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We know you have other questions so we hope this list helps! If your question isn’t answered here, feel free to ask us directly.

Workshops, Certificates, and Becoming a HAT

Do you train animals to become therapy animals?

This is a common misconception about our organization. Unlike with service animals, we simply screen animals that owners believe to have the good temperament to become a therapy animal. We treat therapy animals like partners and they must have a trained human handler. We hold certificate training courses for humans about Animal-Assisted Interventions before screening their animal companion. Both the human and the animal have to pass the test and screening in order to become a Human-Animal Team.

I think my pet can be a therapy animal. What are the requirements?

Your pet should be at least one year old, healthy, and have updated vaccination records and health clearance for therapy work from your veterinarian. Spayed/Neutered is preferred but not required.

I’m more of a cat person. Can my cat and I become a Communitails HAT?
Yes, therapy animals are not limited to dogs! Please contact us for details.
How do we become a Human-Animal Team (HAT)?

The Human has to undergo our Animal-Assisted Interventions (AAI) certificate course and pass a test while the Animal must pass a screening with a professional animal trainer before becoming a Therapy Animal. They will both undergo a screening process together in order to become a Human-Animal Team (HAT).

Do I have to pay to attend the workshops?

Yes, our certificate courses have a fee. Please check our program details for the individual workshop fees. We do have webinars which you can access for free on our YouTube channel.

Do we get any certifications after becoming a HAT?

Yes, you will get a certificate after each workshop and after completing the course.

I’ve finally completed the workshops! Are there any other requirements for me and my dog?

Yes, we require all our freshly minted HATs, aside from passing the screening, to observe an actual session and undergo mentoring with our senior experienced HATs.

How do we know schedules of trainings and courses you offer?

Please follow our social media channels to receive announcements about our programs.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/communitails

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/communitails_ph

YouTube: http://tinyurl.com/CommunitailsYTChannel

You also have the option to subscribe to our newsletter. Don’t worry, we won’t spam you every week or sell your personal info. To subscribe, please fill up the inquiry form with your name, email, and “Newsletter Subscription” as the subject.

I want to join Communitails

Is there another way to become part of your community besides becoming a HAT?

If you’re a student looking for an internship, an advocate looking for a place to volunteer, or someone looking to apply for an open position, please email your curriculum vitae and cover letter (interns/applicants) or letter of intent (volunteers) to communitailsinc@gmail.com with the subject format [INTERNSHIP/VOLUNTEER/APPLICANT] – [FULL NAME].

Examples:

Internship – Juan Dela Cruz

Volunteer – Maria Tan

Applicant – Alex Lopez

Please address your letter to the President of Communitails, Dr. Rohani Navarro, DVM.

Does Communitails accept clients?

Yes we do!  We currently offer:

  1. Customized Animal Assisted Intervention (AAI) program for institutions and offices
    1. Feel free to send us an email at communitailsinc@gmail.com so we can set up a meeting and we can give you an in-depth explanation of our services!
  2. Starter package of Animal Assisted Activities (AAA)
    1. Two (2) AAA sessions with our trained HAT
    2. We will be requiring details about:
      1. specific activity –  activity will depend on your needs, so let’s talk!
      2. location of activity
      3. parking space if available
      4. coordinator (name and number)

COMING SOON:

  1. Personalized
    1. Individual
    2. Group
  2. Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT)
  3. Animal-Assisted Education (AAE)
  4. Equine-Assisted Interventions

Feel free to send us an email at communitailsinc@gmail.com for more questions!

Do you accept students or researchers to conduct studies with you? What are the requirements you need before we conduct studies with you?

If you are a student conducting research, please send a formal letter addressed to the Communitails President (Dr. Rohani Navarro, DVM, MSc) with the following details:

  1. Institution/ school, year level
  2. Title and brief background of study
  3. Request from Communitails
    1. Indicate contact person for coordination
    2. Name
    3. Email
    4. Contact number
  4. The letter must be officially signed by the adviser/consultant
Do you accept partnerships with various organizations or media for events? Are there any requirements you need from us before you join our events?

Yes, we do! Please email your letter of intent addressed to the Communitails President, Dr. Rohani Navarro, DVM, MSc. Please include any available details about the event or project as well.

How do we make an appointment with you?

Please email communitailsinc@gmail.com containing the subject and details you would like to discuss.

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