Pet Therapy Volunteer (visit patients with your dog)

1. Get certified through: Alliance of Therapy Dogs - A National Pet Therapy Dogs Organization.
   1. You'll have 3 local observations to ensure your dog knows very basic commands, is friendly, and can remain calm in a chaotic environment.
2. After you are certified, Complete the online orientation.
   1. Scroll down to the Volunteer Orientation section
   2. In the Categories menu, click on the Pet Therapy link.
   3. Click on the Pet Therapy Orientation link.
   4. You’ll see pop-up box asking for a Promotion Code. Enter: PET2020 and click the Apply button.
   5. Click the Buy button and register for an account by entering a username and password of your choice.
3. Complete the Application and provide required documentation by clicking here.
4. Look for an auto-generated email with instructions for scheduling your interview at the location where you want to volunteer.

After a successful interview, you will be asked to complete any further items needed prior to getting started, such as completing a background check, submitting immunization records, your pet’s shot records, etc.

For questions, call (407) 543-4047 or email our department at CFD-S.Volunteer.Services@AdventHealth.com.