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High
Desert Obedience Club's
"Pet
Pals" Program
Do You Have a Pet That Is:
Even-Tempered .. Tolerant ...
Well-Behaved
Interested in People ... Healthy
Current on All Vaccinations ...
Likes to be Touched
Gets Along with Other Pets
You May be Living With a Future
Therapy Dog!!
Therapy
Dogs Visit In:
Skilled Nursing Facilities
~ Acute Hospitals
Hospices ~ Retirement Homes ~ Psychiatric Facilities
Daycare Centers ~ Rehab Units ~ Homeless Shelters |
What Makes a Good
Therapy Dog
Many of the necessities are noted above. By all means, the dog must
be social and enjoy greeting and visiting people. They should also enjoy being petted and
touched. And, of course, they must be under the handler's control at all times. A basic
obedience class is a must. They must be able to function around other dogs.
Socialize, socialize!
Meet Some of Our
Therapy Dogs
Duncan | Frazier | Gypsy | Laddie |
Samson
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Getting Involved
There are several wonderful organizations you can register your
therapy dog with. It is important to register with an organization as they will provide
you with insurance coverage and help you get started. And, of course, they
are always there for support. All of the organizations below can help you get started in
the wonderful world of pet therapy.
Hidoc's "Pet Pal" Activities E-mail:
hidoc@hotmail.com
Delta Society
Therapy Dogs, Inc
Therapy Dogs Intern'l, 6 Hilltop Rd, Mendham, NJ 07945
Therapy Web Sites
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