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.
Donate with confidence! The San Diego Humane Society and SPCA is a Charity Navigator rated organization. This rating and the Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics is a promise and assurance of the highest level of financial stewardship of your gift.
Gaines Campus: 5500 Gaines St., San Diego, CA 92110 | (619) 299-7012
North Campus: 2905 San Luis Rey Rd., Oceanside, CA 92058 | (760) 757-4357
