Friendly People and their Friendly Dogs

(Sunshine Therapy Dogs)

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Position ID: V-OSH0435
Last Modified: 14 Jul 2025
Last Full Update: 14 Jul 2025

Opportunity Details: Friendly People and their Friendly Dogs

Contact Brenda Carr, Volunteer program director - Durham region, Sunshine Therapy Dogs; Phone: 905-404-5720; Email: durham@sunshinetherapydogs.ca
Duties

Sunshine Therapy dogs is a group of dog lovers sharing a concern for those suffering from emotional and mental illnesss and a belief that the company of dogs can help.

Volunteers will visit community agencies, schools and other ogranizations that would benefit from our visits.
More Info Link sunshinetherapydogs.ca
Ages 18 year(s) and up
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours No
Suitable For Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students ; Persons with a hearing impairment ; Persons with a physical disability ; Persons with a visual impairment ; Men ; Women ; Individuals
Areas of Interest Animal Services
Skills/Experience Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Counseling & Support ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Elder Care ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Working with Children
Commitment Length Long Term (Minimum of 6 months) ; Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) ; Long Term
Interaction Level One-on-one ; Small Group
Minimum Hours 2 / Month
Dates and Times Flexible dates and hours
Seasons Year Round
Accessibility Fully Accessible ; Partially Accessible ; Not Accessible ; Accessibility notes provided for all visit opportunities
Number of Positions Ajax ; Bowmanville ; Courtice ; Durham Region ; Oshawa ; Pickering ; Whitby 
 
20 individual(s) needed in total.
Training Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training is required ; Training on the job ; Training on-going
Police Check Required
Liability Insurance Available

Agency Details: Sunshine Therapy Dogs

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E-Mail info@sunshinetherapydogs.ca

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