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 http://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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