The Paula Kent Meehan Pawsitive Pet Program at Saint John's Health Center

  
 

About the Pawsitive Pet Program 

The Paula Kent Meehan Pawsitive Pet Program is comprised of Dog and Handler Teams that visit at Saint John's Health Center.  Their mission is to provide friendship and comfort to patients during their stay at Saint John's.

It is not only the patients that benefit from the Pawsitive Pets visits.  The dogs are a favorite with Saint John's Health Center staff and visitors to the hospital.  The dogs love their work and are welcomed by all.
 

Program Requirements

For teams to qualify, the handler and dog must become members of the Pet Partners Therapy Animal Program.  You may find out more about becoming a Pet Partners team by visiting their website: www.petpartners.org.  When you are ready, we will help you through the process.

The handler must also become a Saint John's Health Center volunteer.  Please note that being a Pet Partners team does not guarantee acceptance into the Paula Kent Meehan Pawsitive Pet Program.  We are looking for the strongest and most qualified teams to become a part of our program.  

For more information, please contact the Saint John's Health Center Volunteer Office at (310) 829-8438 or click the link below for an application.