Are you interested in sharing the joy of your dog with others? Are you based in New Zealand?
The application form below can be completed online and emailed to us or you can print it off and post it to the address given.
What you should know before you apply to join Canine Friends
Application process
- When your application has been processed one of our field officers will contact you and arrange a time to meet you and your dog.
- If your dog is suitable, and your assessment goes well, you will be assigned a location to visit.
- Your field officer will accompany you on initial visits and introduce you to key staff and show you the ropes.
- You will be asked to commit to a schedule of visits convenient to you and the place you are visiting.
- You will be asked to agree to the objectives, code of ethics and ground rules of Canine Friends Pet Therapy inc.
Code of ethics
Members agree to:
- respect each individual visited and treat everyone with courtesy, care and consideration.
- respect the rights, privacy and dignity of people visited.
- accept personal responsibility for meeting and agreed schedule of visits.
- treat any information gained during visits as confidential.
- operate as volunteers seeking no financial reward for their work.
Ground rules
Members agree to:
- visit only assigned rest homes, hospitals and hospices.
- maintain a positive relationship with the occupational therapist or other key contact at places they visit.
- keep to an agreed schedule of visits.
- advise your contact if a scheduled visit cannot be made.
- wear Canine Friends identity.scarves for dogs and badges for owners on visits.
- take only Canine Friends approved dogs on visits.
- have only Canine Friends approved people accompany them on visits.
- maintain a high standard of personal presentation and keep dogs clean and groomed.
To apply to become a Canine Friends member complete the application form below. Complete the application form online or print a copy of the application form and return by post.
