Therapy Dogs International (TDI^®) is a volunteer organization dedicated to regulating, testing and registration of therapy dogs and their volunteer handlers for the purpose of visiting nursing homes, hospitals, other institutions and wherever else therapy dogs are needed.

TDI was founded in 1976 in New Jersey.

TDI registers all breeds of dogs. Some dogs have pedigrees, while others have been adopted from local shelters or are rescue dogs.

We have volunteer dogs and their handlers in all 50 States as well as some in Canada.

To belong to Therapy Dogs International (TDI^®) all dogs must be tested and evaluated by a Certified TDI Evaluator. A dog must be a minimum of one (1) year of age and have a sound temperament. Each dog must pass a TDI temperament evaluation for suitability to become a Therapy Dog. The test will also include the evaluation of the dog's behavior around people with the use of some type of service equipment (wheelchairs, crutches, etc.).

We require an continuously updated Health Record Form to be completed and signed by a licensed veterinarian.

TDI is a non-profit organization supported through annual membership dues. Donations are welcome.

A Board of Directors governs the organization under the leadership of Ursula A. Kempe, President, who is also directing the business office of the organization.