Pets as Therapy cafe

Pets As Therapy (PAT) is a national charity that enhances the health and wellbeing of thousands of people in communities across the UK. We strive to ensure that everyone, no matter their circumstances, has access to the companionship of an animal.

Join us for cuddle and a cuppa with our volunteer therapy dogs and:

• Find out about what makes a great therapy dog
• Hang out with other dog lovers
• Have a photo with the dogs
• Relax and unwind in the tranquility of Waterlow Park
• Take home a doggy bag (free tote bag and other goodies)

Free refreshments provided

Benefits of pet therapy:

Research shows that animal therapy is great in helping people relax, reduce stress and generally feel good!

Who you'll meet:

Meet Faldo the labrador, Roxy the schnauzer, Mavis the whippet, Chewie the cavachon, Lola the poodle and Betty the pug - among others!

Who it's for:

The session is suited to all dog lovers - whether you have your own or not. Maybe you live apart from your dog and you miss their company or perhaps you're dreaming of having your own dog one day. It's also great way for people who might be shy around dogs to build confidence. Whatever your situation - everyone is welcome!

The venue:

Lauderdale House is a cosy and welcoming space situated in Waterlow Park, looking out over the beautiful terraces and lawns of this "garden for the gardenless."

Tickets sold in aid of Pets as Therapy to help them continue their amazing work in our community. The sale of your ticket will pay for 9 team visits from a Pets as Therapy volunteer (all sales go to the charity)

Limited places available

Event is suitable for people aged 7+

For more info or any questions please contact Sacha at [email protected]

Pets as Therapy is a Registered charity in England and Wales 1112194

www.petsastherapy.org

About the organiser

My rescue pug Betty is a volunteer for Pets as Therapy. We’re organising an event with fellow therapy dogs to help raise money for the charity but also as a way for other dog lovers across London to come together and form friendships.

Once a week we visit a local care home so the residents can have a cuddle with Betty as many must give up their pets when they move in.

We started volunteering after the pandemic when I could see how isolated some people were during this dark time.

We meet so many lovely Londoners when we're out and about in London. People often stop to chat and it’s through this shared love of dogs, that we want to host this event. We hope you can join us!

Host or Publisher Sacha & Betty the pug