SBPAWS
Bringing Comfort to Your Journey
SLO County Airport (SBP) is excited to introduce SBPaws, our therapy dog program in partnership with the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. Designed to enhance your travel experience, SBPaws brings certified therapy dogs into our terminal to provide comfort, reduce stress, and make your time at the airport more enjoyable.
Look for the SBPaws therapy dogs next time you fly through SBP – and let them make your travel experience even more memorable!
Program Details
•When: Monday – Friday | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
•Where: Inside the SBP terminal
How it Works
- Friendly, well-trained therapy dogs and their handlers will roam the terminal during designated hours. Whether you’re preparing for takeoff, waiting for a loved one, or simply visiting the airport, you’re invited to interact with our SBPaws team for a moment of joy and relaxation.
Why SBPaws?
• Reduce Travel Stress: Calm your nerves with a comforting furry friend.
• Enhance Your Experience: Enjoy a more welcoming and positive airport environment.
• Support for Airport Staff: Our team members also benefit from these uplifting encounters.
• Community Connection: SBPaws reflects our commitment to caring for passengers, employees, and the entire community.
Meet SBP's Therapy Dogs
Name: Ghandi
Dog Breed: Golden Retriever
Favorite Treat: Freeze Dried Salmon Treats
Favorite Activities: Hiking, Being Brushed
Name: Whisper
Dog Breed: Maltese Mix
Favorite Treat: Salmon
Favorite Activities: Visiting Airports, Schools, and Playing with Toys.
Name: Tater
Dog Breed: Poodle/German Shepherd Mix
Favorite Treat: Varies
Favorite Activities: Greeting Humans & Cuddling
Name: Mr. Duke
Dog Breed: Standard Poodle
Favorite Treat: Pupperoni
Favorite Activities: Greeting Humans & Truck Rides
Name: Luna
Dog Breed: Border Collie
Favorite Treat: Human Food
Favorite Activities: Chasing Sticks, Rocks, & Balls.
Name: Ari
Dog Breed: Golden Retriever
Favorite Treat: Pizza Bones
Favorite Activities: SBPaws & Playing with Cat Siblings.
Name: Indie
Dog Breed: King Shepherd
Favorite Treat: Chicken Jerky
Favorite Activities: Long Walks, Running on the Beach, Receiving Love/Pets.
Name: Bella
Dog Breed: Cockapoo
Favorite Treat: Varies
Favorite Activities: Dancing, Catching Ball, Walking on the Beach.
Name: Nash
Dog Breed: Golden Retriever
Favorite Treat: Steak & Fish
Favorite Activities: Playing With Toys
Name: Rafa
Dog Breed: Golden Retriever
Favorite Treat: Hills Hypoallergenic Dog Treats
Favorite Activities: Chasing Tennis Balls & Mingling.
Name: Tiki
Dog Breed: English Labrador Retriever
Favorite Treat: Carrots & Blueberries
Favorite Activities: Swimming, Sniffing, and Greeting People.
Name: Atom
Dog Breed: Queensland/Cattle Dog Mix
Favorite Treat: Chicken
Favorite Activities: SBPaws
Name: Rocco
Dog Breed: Labrodoodle
Favorite Treat: Premium Cuts of Meat
Favorite Activities: Walking, Chasing a Ball, Hanging out with Humans.
Name: Kieran
Dog Breed: Golden Retriever Mix
Favorite Treat: “Just For Dogs” Fresh Food
Favorite Activities: Fetching a tennis ball.
