Many volunteers bring their own approved dog to P-AT visits. These dog provide an extra dimension of happiness to residents who look forward to seeing them on a monthly basis.
To become a Pet-Assisted Therapy dog, the dog must first take and pass the Canine Good Citizen Class (CGC).
Once your dog has passed the CGC class, there are seven additional steps that need to be taken before becoming certified as a P-AT dog.
For more information about making your dog a therapy dog, click on the links below.
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