SPRING 2027 Orientation Night
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March 22nd - Information Evening - 7-8 p.m. - Do not bring your dog
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April 3rd - Evaluation Testing - 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. - Must register prior to Evaluation Testing date
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April 7th - Orientation Evening - Attendance Mandatory, only when your dog passes the - Do not bring your dog.
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All of the above events are held at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 52, 1550 Lansdowne Street West, Peterborough.
Join Our Team!
Client Benefits
+ Stroking a dog lowers our heart rate, our blood pressure and our stress level. It lowers the cortisol level which is the stress hormone in our bodies
+ Looking into a dogs eyes helps to release the oxytocin hormone in our bodies. It helps us to feel better!
+ Calms & distracts
+ Helps clients cope with health problems
+ Provide comfort & enjoyment
+ Builds friendships & reduces loneliness
Volunteer Benefits
+ Unique opportunity to volunteer with your dog
+ Meet new people and develop new friendships
+ Observe the positive impact the dogs have on our clients and our community
+ Our handlers play an important role that complements the dogs’ engagements with our clients. They have conversations with the clients that, over time, create friendships built on a foundation of trust and respect
20+
Locations Visited
5500
Annual
Hours Served
85
Volunteers