Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Therapy Dogs of Santa Barbara! We are always eager to have therapy dog teams join us in giving back to our community.
In order to become a therapy dog team, you will need to complete the following steps:
Step 1: Complete the volunteer application below.
Step 2: Schedule a Therapy Dog Evaluation. (Please download our Therapy Dog Evaluation to review our test requirements. If you feel you and your dog require training before taking our evaluation, you are welcome to register for a therapy dog training class (classes take place at the Santa Barbara Humane Society) or use our evaluation for reference while you train at home.)
Step 3: Complete a two-hour volunteer training workshop (no cost)
Step 4: Complete a TB test and LiveScan background check (no cost)
Step 5: Schedule your volunteer time and dates.
Step 5: Schedule your volunteer time and dates.
Step 6: Start volunteering!
