Does your dog love people? Is your dog comfortable in novel environments? Can you imagine your dog greeting the sick and elderly in a nursing home? Or working with a child who is learning to read?
Therapy dogs and their owners work together to improve the lives of other people.
Our instructors and certified Therapy Dogs International examiners are themselves registered TDI participants, with active visiting therapy dog partners.
We recommend that you train through the Canine Good Citizen exam before registering for the TDI exam.
Sample CGC Video
Class Name: Therapy Dog Class
Description: Does your dog love people? Is your dog comfortable in new environments? Can you imagind him/her greeting the sick and elderly in a nursing home?
Prerequisites: Training through the Canine Good Citizen exam.
What to Bring: Buckle collar. Pinch collars and head halter collars are not permitted. 6′ leash and lots of treats, low (e.g.,cheese sticks), medium (e.g., hot dogs) and high level (e.g., boiled chicken).
Class Length: Class meets for six weeks for an hour.
Cost: $139 (20% discount for members who worked 20 volunteers hours within the last 12 months)
| Class Name | Starts | Instructor | Click Button to Register |
| PO Therapy Dog Class (7800) | Thursday, 4:30 – 5:30 pm. 2/27-4/3/25 | Susan Minix | Registration opens 6 wks before 1st class. |
Test Name: Therapy Dog International Test
The TDI Test is designed to simulate a visit with a therapy dog at a facility. This test reflects realistic situations and should be helpful in evaluating the potential therapy dog. For more information see TDI Brochure
Date and Time: See above
Cost: $15
| Test Name | Starts | Examiner | Registration Information |
| Therapy Dog International Test | TBD | Lindsey Smith | Registration opens TBD |
Online Registration is required.
Once you have registered for the TDI Test, please download, complete and bring this form to the test.
TDI Evaluation Liability Agreement
Upcoming Classes:
TBD
Therapy Dog Resources:
TDI Test Requirements
TDI Evaluation Liability Agreement
Questions? Please contact otcpbc@gmail.com.