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A volunteer and his/her certified therapy dog are the center of attention in this group. You can pet the dog, meet the dog’s owner, and socialize with others in the group. The many goals of this group include increasing relaxation, enhancing self-esteem and positive emotions, increasing socialization, and, for dog owners, connecting to daily living. The occurrence of this group is dependent on the availability of volunteer staff, so it may not be held regularly.