Pets as Therapy (Moray) Pets As Therapy Visiting Volunteer

As a Pets As Therapy volunteer, you will support people in a wide range of settings by visiting with your dog or cat. The role involves taking your pet into places such as residential care homes, hospitals, hospices, and special needs and mainstream schools, where visits are designed to bring comfort, companionship and a positive presence to those who may benefit from extra support.

The opportunity is centred on using the calming effect of a friendly animal to improve wellbeing, confidence and concentration. In schools, visits can help young people with literacy skills and encourage focus in the classroom, while hospital and care-home visits may support recovery, rehabilitation and reduce feelings of isolation.

Visits are flexible and can take place on a weekly or monthly basis, with each visit lasting no longer than two hours.