Therapy Dog Program
Boosting Spirits in Canadian Communities for Over 20 Years
[St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program Video] About the Program
Therapy Dogs are St. John Ambulance certified to visit people who will benefit from regular contact with a dog.
The St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Visitation Program builds on our proud tradition of community service by bringing the benefits of a dog’s companionship and comfort to those who are hospitalized, residing in long term care, or simply students in need of a distraction during stressful exam times.
The St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program has been providing joy and comfort to those in need of a friendly visit for years. The program originally began in June of 1992 in Peterborough, Ontario. …show more content…
A dog can also offer unconditional affection and give comfort that no words can offer. Many dogs instinctively understand when someone needs comfort.
Whether improving children’s reading skills through the Paws 4 Stories program, helping anxious college students unwind during exams, or visiting patients in senior facilities, the Therapy Dog teams are on-hand to bring warmth and comfort where it is needed most.
Please note: St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program is a volunteer-based program for dog owners who would like to make a difference in the community by offering comfort, companionship, and distraction for those in need.
The program does not assist individuals in training or certifying their personal pets to act as Guide, Assistance or Service Dogs for themselves or family members.
Under current legislation, SJA Therapy Dogs have no special privileges that would allow access over and above any other pet dogs. For more information on service dogs in B.C., please see the Government of B.C. Guide Animal Service Certification
Boosting Spirits in Canadian Communities for Over 20 Years
[St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program Video] About the Program
Therapy Dogs are St. John Ambulance certified to visit people who will benefit from regular contact with a dog.
The St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Visitation Program builds on our proud tradition of community service by bringing the benefits of a dog’s companionship and comfort to those who are hospitalized, residing in long term care, or simply students in need of a distraction during stressful exam times.
The St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program has been providing joy and comfort to those in need of a friendly visit for years. The program originally began in June of 1992 in Peterborough, Ontario. …show more content…
A dog can also offer unconditional affection and give comfort that no words can offer. Many dogs instinctively understand when someone needs comfort.
Whether improving children’s reading skills through the Paws 4 Stories program, helping anxious college students unwind during exams, or visiting patients in senior facilities, the Therapy Dog teams are on-hand to bring warmth and comfort where it is needed most.
Please note: St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program is a volunteer-based program for dog owners who would like to make a difference in the community by offering comfort, companionship, and distraction for those in need.
The program does not assist individuals in training or certifying their personal pets to act as Guide, Assistance or Service Dogs for themselves or family members.
Under current legislation, SJA Therapy Dogs have no special privileges that would allow access over and above any other pet dogs. For more information on service dogs in B.C., please see the Government of B.C. Guide Animal Service Certification