Who We Are
- Therapy Animal Stars
  
  We are a group of dedicated volunteers who are passionate about therapy animal services and benefits they bring to individuals in our communities.
- Who We Are
Become a Team
- Wanted! More Teams
  
  We are looking for more therapy animal teams to join us. If you are interested in forming wonderful friendships, making treasured memories & finding personal fulfillment then you are in the right place!
- Become a Team
Our Animals
- Leaving Paw Prints
  
  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.
- Our Animals
In the News
- Therapy Animal Tales
  
  Read about the great work our teams are doing out in the field and stay up to date on what’s happening with the North Star Therapy Animals organization.
  
  Have a great story to share? Send us a note and let us know!
- In the News
  - In the News
Request a Visit
- We’d Love To Visit!
  
  Invite us over to bring happiness, companionship and courage to the people you work with.
- Request a Visit
Members
- Membership Has Benefits
  
  Being a North Star Therapy Animal member has many benefits. You witness people make amazing transformations, your relationship with your animal grows and you also get to see what’s in this section!
- Members
  - Member Login
Contact
- Hello There!
  
  Want to learn more about North Star Therapy Animals? Fill out the contact form and we will get back to you.
- Contact Us
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Membership

To become a North Star Therapy Animal member, you must have a current Pet Partners® registered animal. Please apply under Team Membership below.

Current members who no longer have a therapy animals partner should opt for the Individual Membership.

Register for a Membership

Team Membership (with an animal partner)

All Team Memberships require a current registration with the Pet Partners® program.

Dues: $25/year

Additional Requirements:

You will need to submit a copy of your current Pet Partners® registration card to North Star Therapy Animals’ Membership Coordinator and pay your annual dues.
The handler will need to meet with a new member mentor to complete a NSTA orientation session. This one-on-one meeting is designed to familiarize you with the programs we offer, how we can be of assistance to you, and answer any questions you may have.
We ask that you agree to at least one (1) year of volunteering with NSTA, and suggest volunteering at least one (1) time per month (at the facility of your choice). We encourages you to report your hours each month (along with specific details) via our website.
You are encouraged to attend at least two (2) NSTA group meetings per year. These meetings are designed to give everyone a chance to meet other NSTA members, keep everyone apprised of NSTA news and events, to provide educational opportunities, and allow time for questions and discussion. One of our meetings is an annual picnic held in September.