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Animal Therapy Groups and Programs |
Links to some helpful pet bird information: |
A great cat link: |
Some helpful dog links: Therapy Dog Assiciation & Programs a list of contacts Pets & People mainly dog-focused |
"Pet Therapy" or "Animal Assisted Therapy" ... whatever you want to call it, residents love it! Nothing beats the comfort an animal can bring to a nursing home resident. In my facility, we have two cats, ten fish, and one parakeet. We had a dog, but he now lives at home with a staff member- he just wasn't cut out to live with so many people. More details of my own pet experiences coming soon... On this page you will find many links to resources for information, pet care, and other animal related items. I'd love to hear your stories, and I'll try to include them on this page for others. If you have a story, or you've found another resource you think I should take a look at, please email me! |
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"Pet Therapy" or "Animal Assisted Therapy" ... whatever you want to call it, residents love it! Nothing beats the comfort an animal can bring to a nursing home resident. In my facility, we have two cats, ten fish, and one parakeet. We had a dog, but he now lives at home with a staff member- he just wasn't cut out to live with so many people. More details of my own pet experiences coming soon... On this page you will find many links to resources for information, pet care, and other animal related items. I'd love to hear your stories, and I'll try to include them on this page for others. If you have a story, or you've found another resource you think I should take a look at, please email me! |
DOGS Dogs seem to be the first animal most people think of when I mention pet therapy. Dogs are often familiar to residents- many of them remember their own beloved pets, not to mention Lassie, Rin Tin Tin, and a million other well-known dogs. Take care when approaching residents with a dog- allow time for both the resident and the dog to feel comfortable, and don't rush the visit. |
This page was last updated on: July 21, 2003
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Some helpful dog links: Therapy Dog Assiciation & Programs a list of contacts Pets & People mainly dog-focused |
CATS Furry little bundles of love, or pets with attitudes? It depends on the cat! Kittens are especially successful as visiting pets at my facility... few people fear them, and even the less mobile residents are able to see and touch a kitten. The biggest concern we have with cats is claws- watch out for a scared kitten being held by a resident with fragile skin. |
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BIRDS Even residents who don't want to touch an animal can enjoy watching birds on perches and in cages. Birds are also relatively easy to care for, and don't demand a great deal of expensive supplies in order to keep them happy & healthy. |
Links to some helpful pet bird information: |
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