Facility & Therapy Dogs: Connection to Comfort

When individuals face crisis—whether following a disaster, during hospitalization, or while navigating the legal system—our facility and therapy dog teams provide clinically meaningful support. These dogs are not service dogs; rather, they are specifically trained to offer therapeutic presence, emotional stabilization, and comfort within professional settings. Their calm demeanor helps reduce stress, regulate emotions, and create an environment where individuals feel safe, seen, and supported.

Through our outreach and ambassador programs, we extend this mission into workplaces, community environments, and public spaces. These programs highlight the difference between service dogs and therapy or facility dogs, while demonstrating the measurable emotional and psychological benefits that animal-assisted interventions can provide. By educating the public, we promote a culture of empathy, awareness, and inclusion—ensuring that each interaction supports understanding and reduces stigma around trauma and mental health.

Our Therapy and Facility Dog Programs also create opportunities for individuals, clinicians, and service dog trainees to work alongside our trained canines. In these structured environments, participants practice trust-building, stress reduction, and communication skills, all while experiencing the grounding, stabilizing effect of therapeutic canine interaction. This shared work helps foster connection, reduce isolation, and reinstate a sense of purpose.

At the K9 Bond Foundation, we believe no one should have to navigate life alone. With every visit, every session, and every gentle touch of a paw, healing becomes more accessible—one moment, one connection, one paw at a time.