Did you know that pet therapy can make a world of difference in recovery? At Totally Kids, we’ve seen firsthand how therapy animals bring comfort, reduce stress, and even help improve physical and emotional well-being for our patients.
Boosts Mood & Reduces Anxiety: The presence of a friendly animal can lower stress levels and provide a sense of calm.
Encourages Movement & Socialization: Patients are more motivated to engage in therapy, interact with others, and even improve mobility.
Lowers Blood Pressure & Enhances Healing: Scientific studies show that pet therapy can reduce blood pressure and promote overall wellness.
Provides Unconditional Love & Support: A wagging tail or a gentle nuzzle can bring comfort in ways words cannot.
We are proud to offer pet therapy to our patients on the Acute and Subacute units as part of our holistic approach to healing. Seeing the smiles on our patients’ faces says it all!
-Written by: Julie Lindemann, Recreation Therapist