Pet Therapy

• 35 caring volunteers
• Pet Therapy Program is partnering with Therapy Dogs International, Rehab Services, Patient Care Services, and Volunteer Services
• Volunteers and certified therapy dogs visit patients, visitors and staff on the units and in waiting areas
• You and your dog must be certified before beginning the program

Pet Therapy Program

Therapy Dogs that visit patients: Dogs must meet criteria for an acute care hospital setting (e.g., be calm, not lick or nip, etc.) You and your dog must be certified by Therapy Dogs International (TDI) via Southern California Therapy Dogs International before beginning the program. Information on certification and Therapy Dogs of Southern California is available at therapydogsofsocal.org. After your dog is certified, please contact the Auxiliary/Volunteer Office at 949/764-8264.