Pet Grooming Schools Florida
Canine Assisted Therapy Featured At Akc Palm Beach Dog Show March 13-14
Canine Assisted Therapy, Inc. (C.A.T.) (www.catdogs.org) headquartered in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida is a non profit 501(c)(3) organization which provides certification and placement of therapy dogs and their handlers into nursing homes, hospitals, group homes, schools and where there is a need for the companionship of a dog.
C.A.T. will be at the event on March 13 and 14 to share more about the opportunities for dogs and their owners to become more involved in this very important and positive experience.
C.A.T. is distinguishable from other pet therapy organizations because of the extensive testing of the dogs to insure proper temperament for therapy work, placement of volunteers in facilities, and overall support of volunteers.
Palm Beach County Dog Fanciers Association - All Breed Dog Shows will take place on March 13 and 14, 2010. This event is the organization's 79th Annual Dog Show and will be held at the South Florida Fairgrounds located at 9067 Southern Blvd. West Palm Beach, FL. Special events will include: Puppy Spectacular, Agility Demonstrations, Book Readings, Grooming Competition, Student Contests and an Opportunity to "Meet the Breeds"! This is an American Kennel Club (AKC) All Breed Dog Show.
C.A.T. has a Pack Reader Program to assist grade school children to improve their reading skills by reading to dogs. C.A.T. has also recently launched the Teen Corp Program in Oxford, Florida where teens work with their dogs to train and prepare them for therapy work. C.A.T.'s certification is valid and recognized throughout the United States. According to C.A.T. Executive Director, Debra Berger, "We are proud to partner with local organizations and service companies such as Children's Diagnostic & Treatment Center, Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital, United Cerebral Palsy, Make-A-Wish of South Florida, Salon Bark, Chateau Poochie, Grateful Paws Rescue, and Compassionate Pug Rescue."
Hours of the show are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; Admission: $6 adults, free under 12.
Those unable to attend the event are welcome to contact C.A.T. at 954-319-3170 to learn more about the organization, volunteering opportunities, and how generous donations can make a difference in so many lives.
Phone: 954.319.3170
Email: info@catdogs.org
Fax: 888.441.5614
P.O. Box 460175 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33346-0176
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