therapy teams, provide comfort to people in need through the human-animal bond.
We provide support and resources for you and your pet to thrive as a registered Pet Partners animal therapy volunteer.
Therapy dogs and other therapy animals bring comfort and joy in schools, workplaces, hospitals, or any facility they visit. For youth and seniors, those who are sick and those who are well, and even those recovering from a crisis event, therapy animals have been proven to help. Pet therapy for seniors especially, can significantly enhance emotional well-being, and positively contribute to their social and cognitive health. Other areas with proven benefits are therapy dogs for the workplace. This can greatly boost morale, decrease stress levels, and enhance overall employee satisfaction and productivity.
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