Our volunteer teams go wherever a calm, friendly visit can help. Here are some of the places you’ll find us. {{OWNER: which partner facilities may be named publicly; which programs are active today}}
Memphis International Airport
Our teams greet travelers at the gates and in the terminal, from nervous flyers to families seeing someone off. Read about it: Therapy dogs take over Memphis International, Therapy dogs greet, bid farewell to passengers at MEM and handler Pete Friedman’s Why do you have a dog at the airport?
Colleges and universities
Exam week is a lot easier with a dog to pet. See our visit to the University of Memphis library and our work with the University of Memphis at the women’s prison.
Hospitals and clinics
Teams visit patients, families and staff in pediatrics, oncology, rehabilitation and hospice settings, always following each facility’s rules. See a WTTD team at Methodist Hospital.
Schools, libraries and reading
Reading to a dog helps children relax and practice. Learn about our reading dogs, or see Paula and Tootsie at the Bartlett Library.
Senior living
Regular visits to nursing homes and assisted living communities, where residents often get to know “their” dog by name.
Community events
From send-offs at the airport for Snowball Express families to wellness days and special events.