Research shows that spending time with a pet can reduce blood pressure, normalize heart rate and improve circulation. Aultman Volunteer Services offers the Happy Tails animal-assisted activity program, enabling dogs and their handlers to visit hospitalized patients.
Happy Tails dogs and handlers go through a rigorous training process. Screenings are held twice yearly to join the Happy Tails volunteer team.
The next team training course will be held Saturday, Sept. 19 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Evaluations will be held by appointment only Saturday, Sept. 26. For more information, call Debra in the Volunteer Services office at 330-363-6368.
