Grief is a deeply personal, often isolating journey through the landscape of loss. It’s a universal human experience, yet one that can leave individuals feeling profoundly alone, overwhelmed by a cascade of complex emotions. While support from family, friends, and professional counselors is vital, there’s a growing recognition of another powerful source of comfort: therapy […]
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Experienced dog owners know that dogs have a specific body language which is very expressive. Dogs will instinctively express signs that you as an owner should pick up and know there is something wrong with your canine. For the new owners, the following are few signs you should look out for. Personality Change When a […]
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Many dog owners have chosen this animal as a family pet. Then there are those who own a dog that has been trained to assist with health needs. In this category are the therapy dogs. What Is A Therapy Dog? This a dog that has been specifically trained to provide affection and comfort to individuals […]
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For centuries dogs have been recognised as valuable therapeutic companions. The famous nurse Florence Nightingale noted this fact during the 1860s. She would have seen the suffering inflicted on casualties of the Crimean War. Today animal-assisted healing is used less for traumatic wounds and more for naturally occurring chronic pain conditions. In recent years this […]
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Dog-assisted psychotherapy is a unique field that is quickly gaining attention and popularity, where therapy dogs are incorporated into counseling ses
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Therapy dogs have become more popular in recent years. These are dogs which have been specially trained to provide comfort and affection for people who need it. This therapy method is used in hospitals, schools and disaster areas. These animals are generally different from service dogs, but can sometimes be both. Often these dogs are […]
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Social workers are active in diverse settings and work in many different fields. They are valuable team members in schools and other educational facil
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Dog-assisted therapists use direct contact with the animal as part of their treatment plans and therapy sessions for clients and patients. They are of
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Dog-assisted therapy incorporates dogs into the treatment plan to complement and enhance a more traditional therapeutic approach. It can be useful in
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Service dogs are trained to perform specific tasks to assist someone who has a disability. They keep them safe and support their independence. In con
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