We share canine kindness. We share canine kindness.
Choose Kindness.
Capital Therapy Dogs is an all-volunteer nonprofit serving communities in the Greater Sacramento CA area. We evaluate and register handlers and their dogs as therapy dog teams to offer comfort and kindness to people of all ages.
The Basics
What are therapy dogs?
What training is needed?
What training is needed?
A therapy dog is a friendly pet paired with their friendly human. As a team they bring joy to others. Therapy dogs are not service dogs, although service dogs may also be therapy dogs..
What training is needed?
What training is needed?
What training is needed?
Obedience and therapy dog training classes are beneficial for both you and your dog.. There are many excellent trainers in the greater Sacramento area. Capital Therapy Dogs does not provide dog training.
My dog needs a job!
What training is needed?
My dog needs a job!
First, read our Playbookand next fill out a Contact Us form. To participate, dogs must be at least one (1) year old and been in your care for at least six (6) months. Volunteers without fur-friends are welcome too!
