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Volunteer with The Good Dog FoundationWhy Become a Good Dog Team?The Good Dog Foundation (Good Dog) is a nonprofit organization that relies heavily on the kindness and generosity of our volunteers (both human and canine) to provide animal-assisted therapy to those in need. The gift of healing and wellness is a precious one, and our teams are trained to help provide that gift. We have seen our teams make radical differences in the lives of those we help. Consequently, our teams gain landmark experiences that impact their own lives in rewarding and lasting ways. To see what we offer our teams, read about The Good Dog Difference. How to Become a Good Dog Team
To become a Good Dog team, a dog and handler pair must first have interest in the world of animal-assisted therapy and making a difference in the lives of those in need. The dog must be at least three months old to begin Therapy I, and the handler needs only to have a desire and availability for volunteering with one or more of our facilities or programs. To become certified as a Good Dog team, the dog must first undergo a pre-screening, so that our trainer can make sure he/she is suitable for classes. To schedule a pre-screening, please refer to the form below. After pre-screening, your team enrolls in classes. For more on becoming a Good Dog team, click here. ClassesThe therapy certification class consists of an eleven-session program split into two classes:Therapy I and Therapy II. In limited circumstances, dogs may be able to go directly into Therapy II classes. Using positive reinforcement only, our expert, highly-skilled trainers work with dogs and handlers to operate successfully as an animal-assisted therapy team. A class participation fee covers all expenses involved in becoming a Good Dog team. After you and your dog are certified, our staff and trainers will assist you in coordinating visits to the more than 290 facilities we serve. You will be covered by insurance on all official Good Dog visits. Where We VisitGood Dog Teams serve patients and clients at over 290 facilities. If you are ready to start sharing the healing power of your dog, click here for the pre-screen form. |
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