San Diego Inland Love on A Leash is a chapter of the national Foundation for Pet Provided Therapy which is a 501(c)(3) charity recognized by the IRS, providing services to San Diego County.
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Our organization is comprised of teams of handlers and their pets who volunteer their time and love to members of our community:
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Hospitals, hospices, emergency areas and homes to comfort those in need;
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Senior health centers, assisted living centers, adult day care centers, Alzheimer facilities and homes to provide companionship and encouragement;
- Schools and libraries to encourage and promote reading programs. and education on proper pet care and handling; and
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Assistance in therapy training, evaluation and certification, matching pets and their people with service opportunities.
Mission Statement:
- Increase public awareness of the benefits of pets assisted therapy;
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Provide education to organizations and individuals in our community on the value of pet-provided therapy also known as Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT);
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Provide training, evaluation, certification and support for pets and their handlers performing Animal Assisted Activities (AAA); and
- Support the standards of Love on a Leash, The foundation for Pet Provided Therapy.
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