The St. John Therapy Dog Program is a volunteer organization that brings canine companionship and people together.
Currently 14 certified dogs and their handlers are working in and around the Fergus-Elora area. The teams make weekly visits to senior citizens, nursing homes, hospitals, handicapped people and officials are currently looking into testing dogs to become reading buddies for children.
The group of dedicated handlers and dogs also attends local parades, home shows and gives talks on what the dogs can do for people in need.
As a group, members enjoy the camaraderie of getting together several times a year for Christmas parties, picnics and their first ever therapy dog Olympics.
Anyone interested in this type of volunteer work or who wants to learn more about the program should contact BJ Reynolds at 519-846-5341 or Anna Meyers at 519-822-8999.
