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THERAPY DOG TESTING

Therapy Dogs United Certification

A therapy dog certified with Therapy Dogs United provides the catalyst for positive change by motivating individuals with health conditions or impairments. We open dialogue with the abused, disabled, sick, lonely, injured or depressed. Our programs inspire learning and change - and include everyone!

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TDU's dedicated team of certified therapy dog handlers is personally committed to bringing joy and inspiration to every human life we touch. It’s not just our personal commitment - it’s our mission. 

Tutors with Tails
Tutors with Tails

Training Prerequisites

The dog must be 1 year old or older and needs to pass Canine Good Citizen first. We offer the CGC test here, but if you took it elsewhere, that is no problem! We will just need to see your certificate. 

Therapy Dog Nursing Home

Therapy Training

To help you prepare for the therapy dog certification, we offer 1on1 training opportunities that last 1 hour.

These can take place both at our facility and off-site in public settings. 

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1on1 @HSK9:  $125

Off-Site Training: $175

Therapy Dog Nursing Home
Hospital Therapy Dog
Hospital Therapy Dog

Certification Only

Ready to take the test? Schedule a time to come in

and strut your stuff. 

Test Only: $100

​1 Off-Site evaluation required (if not done previously): $175 / 1 hour

Therapy Dogs United fees include:

  • $80 application fee, including the official TDU certificate, ID badge and therapy dog registration

  • $30 for annual dues

  • Your choice of a bandana ($35) and/or vest ($90) for your certified therapy dog

 

This is all through TDU, *not* Heaven Scent K9. 

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