Mental health and addictions in Elliot Lake, Ontario
Maplegate - Pet Therapy
Offered by Maplegate
In short
The first step in pet therapy is the selection of a suitable animal. Many animal groups train and connect volunteer owners and pets with health care providers.
- Updated
- This organization's address is confidential and is not published.
- What it helps with
- Help right now, Help with drinking or drugs, Safety from harm, Help with my mental health, Care for my animal, A fresh start
- Cost and access
- Free
- How to reach
- Contact through Maplegate: (705) 461-9868 · Website
- Last verified
- , by HelpSeeker
Contact the organization to confirm
About this service
The first step in pet therapy is the selection of a suitable animal. Many animal groups train and connect volunteer owners and pets with health care providers. Before an animal and its handler can participate in pet therapy, the team usually has to fulfill certain requirements. This process typically includes:
- a physical examination of the animal to confirm that it is immunized and free of diseases
- an obedience training course to ensure proper animal control
- an instructional course to teach the trainer about patient interaction
- an evaluation of the animals temperament and behavior with the handler
- a certification from the sponsoring organization
Once an animal-and-handler team is approved, animals are assigned for therapy based on patients needs. The animals type, breed, size, age, and natural behavior determine where it will be most helpful.
How do I get in touch?
Call (705) 461-9868, or use the website.
Listed in Elliot Lake, Ontario.