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Why Dogs?
Studies have shown that Therapy Dogs...
Reduce stress and anxiety with a corresponding decrease in blood pressure, heart rate, and stress hormone cortisol
Increase “health inducing and social inducing” hormones such as oxytocin, dopamine and endorphins
Provide social support and motivation
Make therapy fun and engaging
Provide immediate feedback and opportunity for clients to practice skill sets and recalibrate
Destigmatise therapy
Safety
Your safety is of utmost importance to us. All interactions with our Therapy Dogs are supervised.
Our Therapy Dogs:
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Are professionally trained
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Are specifically selected for their warm and friendly temperament
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Have regular check ups with the veterinarian, and are certified to be healthy
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