Certification with ATD
What Does It Really Mean to Be an ATD Member in Good Standing?
If you’re part of the Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD), you already know how special it is to share smiles and joy with others. With
June 1, 2026
If you’re part of the Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD), you already know how special it is to share smiles and joy with others. With
By Tara Hoover, ATD Member Learning What “Fit” Really Means When I got my first therapy dog certified back in 2012, we began visiting a
If you’ve been an active Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD) team for over a year, chances are you already know how meaningful this work can
This year, Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD) has implemented an update to our Toys on Visits Rule. As always, our goal is to ensure visits remain safe, effective, and
By: Cris Lewis, Vice President of Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD) The short answer to the question above is, “Yes.” But a more detailed answer
At Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD), we understand that both Handlers and their dogs may experience health changes over time. While ATD does not require
You and your dog have put in the work, training in new environments, mastering good manners, and learning to stay calm and controlled around people
Did you know Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD) allows you to test with a dog you have had a relationship with for at least 6
If you’ve been visiting with your therapy dog long enough, you’ve probably run into someone who doesn’t want to say hi to your therapy dog.
Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD) has a set of Rules and Regulations that Members are expected to follow on all ATD visits. Every year, our