Mission of The Top Dog Therapy Team
Top Dog Therapy Team's Mission is:
To utilize specially trained and certified canines to promote hope and healing through love, attention, and affection.
We accomplish this mission by:
- Providing the highest quality of training for all team's canines, handlers, and volunteers.
- Educating the public on opportunities and benefits of Therapy Dogs.
- Providing education to healthcare professionals, educators, and facility leaders.
- Establishing communication standards for the use of therapy dogs in the healthcare and education settings.
Purpose of The Top Dog Therapy Team
The purpose of The Top Dog Therapy Team:
(1) To promote ability of dogs to provide comfort to people in need.
(2) Provide love, attention, and affection to all who are in need by creating a relaxed environment while bringing comfort through the companionship of canines.
Objective of The Top Dog Therapy Team
The Objective of The Top Dog Therapy Team:
(1) Working in the health field at nursing homes and hospitals, engaging in our community to boost morale and keep people inspired and engaged with hope and healing through love, attention, and affection.
(2) Working in the education field at schools of all ages to increase self-esteem, improve verbal communication, developing social skills, increasing willingness to join activities, and improving interactions with others.