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Published 7/14/25 8:00PM

Calling all Dogs (and owners) for Hospice Pet Therapy!

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Springfield, OH
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Animals, Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Proof of Covid Vaccination (or medical/religious exemption forms), proof of pet therapy dog certification.

    Description

    Calling all Dogs (and owners) for Hospice Pet Therapy!

    The comfort of a dog's wagging tail is the best medicine for patients with Alzheimer's and dementia related illnesses. Looking for four legged volunteers to make friendly pet therapy visits with our Sanctuary Hospice patients in the Cincinnati and Dayton region.

    Humans required to complete volunteer application, background check, TB and training-provided FREE of charge. Canines required to provide dog's license, shot records and Pet Partners or TDI certification.

    MUST be certified as a Pet Therapy dog!

    Contact Maggie Penick, Volunteer Coordinator for details MaggiePenick@SanctuaryHospiceOH.com.

    Location

    On-site
    Springfield, Ohio, US

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