Become part of a pet therapy community dedicated to transforming young lives!
We serve kids and teens who have experienced significant trauma or adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), so we’re very intentional about the human side of the leash.
We provide all our volunteers with comprehensive training, program curriculum, activity supplies and ongoing support.
All program volunteers must be over the age of 18 and able to obtain a DPS fingerprint clearance card.
Ready to join our pack?
Volunteer with Your Pet
Share the healing PAWSitivity of your pet!
We require all of our therapy pets to be registered with either Pet Partners or Alliance of Therapy Dogs, and we accept all breeds and species of therapy pets that meet this requirement.
I Already Have a Registered Therapy Pet
You’re Ahead of the Pack
If you and your pet are already registered with Pet Partners or Alliance of Therapy Dogs, you’re off to a great start! Just complete the volunteer application below, and we’ll contact you for an interview to help match you and your pet with the perfect program for you and your pet.
Next Steps to Volunteer with Your Pet:
I Want to Register and Volunteer with My Pet!
You’re in the Right Place
If you have a social pet who loves kids and teens, is confident around new people and places, and enjoys being the center of attention, you may be a perfect fit for our pack!
Next Steps to Volunteer with Your Pet:
Volunteer Without a Pet
You Don’t Need a Pet to Be a PAWSitive Role Model
If you have a heart for kids and teens working to learn coping skills for stress, develop core strengths like teamwork and kindness, and discover they have the resilience to thrive, then you’re in the right place!
We need your help to co-lead activities and discussions, creating smooth and impactful sessions in partnership with a handler and their registered therapy pet. You’ll be a vital member of our volunteer pack, helping create a safe space for youth who have experienced trauma.