๐พ Volunteer Therapy Dogs & Crisis Response Dogs Needed
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Do you have a calm, friendly dog who loves people?
Are you passionate about supporting others while putting your dog’s wellbeing first?
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Cariad Pet Therapy is recruiting Therapy Dog and Crisis Response Dog volunteer teams across West and South Wales.
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Together, we bring comfort, connection, and calm to people in:
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Schools
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Hospitals
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Care settings
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Workplaces
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Student services
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Mental health services
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Crisis situations
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Animal Wellbeing Comes First
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At Cariad, we believe therapy work must always be dog-led, ethical, and enjoyable.
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We’re looking for handlers who:
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Understand their dog’s needs and limits
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Can recognise stress signals and advocate for rest
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Want visits to be positive and enriching for their dog
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Feel confident speaking up for their dog’s welfare in every settingโ
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What We Offer Our Volunteers
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โ Free Adult Mental Health First Aid Training (MHFA Wales)
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Crisis Response Dog Training for suitable teams
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Full onboarding programme and guidance
(including Safeguarding & Confidentiality Training)
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Enhanced DBS check provided
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No joining fee
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Free Cariad bandanna, photographic ID & volunteer t-shirt
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Ongoing volunteer support with an online and in-person community
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Dedicated placement support team to match you with the right setting
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Cariad Pet Therapy has achieved the Investing in Volunteers quality standard, showing our commitment to supporting and valuing our volunteer teams.
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Who Can Apply?
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We welcome applications from volunteer teams across:
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West Wales
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South Wales
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Surrounding communities
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Whether you’re experienced or completely new to therapy work, we will guide you every step of the way.
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Could You and Your Dog Make a Difference?
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If you have a suitable dog, a kind heart, and a commitment to wellbeing - please get in touch.
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To apply, complete the form:
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Cariad Pet Therapy Dog Application
https://forms.office.com/r/xj6Mi4grmn
Or visit:
www.cariadpettherapy.co.uk/volunteer
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Questions or want to discuss your dog’s suitability?
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Call Rob: 01437 723628
Email: rob@cariadpettherapy.co.uk
(An online chat can also be arranged.)
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๐ 2026 Therapy Dog Assessment Dates:
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Tuesday 26th May 2026
๐ Walwyns Castle Village Hall
Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire
SA62 3DZ
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TBA
๐ Pontlliw Village Hall
Carmel Rd, Pontlliw, Swansea
SA4 9EXโ
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๐ Individual Assessments by Appointment in Haverfordwest Library
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