When Denise Kaydar adopted rescue dog Millie, she never thought that the Jack Russell would become the dog she is today, describing her back then as shy and almost ‘feral’. Fast forward nine years though and Millie is now [...]
Lucy Owen, a journalist and BBC news presenter, has become the newest volunteer for our organisation, and is now encouraging others to think about making a New Year’s resolution to volunteer with their dog too. Volunteering is rewarding, good [...]
We were on BBC Sunday Morning Live! It was a wonderful opportunity to show how our PAT pets support those in need, with a Read2Dogs demo and an interview with our ambassador James Middleton.
Ann Wilson dedicated her career to teaching Primary School students, with a focus on reading and literacy skills. When she retired in 2017 she became a Pets As Therapy volunteer, alongside her 12 year old golden labrador, Bella. We spoke [...]
We are very sad to announce that Dinah Baynton-Dibley, who worked at Pets As Therapy as Placement Officer, died on 1 November 2018. Dinah loved dogs and was passionate about her work at Pets As Therapy, and over the years [...]
Last weekend Anne and her friend Gill took on a tough challenge and completed the Blenheim Triathlon to raise money for Pets as Therapy. For every £75 raised a Read2Dog is produced. This was a fantastic achievement, and helps us to continue [...]
Doug the Pug is a wonderfully sweet natured little dog. As a Therapy Dog, he enjoys each and every one of his working days generously sharing warmth and kindness with all those who need a little tender loving care [...]
The Prince of Wales was charmed by a tiny dog that helps people with dementia when he visited a hospital to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the British Geriatrics Society. The Prince of Wales was charmed by a tiny [...]
A lovable Staffordshire Bull Terrier from Jersey proved he was a ‘hot dog’ at Crufts when he was crowned winner of HiLife PAT Dog of the Year. Sausage and his proud owner Angie Seedhouse, who are both volunteers with the charity [...]
OT Magazine (Occupational Therapy) published a great article about volunteers Pam and David Coombs with their three dogs and one cat. Read the article here on pages 64-65: https://issuu.com/2apublishing/docs/ot_jan_feb_17-issuu If you have a story you would like shared on our website or on [...]
