Our Species are Diverse, Our Volunteers Should be Also

At Pet Partners, our volunteers serve diverse populations of people with any of the nine species of animals we register. We are committed to creating a volunteer force that is more representative of the populations we serve. We welcome unique perspectives and experiences in terms of national origin, culture, socioeconomic background, ethnicity, race, color, sex, gender identity and expression, education, age, languages spoken, veteran status, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs, which help us strengthen our impact.

Want to bring joy and improve lives in your community, all while spending time with your pet? If the answer is yes, then we’re here to get you started and support you along the way!

One of the best things about Pet Partners is that while dogs make up 94% of the teams in our Therapy Animal Program, we also welcome friendly, well-behaved cats, horses, birds, pigs, llamas & alpacas, rabbits, rats, and guinea pigs.

First Steps of Therapy Animal Team Registration

Learn the benefits of registering with Pet Partners:

Industry-leading handler training to help you make safe, effective visits with your pet.

Comprehensive liability insurance coverage while you and your pet are on visits.
Tools for finding volunteer opportunities.
Access to Pet Partners’ online courses for free or at discounted prices.
An ID badge picturing you and your pet.
Support from our Therapy Animal Program staff to help you every step of the way.

Find out if you and your pet are ready to volunteer:

Review the Pet Partners’ Program Requirements and Policies and Procedures.

Attend a “Volunteering with Your Pet” webinar to learn more from a current volunteer.
Learn more about the fees associated with registering with our Therapy Animal Program.
Take this short, fun quiz and find out if you and your pet might make a great Pet Partners Therapy Animal team!
Looking for a new therapy animal organization? Pet Partners accepts transfers of teams from other organizations, with customized solutions that honor your previous experience and allow you to continue the volunteering you love. Contact us to learn more.

Animal Therapy jobs

Animal Therapy Volunteer