Hospice Dog Support Volunteer; Unpaid

Edina, United States | Posted on 12/31/2025

Superior Hospice

Bring comfort, reduce loneliness, and create small moments of happiness—simply by sharing the presence of your certified therapy dog with someone in hospice care. As a Comfort Dog Volunteer with Superior Hospice, you and your pup will become a welcome light in someone’s day.

• Visit patients in-home or in senior living communities to offer animal-assisted companionship
• Create a sense of calm and connection for patients and families
• Monitor your dog’s comfort and behavior, ensuring a safe experience
• Communicate any patient concerns or needs to the hospice team
• Participate in hospice orientation and pet therapy-specific onboarding

• A therapy dog certified through Pet Partners, Alliance of Therapy Dogs, or similar
• An open heart and desire to serve people facing end-of-life challenges
• Sensitivity to emotional and spiritual needs
• Willingness to drive throughout our metro service area

• Watch the bond between human and animal create powerful emotional support
• Flexible scheduling to fit your availability
• Learn from a team that values empathy and dignity above all
• Be part of a new movement in hospice care that honors the full human experience

We invite you to take part in something extraordinary—with your dog by your side.