The Pet Therapy Program at Ministry Saint Joseph's
Children's Hospital is designed to provide emotional support and comfort
to patients by providing therapeutic interactions with specially trained dogs
and cats. This therapy is done in an effort to normalize the environment and
help reduce the stress of hospitalization. In addition, Pet Therapy may enhance
positive physical, cognitive, emotional and social interactions. Each volunteer
handler must complete volunteer
training through Ministry Saint Joseph's Hospital Volunteer Services. All
therapy dogs are Delta Certified and must pass a series of skills and
aptitude tests to become certified. All animals are cleaned and well
groomed before each visit and must be free from overt diseases and have an
up-to-date vaccination history.
Pet Therapy
Pet Therapy
Pet Therapy
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