You have the heart.
They have the paws.
We have the mission.

Why join the Crisis Canine Corps?

As a member of the Crisis Canine Corps (CCC), you and your canine become a vital source of healing. While standard therapy visits bring joy to everyday settings, our trained teams step into the aftermath of life-altering events to provide a unique kind of comfort. Your role is to be the “calm in the chaos” - offering a non-judgmental presence to survivors, first responders, medical personnel, and community members when words simply aren't enough.

We are also equally committed to proactive community engagement. Our teams participate in local outreach, wellness fairs, educational events, and so much more to build resilience and share the healing power of our 4-legged friends.

Whether serving as the “calm in the chaos” or providing a supportive presence at a community gathering, our teams provide comfort, calm, and care when it matters most.

A man with glasses and a gray bandana kneels beside a large, black and white dog with a collar in an indoor setting. The man is smiling at the camera, and several people are in the background, some blurred, with various items and gear around.
An older man with gray hair, glasses, and a military uniform with medals, standing indoors, with a large black and white dog sitting beside him. The man is gently holding the dog's collar with his right hand. The background shows a woman blurred in the distance and a table with items, indicating a public or community event.

  • Handler is at least 18 years of age

  • Handler is willing to represent Crisis Canine Corps professionally during volunteer activities, training opportunities, and deployments

  • Canine is currently certified through a nationally recognized therapy dog organization

  • Canine holds both AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) and AKC Canine Good Citizen Advanced (CGCA) certifications at time of application

  • CCC requires canines to also have AKC Canine Good Citizen Urban (CGCU), if your canine currently does not hold CGCU, you must be willing to obtain it within a 6-month period to remain eligible


To maintain the highest standards of safety and professionalism, all teams joining Crisis Canine Corps must meet the qualifications below.

Crisis Response Environment Notice

Crisis Canine Corps teams may be asked to support individuals and communities experiencing grief, trauma, or other high‑stress situations. Handlers and their canines must be comfortable working in emotionally intense environments that may include large groups of people, emergency personnel, and active community response operations.

Application Process

  • Complete the Crisis Canine Corps
    pre-screening application below.

Step 1 - Submit an application

  • Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule a team evaluation conducted by a CCC evaluator. During this session we observe how the handler and canine work together in environments similar to those encountered during CCC assignments

Step 2 - Handler/Canine Evaluation

  • Teams who successfully complete the evaluation will receive onboarding information and next steps for joining Crisis Canine Corps.

Step 3 - Acceptance and Orientation

We are looking for applicants who understand that advocating for the mission and helping us raise funds is just as critical as our mission. If you are passionate about the impact of crisis canines and are ready to help us build the resources needed to keep this mission alive, we would love to see your application.

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT AN INQUIRY

Our Mission

Crisis Canine Corps provides professional, compassionate, trained therapy dog support to individuals and communities impacted by crisis and trauma. We deliver comfort, calm, and care when it matters most. We provide support to those directly affected, those who feel the ripple effects of tragedy, and to the first responders and medical professionals who serve in crisis-intense roles. We also engage through outreach and support efforts that promote connection, resilience, and mental and emotional well-being.

Comfort, Calm, and Care when it matters most.

Interested in joining?
Fill out the inquiry!

If you and your canine meet our qualifications and are prepared to bring comfort to those in need, we want to hear from you!
Tell us a little about yourself, and let’s see if we’re a match for the mission.