Pet Friend Visitation Program

The Child Life Department manages the Pet Friend Visitation Program, designed to assist children in adjusting to hospitalization. Child-animal contact can range from a child watching a dog to petting, cuddling or even playing fetch and walking the dog in the hallway. Physician and parent approval is needed. Contact the Volunteer Services Department at 412-692-5185 or e-mail chpvolunteer@chp.edu to discuss the multi-step application process.