Who Are We?
A group of dedicated volunteers who are passionate about therapy animal services and the benefits they bring to individuals in our communities.
Learn more about us ›What is a therapy animal?
A therapy animal is a specially trained animal that partners with its human handler to volunteer at a variety of facilities and events, bringing joy, comfort, and companionship to those they meet. Would your pet make a good therapy animal?
Who uses therapy animal services?
Therapy animal services are used by a variety of facilities, such as hospitals, elder care, assisted-living, hospice, shelters, schools, libraries, and more. No matter the setting, the goal is to bring positive results, whether helping with a specific therapeutic objective, or simply brightening someone's day. Which facilities are using North Star Therapy Animals?
The Latest News & Stories:
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A Simple Walk Leads to Methodist Hospital and Many More Smiles
It was during a walk around Centennial Lakes that I realized everyone who saw Eddie […] Read more ›
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CBS News Features Animal-Assisted Therapy Program at St. Paul Children’s Hospital
Nicole Lindstrom, NSTA Board Member and Occupational Therapist at St. Paul Children's Hospital, developed and […] Read more ›
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WCCO Story Features NSTA Teams at Pierre Bottineau Library
Two of NSTA's North Star Readers teams are featured in a recent WCCO story on […] Read more ›
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