Animal Assisted Therapy
Therapy Dogs in Cancer Centers
Written by: Maria, ATD Member A cancer diagnosis can stir up a wide range of emotions for both patients and their loved ones. As a
February 1, 2026
Written by: Maria, ATD Member A cancer diagnosis can stir up a wide range of emotions for both patients and their loved ones. As a
Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD) teams are frequently out in their communities, visiting facilities like hospitals, schools, airports, and more. Each location operates with its
Facility: Cascade Creek Memory Care, An Anthem Community By: Tiffany Bell Executive Director Why did you want to bring therapy dogs into your facility? We
In 10 years of service, my Golden Retrievers and I have visited hospice clients, hospital patients, school kids and patients in a state psychiatric hospital.
October 10th is World Mental Health Day and a great day to educate people on the importance of taking care of our mental health. This
Occasionally the Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD) Office sends out a request for therapy dog teams to attend a conference to provide dog therapy for
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
The old saying, let sleeping dogs lie, is an important message to remember when it comes to therapy dog visits. There are various reasons your
Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD) has an exceptional registry of committed, loyal Handlers who follow through on their commitments and ATD applauds each and every
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