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Dogs are not only a source of unconditional love and companionship but they also can play vital roles in helping people in need. And the Therapy Dog Brigade is seeking human-dog therapy teams here in Greenwich.

This non-profit will be offering pre-course screenings and fall classes throughout October. In Greenwich the pre-course screening availability will be this Sunday, Oct. 4, from noon to 5 p.m.

You can find out more information on how to get involved at the non-profit’s website.

Since Therapy Dog Brigade launched last year, it has sent teams to YWCA Greenwich for its Harmony Projects events, to Kids in Crisis for its Hope Day, and to Greenwich Library for Study Escapes. It has also helped out at King Street Rehab and will soon be partnering with Greenwich Hospital.

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[Read full article on the Town of Greenwich Community Connections Newsletter]

Bettina Klein loves visiting Scarsdale schools with her therapy dog Chester, a cuddly King Charles Spaniel. The team, trained and certified by Therapy Dog Brigade, visits the village’s elementary schools and the high school to assist the district’s counselors in helping kids with emotional and behavioral issues, to help teach acceptance and compassion, and serve as stress relievers for both students and staff. “After more than 30 years in Scarsdale and raising my children here, all of whom went through the Scarsdale schools, it means a lot to me to be able to give back to the community that has been such a big part of our lives,” says Klein. “Watching the students relax, smile, and enjoy petting Chester is incredibly rewarding.”

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[Read full article on the Scarsdale 10583 website]

Therapy Dog Brigade wants Greenwich-area dog owners to turn their calm, friendly pets into certified therapy teams that visit hospitals, schools, senior residences and libraries.

The nonprofit is holding pre-course screening appointments on Sunday, Oct. 4, from noon to 5 p.m. at the American Red Cross in Greenwich, as first reported by Greenwich Free Press. Fall training classes begin Wednesday, Oct. 21, at Round Hill Community House in Greenwich. The Oct. 4 screening gives dog owners a chance to find out whether their pet is suited for therapy work.

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[Read full article on the Greenwich Beacon website]

Therapy Dogs are often sensitive to those who are struggling physically or emotionally, making them unique resources for comfort.

Therapy Dog Brigade, which works to bring compassion, comfort and connection to people in facilities in Fairfield, Westchester, and Rockland Counties, is recruiting new human-dog therapy teams to offer emotional support and spread joy to people of all ages in Greenwich and neighboring cities.

This rapidly growing non-profit organization is offering new pre-course screenings and fall classes during the month of October, 2026. 

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[Read full article on the Greenwich Free Press website]