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Pets As Therapy

Pets As Therapy is a small UK wide national charity that has over 3000 volunteers, who together with their temperament assess dog and cats, visit a variety of recipients in establishments such as hospitals, nursing/residential homes, special needs schools day centres etc. Members who give their time freely, bring with them the unconditional love and companionship that only a very special volunteer and pet can bring.

To assist the medical profession in the treatment of dog/cat related phobia, always under clinical supervision.

Any age, disability/ability, gender or race can join. Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult. Junior club is available for 5-18 year olds who would like a joint Pets as Therapy and be involved in the work in the community. Members need to be abled to commit to a minimum of 1-2 hours per month or as much time as possible.

Cost: £19.00 single; £29.00 joint.

Registered charity number 1112194