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Pet Hug Pack® is currently suspended. Please view the most up-to-date information here for operations during COVID-19.
A national model for visiting animal team programs, the Pet Hug Pack® is ARF's renowned therapy animal program comprised of over 100 teams of qualified pets and their volunteer handlers. Since 2002, thousands of children, seniors, veterans, and others in need in Contra Costa County experience the wet noses and unconditional love of these special dogs and cats.
Aside from regular visits to more than 50 hospitals and care facilities, Pet Hug Pack® animals participate in All Ears Reading®, education programs, and outreach events as ARF ambassadors and symbols of unconditional love and compassion. Pet Hug Pack® animals are evaluated to ensure they are well-mannered, healthy, and of suitable temperament.
2890 Mitchell Dr
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 256-1273
Adoption Hours
Appointments recommended
Wed - Sun: 11:45 am - 5 pm
Business Hours
Mon - Fri, 9 am - 5 pm
You can save lives. Together, we can make a difference.
ARF is a 501(c)(3)
Tax ID 68-0240341
ARF has received Charity Navigator's highest 4-star rating for 13 years running.