Certifying A Therapy Dog In Canada

Therapetic is based both in the canada and the united states so we ensure our canadian clients receive the best support and documents for travel and housing with an service or support animal.

Certifying a therapy dog in canada.

For personal therapy dog certification you must have a letter from your current mental health professional on letter head with date signature your name and why a therapy dog would benefit you. Mission vision values. Please read through all the material carefully before completing an application form so we can ensure you are matched to the best program for you. In canada service dogs and emotional support animals esa are defined differently than in the united states.

It is important to be sure your dog is adequately trained to qualify as a service animal. At the alliance of therapy dogs the process is as follows. Some dogs get formal training from training schools others are well trained at home by their handlers. Adopt a dog that has the appropriate demeanor and intelligence to serve as a therapy dog.

For the companion paws adoption program you are also required to submit a permission letter from your landlord that allows your dog if you do not own your own home. The lifeline canada offers three companion paws certification programs as well as visits with certified therapy dog teams. John s ambulance and pet partners formerly delta society both offer therapy dog programs as well as testing and certification. Air canada and westjet will allow you to board an airplane with an emotional support animal but you will have to provide a letter issued by a licensed doctor at therapetic at least 48 hours prior to your flight departure.

For the companion paws adoption program you are also required to submit a permission letter from your landlord that allows your dog if you do not own your own home. Some organizations may ask you to complete canine good neighbour training issued through the canadian kennel club to show that your dog has knowledge of basic obedience and manners. There are three basic steps involved in certifying a therapy dog. For personal therapy dog certification you must have a letter from your current mental health professional on letter head with date signature your name and why a therapy dog would benefit you.

Therapy dog program sponsored by subaru canada a uniquely canadian program request therapy dog services become a therapy dog volunteer donate to support more therapy dogs in canada about us. Dogs must be well mannered and under the control of their handlers at all times. Train the dog to provide comfort and support to others including in group settings at a variety of locations. Review the statements to the left.

Any mix or breed can be trained to provide comfort and affection to people in hospitals retirement homes schools mental health institutions airports and many other settings.