Teaming Up with Therapy Dogs: Skills to Build Healing Partnerships
Jul 2026 · McFarland
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This powerful new book celebrates the world of therapy dogs. Blending heartfelt memoir, practical insights, and inspiring true stories, it takes readers into healing spaces where the quiet magic of dogs transforms lives. With warmth and insight, the book shares what it takes to become a therapy dog team, offering step-by-step guidance on training, certification, and the unique demands of working in emotionally charged environments. It introduces readers to remarkable handlers and their dogs, each making a difference in the lives of people facing illness, trauma, anxiety, or loss.
This book also explores the science behind the human-animal bond and the rich history of therapy dogs. It includes original "Fairy Tale" trick routines--creative, story-based performances the author developed to bring joy to those in need of comfort. Whether you're considering volunteering, are already part of a therapy dog team, or are simply a dog lover who believes in the power of paws-on healing, this book is a heartfelt tribute to the magic that happens when a therapy dog team shows up at the right moment.
This powerful new book celebrates the world of therapy dogs. Blending heartfelt memoir, practical insights, and inspiring true stories, it takes readers into healing spaces where the quiet magic of dogs transforms lives. With warmth and insight, the book shares what it takes to become a therapy d...
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About the author
Susan Hartzler is an author of two additional memoirs that explore the human-animal bond. She is also a blogger, and a public relations professional. She trains her own dogs, two talented Australian Shepherds who are both working actors and models. She volunteers her time with Pet Partners and escorts her dogs to hospitals and schools to visit children in need.
Susan Hartzler is an author of two additional memoirs that explore the human-animal bond. She is also a blogger, and a public relations professional. She trains her own dogs, two talented Australian Shepherds who are both working actors and models. She volunteers her time with Pet Partners and es...
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