Therapy Dogs
Emotional Support, Companionship & relief
We will work closely with you to explore possible applications, then design and implement a program that best matches your own specific needs.
Selecting Our
Therapy Dogs
Our Therapy Dogs are carefully selected for their temperament, behavior and suitability for working with people in a variety of environments.
We look for dogs who already have strong foundational training and naturally demonstrate the qualities that make a wonderful Therapy Dog – calm, friendly, confident, responsive and comfortable engaging with people.
Each dog’s overall demeanor and behavior is considered, including how they respond to new people, unfamiliar environments, distractions, handling and different social situations. Above all, we want our Therapy Dogs to enjoy the work they do. Their wellbeing is just as important as the support they provide.
Working With Our
Therapy Dogs
Our Therapy Dogs provide a unique form of emotional support, companionship and connection across a variety of settings.
Working alongside their experienced handlers, our dogs can support individuals and groups by encouraging positive social interaction, reducing feelings of stress or isolation, and creating opportunities for connection, engagement and participation.
Every program is tailored to the people and environment we are working with. We take the time to understand your needs and determine how Therapy Dog interactions can be incorporated in a way that is safe, purposeful and meaningful.
Our focus is always on creating positive experiences for both the people we support and our dogs.
Training Your
Therapy Dogs
Already have a dog you think could make a wonderful Therapy Dog?
PawsPack can help you develop the skills, confidence and understanding needed to work effectively with your own dog in therapeutic, workplace, community or educational settings.
We focus on the practical skills involved in Therapy Dog work, including understanding your dog’s behavior and body language, appropriate interactions, handler awareness, boundaries and maintaining your dog’s wellbeing.
Because every dog and handler team is different, we take an individual approach and can help you determine whether Therapy Dog work is the right fit for you and your dog.
Contact us to discuss your Therapy Dog goals and how we can support you and your dog on the next steps of your journey.
How it Works
Therapy Dogs undergo a high level of behaviour training and may learn some specific tasks to assist their handler
Understanding Your Needs
We start by getting to know you, your goals and the environment in which Therapy Dog support will be provided. This helps us determine the most appropriate approach for you, your organization or your community.
Finding the Right Approach
Depending on your needs, we can provide support using one of our Therapy Dogs or explore working with your own suitable dog. Together, we'll identify an approach that is safe, practical and meaningful.
Support & Development
We provide practical guidance, education and support to help create positive and effective Therapy Dog interactions.
Where you are working with your own dog, we can also help develop your skills as a handler and support your dog's
suitability for the role.
Flexible Options
Our services can be tailored to suit individuals, workplaces, facilities, community organizations and educational settings.
Therapy Dogs for People of All Ages
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Primary & secondary schools -
Libraries
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Aged care & nursing homes
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Day care centres
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Private therapy practices
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Psychologists & counsellors
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Speech & occupational therapy settings
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Community centres & organizations
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Disability support services
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Workplaces & staff wellbeing programs
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Hospitals & healthcare settings
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Community events & special programs