STEP 1: Preparation

We all have to study and do our homework before any test and preparing for the Pets & People test is no different. We want you to pass! To help you in this effort, Pets & People has developed materials to help you better prepare and be confident when coming into the test.
 

Preparing for the Test

Watch and read these resources carefully before signing up for your test.
Therapy Dog Test

Read this for detailed explanations for what our evaluator will look for in the successful certification of a Pets & People Team

View Dog Training Resources

Video of an Example Cat Test

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Therapy Cat Test

Read this for detailed explanations for what our evaluator will look for in the successful certification of a Pets & People Team

View Cat Training Resources

Optional

Observe at a Test in Person
 If you would like to observe an actual therapy test before signing up yourself, there are opportunities to do that. Write to us 
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Shadow an experienced team
 If you would like to shadow an experienced team at a facility beforehand, there are opportunities to do that. Write to us 

Ready to Take the Test?