Healing Paws: The Power of Therapy Dogs

In this podcast episode, Marj Andre interviews Ana Kippel, the program director for Sunshine Therapy Dogs in York Region. Marj and Ana discuss the mission and growth of the organization, the assessment process for therapy dogs, how individuals and organizations can request visits, and the profound impact therapy dogs have on mental health and community connection. Ana shares her experiences with her therapy dogs and emphasizes the importance of empathy and volunteerism in this rewarding field. Ana can be reached at [email protected] If you are interested in volunteering, the assessment date is July 12th, and you can register online. Check out their website with lots of adorable photos! Sunshine Therapy Dogs