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Therapy Dogs

Providing emotional support, companionship and relief from symptoms related to mental and physical disabilities/illnesses.

Emotional Support, Companionship & Relief

Therapy Dogs and Animals For People Of All Ages

  • Home & everyday living
  • Primary & secondary schools
  • Tertiary institutions
  • Kindergartens
  • Aged care & nursing homes
  • Day care centres
  • Private therapy practices
  • Psychiatrists, Psychologists
  • Speech therapists, Occupational therapists … and much more

We will work closely with you to explore possible applications, then design and implement a program that best matches your own specific needs.

Accredited Training Programs

At Therapy Animals Australia we specialise in tailoring training programs that best meet your individual needs & circumstances. Our highly experienced team use our trained Therapy Dogs in accordance with the PAWS Model across a variety of settings.  

P – Positive Interactions
A – Assess, Adapt, Achieve
W – Working Together
S – Social Inclusion

Learn more here…

Using Our therapy dogs

Our therapy dogs complete an extensive training program and are formally assessed to ensure they meet the Service Animals Australia Essential Standards for Therapy Dogs.

A well-trained, confident and happy Therapy Dog can be an invaluable resource for supporting the social and emotional needs of individuals, as well as fostering a sense of community spirit and overall wellbeing.

Training Your Therapy Dog

Therapy Animals Australia also specialise in teaching people how to train and effectively use a Therapy Dog to support individuals within their workplace, facility, or educational setting.  

Contact us to discuss remote/ interstate training options.

Accredited Training Programs

How it Works

Therapy Dogs undergo a high level of behaviour training and may learn some specific tasks to assist their handler

Assessing Your Specific Needs

We will work closely with you to explore possible applications, then design and implement a program that best matches your own specific needs.

Using Our Therapy Dogs

We bring our Therapy Dogs to you and provide professional development and information sessions.

Training Your Therapy Dog

Working with you to train and integrate your own Therapy Dog within a variety of settings.

Flexible training options

We offer flexible training options. Visit us by appointment at our Bundoora Support Centre or contact us to discuss a training option that best suits your needs.

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How Can We Help

If you’re interested in any of our services, or wish to discuss how we might be able to assist you, please don’t hesitate to contact us, phone or message.

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    Simply fill out this quick enquiry form, tell us a little bit about your situation, and we’ll be sure to get back to you as soon as possible.

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