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Published 9/16/25 4:40PM

Pet Therapy Volunteers Needed!

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Dallas, TX
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    We work with your schedule!
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Animals, Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement, Veterans
    Good For:
    Public Groups
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Background Check, TB Screening, Training, and Orientation

    Description

    Bring comfort, joy, and unconditional love to patients and families through the healing presence of your certified therapy animal. Hospice patients often find peace and happiness in the companionship of animals, and your visits can brighten their day in a truly meaningful way.

    What You'll Do:

    • Visit patients in their homes or facilities with your therapy animal
    • Provide comfort, companionship, and emotional support
    • Create moments of joy and connection through animal interaction
    • Support families by offering a calming and uplifting presence

    What We're Looking For:

    • Volunteers with a certified therapy dog (or other approved therapy animal)
    • Compassionate, dependable individuals with good communication skills
    • Willingness to complete hospice volunteer training and background screening
    • Comfort with visiting patients in various care settings

    Time Commitment: Flexible with your schedule!

    Why Volunteer with Us:

    • Share the unique bond of your therapy animal to bring joy and comfort
    • Be part of a caring and supportive hospice team
    • Make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and families

    Interested? Please contact our Regional Volunteer Coordinator, Mackensie Moore, to learn more on how you and your furry friend can join our hospice volunteer team. Email: mackensie.moore@bristolhospice.com

    Location

    On-site
    Dallas, TX, USA
    Directions

    We are looking for pet therapy volunteers to cover our North, Central, and West Dallas territories and surrounding areas.

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