Therapy Dogs Celebrating 30 Years of Sharing Smiles & Joy Nationwide
Caring People & Sweet Dogs
Sharing Our 4-Legged Friends to Spread Smiles & Joy for 30 Years
ATD provides testing, certification, registration, support, and insurance for members who volunteer with dogs to visit hospitals, special needs centers, schools, nursing homes, and other facilities. We’re a network of caring volunteers who are willing to share our special canines to bring smiles and joy to people, young and old alike.
Whether you and your dog are looking to become a certified therapy team or your facility would like to start a therapy dog program, Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD) is your #1 choice for pet therapy.
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The Latest Posts & News from Alliance of Therapy Dogs
Breaking Down The Emotional Connection Between Therapy Dogs and Their Handlers
Therapy dogs are often superheroes to those they visit. Through tactile interaction, kind eyes, and friendly presence, these amazing dogs [...]
Canine Body Language: What is your therapy dog saying to you?
The human end of the leash is just as important as the dog when it comes to therapy dog visits. [...]
ATD Insurance vs. Work Insurance: What is the difference and why does it matter?
Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD) is first and foremost a 501c3 nonprofit. We are an international registry of certified therapy dog teams. [...]