West Michigan Therapy Dogs, Inc.

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West Michigan Therapy Dogs, Inc.

We partner with community health, education, and rehabilitative services in West Michigan to promote the human-animal healing connection.

For 25 years, we’ve been making a difference in the lives of those in need...one wag at a time. 💙🐾 West Michigan Therapy Dogs, Inc. a non-profit therapy dog organization of volunteers providing the western region of Michigan with Animal Assisted Activities (AAA) and Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) since 2001. Handler and dog teams partner with community health, education, and rehabilitative services

to promote emotional, physical, and psychological support
through the human-animal healing connection.

08/17/2026

It’s National Nonprofit Day! 🤝💙🐾✨📣

Today, we’re grateful for everyone who helps make the work of West Michigan Therapy Dogs possible. We couldn’t serve as many people as we do without the selflessness of our volunteers, the generosity of those who support us, the people who help behind the scenes, and everyone who lends their support in big and small ways.

If you’d like to support West Michigan Therapy Dogs, there are lots of ways to get involved:

Volunteer: Our therapy dog teams give their time to bring comfort, connection, and a little extra joy to others. https://wmtd.org/become-a-volunteer/

Donate: Every contribution helps support our programs and the people and pups who make them possible. Whether it’s a one-time or a monthly donation, it makes a huge difference in helping us sustain our operations. https://wmtd.org/donate/

Spread the word: Share our posts, tell someone about WMTD, or help us introduce more people to the benefits of therapy dog visits.

Get involved: Share your talents, participate in an event or fundraiser, or find another way to support our mission using your gifts. There are so many ways to help, and every bit makes a difference!

Leave us a review: A kind word of support can go a long way! If you’ve had a positive experience with WMTD, consider leaving us a review on Google. https://www.google.com/maps/place//@42.9722155,-85.6190444,10z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m3!3m2!1s0x6f2f6ba3e592198b:0x864eac57f6032f22!12e1?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDgwNS4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D

We’re thankful for every person who volunteers, donates, shares, attends, helps behind the scenes, or simply cheers us on. Thank you for being part of the WMTD community!

08/13/2026

Location: Airport ✈️
Outfit: WMTD blue 💙
Job: Receiving love & pets 🐾

08/11/2026

A pretty sweet night at Ruff Readers! 📚🐾💌✨

Monica and Gilby were the only team at Kelloggsville KDL for Ruff Readers last week, but they certainly weren’t left without some love. One family brought a card, while another brought a bracelet with Gilby’s name on it.

We love seeing the connections our teams make with the kids and families they visit!

08/06/2026

What an incredible evening celebrating the generosity of our community!

The WMTD Board of Directors recently attended a special dinner and check presentation hosted by the Grand Rapids Jeep Club 616 Jeeps, where they presented an incredible $3,500+ donation raised through this year's Go Topless Day 2026 fundraiser.

The club shared how much they appreciated having our therapy dog teams at the event, and we're honored to have been part of such a meaningful day. Because of their generosity, we're able to continue bringing comfort, connection, and the unconditional love of a therapy dog to people throughout West Michigan.

Thank you, 616 Jeeps, for your incredible support and partnership. We are so grateful! 💙🐾

Grand Rapids Jeep Club LLC

08/04/2026

Summer has been full of sunshine and adventures, but we have to admit... we're missing something.

We can't wait to visit our college friends across West Michigan again! ❤️🐾

07/30/2026

They say dogs are a man’s best friend, and they’re totally right! We are so grateful for our furry friends who love us unconditionally and wholeheartedly.

On this International Day of Friendship, we're celebrating the incredible bond we share with our therapy dogs and the friendships they help create every day. From comforting patients and students to brightening the days of seniors and hospital staff, these special dogs remind us that friendship is one of the greatest gifts we can give.

Tag a friend (two-legged or four-legged!) who makes your life a little brighter 🐶✨🫂💌

07/28/2026

Shari & Walter and Ron & Kaiser recently stopped by the Meijer Heart Center! 🐾❤️

These two teams spent time brightening the day for patients, families, and staff. Sometimes a few quiet moments with a therapy dog are exactly what's needed.

This year, as West Michigan Therapy Dogs celebrates 25 years, we're especially grateful for volunteers like Shari and Ron who share their dogs with others and continue the tradition of bringing comfort, connection, and compassion to our community.

Help us sustain and continue our mission. Donate today to help us connect more teams with those in need of therapy dog love! https://wmtd.org/donate/ 💙

07/23/2026

We had the best time shining lights up to the kiddos staying at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital! 🌟🌟🌟

Through Project Night Lights, members of the West Michigan community gather to shine lights, wave, and remind children and families that they are surrounded by people who care.

Our therapy dog teams love being a part of this special tradition – bringing a little brightness, comfort, and connection during what can be a frightening and uncertain time for those staying at the hospital.

We are grateful for the opportunity to stand alongside our community and bring smiles, encouragement, and a little extra light. 💙

Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Helen DeVos Children's Hospital

07/21/2026

Lucas and his friends at Mary Free Bed! 💙✨🩺

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital

07/18/2026

*Position had been filled!*
We are hiring! 🐾

We're in need of a Communications Intern for the 2026-2027 school year.

This part-time, unpaid, hybrid internship is a great opportunity for students studying Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Photography/Videography, Nonprofit Administration, Digital Media, or related fields who are looking to gain hands-on experience while supporting a mission-driven organization. Students interested in storytelling, community engagement, and nonprofit communications are encouraged to apply. Additional position details and responsibilities are attached.

**To Apply: click this link! https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4440238770/ **

Address

P. O. Box 2533
Grand Rapids, MI
49501

Telephone

+16167261256

Website

https://wmtd.org/

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