We share canine kindness. We share canine kindness.
Always Be Kind.
Capital Therapy Dogs is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization that registers handlers and their dogs as therapy dog teams to support our programs in communities within the Greater Sacramento CA area. Our teams offer comfort and kindness to people of all ages.
The Basics
What are therapy dogs?
What training is needed?
What training is needed?
Therapy dogs are friendly pets that, together with their friendly human handlers, bring comfort and happiness to others. Therapy dogs are NOT emotional support or service 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. Obedience skills, socialization, and a friendly temperament are important success factors.
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 1 year old and been in your care for at least 6 months. Volunteers without fur-friends are welcome too!
