You and your dog must pass the TDI EVALUATION FOR SUITABILITY TO BECOME A POTENTIAL THERAPY DOG/HANDLER TEAM. For more information on the Test Requirements, please view our Testing Requirements page.
2) Mandatory Rabies Vaccine (1, 2, OR 3 YEAR - MUST BE GIVEN BY A VETERINARIAN)
3) An initial series of core Distemper, Hepatitis, and Parvovirus Vaccinations.
4) A negative Fecal Exam must have been done within the past year.
5) A negative Heartworm test must have been done within the past year if the dog is not on a continuous heartworm preventative medication. A negative Heartworm test must have been done within the past two years if the dog is on a continuous heartworm preventative medication.
LIMITED REGISTRATION* (UNITED STATES ONLY)
If there are no Evaluators within 4 hours driving distance from your location, you may apply for Limited Registration by sending your request with an Administration fee of $10.00 to TDI along with the following:
1) Graduation certificates of Basic Obedience, Intermediate Obedience with a letter from the school attesting to the dog's temperament.
2) A letter of recommendation from an Animal Health Care Professional (Veterinarian).
3) Letter(s) of recommendation from any institution(s) you are planning to visit. Letters should be on the facility’s letterhead and must include a statement that they would welcome visitations from you and your dog.
Once TDI receives these materials, we will review your application and contact you.
To view the Health Requirements all TDI Dogs must meet, please see the “Associate Membership” section above.
LIMITED REGISTRATION* (FOREIGN APPLICANTS)
If there are no Evaluators in your country, you may apply for Limited Registration by sending your request with an Administration fee of $10.00 to TDI along with the following:
1) A copy of your test form or Certificate for your dog (which must have been awarded within 3 months of your application) and a letter from an Obedience Judge - attesting to the absolute mental soundness of your dog. Your dog must be Evaluated by an Obedience Judge who is registered through an accredited Kennel Club in your country.
2) A letter of recommendation from an Animal Health Care Professional (Veterinarian).
3) Letter(s) of recommendation from any institution(s) you are planning to visit. Letters should be on the facility’s letterhead and must include a statement that they would welcome visitations from you and your dog.
Once TDI receives these materials, we will review your application and contact you.
To view the Health Requirements all TDI Dogs must meet, please see the “Associate Membership” section above.
*Additional requirements which must be met will be sent to individuals who are requesting and are eligible to apply for limited registration.