Pet Assisted Therapy
June 5th 2007 00:03
Pet Assisted Therapy revolves around social interaction and sharing the joys and intrinsic therapeutic values of animal companionship, with both children and adults, in hospitals, nursing /rehabilitation centers, mental health/mental retardation facilities, senior care centers and special schools/organizations. Volunteers have flexibility in scheduling visits and determining the times, locations, frequency and types of facilities that best suit them. Regardless of where you go or whom you visit, you will provide a powerful prescription for people in need of cheer and comfort.
The Canine Good Citizen/Therapy Dog International certification is an AKC training and testing program that officially recognizes dogs who have the attributes necessary to serve as companions, therapy volunteers and members in "good standing" within the community. This certification demonstrates that the dog knows basic commands and can function in the presence of other dogs and in public places, specifically in therapeutic settings. This is "canine college level" obedience, so it is necessary that you and your dog have some level of basic training prior to this course.
To find animal assisted therapy groups in your area link
For more information regarding pet assisted therapy Link
The Canine Good Citizen/Therapy Dog International certification is an AKC training and testing program that officially recognizes dogs who have the attributes necessary to serve as companions, therapy volunteers and members in "good standing" within the community. This certification demonstrates that the dog knows basic commands and can function in the presence of other dogs and in public places, specifically in therapeutic settings. This is "canine college level" obedience, so it is necessary that you and your dog have some level of basic training prior to this course.
To find animal assisted therapy groups in your area link
For more information regarding pet assisted therapy Link
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