Why did you want to bring therapy dogs into your facility? This training command is a service member's first stop after boot camp, so they are often missing home and working to adjust to this new lifestyle. With the high stress environment they are in, one of our goals is to provide our service members [...]
Ways Your Donation to ATD Can Make a Difference Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD) has been a charitable 501c3 organization since 1990. We are an international registry of certified therapy dog teams. ATD provides testing, certification, registration, support, and insurance for members who volunteer with their dogs in animal-assisted activities. Our objective is to form [...]
Fall is an enjoyable time; the weather cools off and everyone begins looking forward to the many holidays that occur in the last half of the year. Halloween is an especially enjoyable time with therapy dogs because many people love seeing dogs dressed up in cute bandanas and costumes. As volunteers, we should always make [...]
Benefits of Pet Therapy For Teens Growing up comes with a wide range of challenges and pet therapy for teens offers many benefits. The stress of academic performance, peer relationships, social media, physical appearance, and societal pressure can contribute to feelings of anxiety and depression. With these overwhelming pressures, teenagers may struggle to find coping [...]
Have you ever interacted with a therapy dog? If not, you're in for a surprise! These dogs provide more than just companionship – they also offer a range of health benefits. From reducing anxiety to helping with physical rehabilitation, it's clear that therapy dogs are a valuable resource. Keep reading to learn more about the [...]
For dog owners, grooming their dogs is usually a major concern. After all, you would always want your dog to have the best looks and good health right? One of the key aspects of grooming a dog is taking care of its coat. Regardless of the breed, your dog would need regular and proper care [...]
Owning a dog means undertaking many necessary tasks, including grooming them and making sure they always look and feel their best. Keeping your precious pooch well-groomed is particularly important when they undertake a task such as being a therapy dog. At the Alliance of Therapy Dogs, we support our members, both two-legged and four-legged, and [...]
Summer is upon us, which means fun days out in the sun. For dog owners, that means getting to spend more time outdoors exploring with your pup. While taking your dog out in the sunny weather is a fun activity, you must do it safely and keep your dog from getting over-heated. In many parts [...]
Welcoming a rescue into your home can change both of your lives. For the dog, it gives them a new place to live and a more secure life. For you, a rescue could be a loving, kind pet that brings you loyalty and love. As such, it’s no wonder that rescue dog adoption has risen [...]
Dogs love to explore, especially when they’re outside or in a new environment. That’s why most dog owners like to have a garden in which they can let their beloved pet run free. While a garden is an ideal place to let your dog explore, you need to make sure that it’s safe. Unfortunately, it's [...]
