Get Involved
If therapy dog work appeals to you please contact Therapy Dog Connection. We will answer any questions you might have and will introduce you to other people who can help you get started in the journey.
Before getting started though, ask yourself, “Is my dog well-suited for this type of volunteering?” All dog owners know that their dog is uniquely talented and special. However, if your dog is hard to control, has ever bitten, or sometimes growls at strangers, this is not the venue for your pet. Therapy Dogs must be predictable and always safe with all populations of people. This is a lot to ask of anyone! Please be honest with yourself when evaluating your dog. Your dog’s safety and the safety of others’ depends on it.
There are a few ways you can get involved with Therapy Dog Connection:
- Join Therapy Dog Connection to learn more about being a certified Therapy Dog and registering to visit local organizations
- Request Therapy Dog Connection visit your organization
Make Visits with your Dog
All dogs scheduled through Therapy Dog Connection meet the following conditions:
- Certified by a recognized National Therapy Dog Registrar
- Certified Canine Good Citizen
- Been with owner over 1 year
- Meet add'l requirements of organization being visited
Links
Northland Pet Lodge - training classes, boarding, pet care products and top quality foods
Brainerd Kennel Club – training classes
HART – Heartland Animal Rescue Team |
