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Dog Stress Ball (...for humans)
Can be useful as a stress reliever, focus tool or hand strengthener. In the book "Fidget to Focus: Outwit Your Boredom," psychologist Roland Rotz, Ph.D. and ADD coach Sarah D. Wright, M.S. discuss the benefits and uses of fidgets for people with Attention Deficit Disorder. May also be beneficial for any person experiencing muscle weakness in their hands. |
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Children also Grieve
By Linda Goldman An interactive illustrated storybook for children grieving the loss of a relative from the perspective of ‘Henry’ the dog. It follows Henry's progress through the different stages of bereavement and healing, showing the various ways in which he and his family deal with their grief. This engaging book offers age-appropriate support for children coming to terms with loss, and includes resource notes for the adults supporting them. Jessica Kingsley, 2006. Hardcover, 80 pages. |
Unleash the artist within, paint your own dog bowl
Great gift for any dog enthusiast. Or in the clinical setting, what alternative plan do you have for a pet therapy session should the visiting 'therapy dog' become ill or communicate to it's handler that it is just "not in the mood" or your volunteer team call to reschedule. Not all therapy sessions have to involve a live dog to be beneficial.
Paint and bake ceramic bowl kit - Includes ceramic dog bowl,12 pots of non-toxic paint, paint brush, key ring, instructions.
(+ $11.40 postage)
Paint and bake ceramic bowl kit - Includes ceramic dog bowl,12 pots of non-toxic paint, paint brush, key ring, instructions.
(+ $11.40 postage)
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When it ends
A tribute to our best friends who are no longer with us. As well as a range of support resources. |
Resources ...to inspire facilitators of Pet Therapy
Making The Rounds With Oscar: The Inspirational Story Of A Doctor, His Patients And A Very Special Cat
David Dosa
An amazing book about the power of a cat.
Remember to ask yourself is a ‘dog’ the right type of animal for the situation (taking into account elements such as the environment, client group, welfare of the animal and the time commitment)
An amazing book about the power of a cat.
Remember to ask yourself is a ‘dog’ the right type of animal for the situation (taking into account elements such as the environment, client group, welfare of the animal and the time commitment)
Coming Soon
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Activity ideas for visiting therapy dogs
Walking into a room full of people, with every person's eyes on you and being the centre of attention can be nerve wracking for even the most outgoing humans. Similarly this can be quite stressful for a therapy dog. This book will provide tips and tricks on how to facilitate an intervention that increases the likelihood of satisfying both the needs of the dogs and people involved. Click on the 'coming soon' image and we will email you when this resource becomes available. |
Kids and Animals: A Healing Partnership (DVD)
This DVD is a remarkable one hour award winning documentary. It takes us on an emotional journey as we explore the healing bonds formed between chidren and animals. You will meet some amazing children who face extreme challenges in their lives. You will be moved as animals take on the role of therapist. Their personal stories will make you cry and laugh and fill you with hope.
Resources ...to create atmosphere
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Resources ...for the dogs
Kong
One of the challenges of implementing safe and effective pet therapy is learning to successfully split your attention between your dog and the other people in the room. Having a dog that is crate trained or trained to go to its mat is highly beneficial in being able to ensure your dog is safe and relaxed when you are not able to observe it. A kong to lick while it is waiting can be a nice reward and encouragement for calm behaviour.
Must Know Information for everyone involved in Pet Therapy
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Canine body language - Stress Signals bookmark
If you see a dog displaying any of these signals take action and reflect on the situation. Some questions to ask yourself ...has the dog ever been exposed to that under the exact same conditions? Is he/she tired? Do you need to spend more time with the child/adult reflecting and role playing how we interact in a way that your dog likes? Feel free to distribute these bookmarks to educate and advocate. |
Stress In Dogs
Martina Scholz & Clarissa Von Reinhardt
The welfare of Therapy and Service Animals is everyone's responsibility particularly if working in this field.
'Learn how dogs show stress and what you can do to help'.
(Free postage)
The welfare of Therapy and Service Animals is everyone's responsibility particularly if working in this field.
'Learn how dogs show stress and what you can do to help'.
(Free postage)
Research articles and books related to Pet Therapy
Journal of Anthrozoology
Research in human animal interaction
Pets and the Socialisation of children (Michael Robin and Robert ten Bensel)
Explores the influence of pet animals on child development; The impact of pet loss and bereavement on children; The relationship between cruelty to animals by children and child abuse.
Research in human animal interaction
Pets and the Socialisation of children (Michael Robin and Robert ten Bensel)
Explores the influence of pet animals on child development; The impact of pet loss and bereavement on children; The relationship between cruelty to animals by children and child abuse.
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Play Therapy with kids and canines - benefits for children's developmental and psychosocial health - Rise Van Fleet
Obtaining a dog for Pet Therapy, Canine Cotherapists, benefits to children, Play Therapy. |
Handbook on Animal Assisted Therapy
Theoretical Foudations and Guidelines for Practice 3rd Edition
Aubrey Fine
Includes coverage of the use of cats, dogs, birds, and horses; Discusses the "why" to use animals in therapy as well as the "how"; Covers the use of animal-assisted therapy with different special populations and to treat different disorders.
Aubrey Fine
Includes coverage of the use of cats, dogs, birds, and horses; Discusses the "why" to use animals in therapy as well as the "how"; Covers the use of animal-assisted therapy with different special populations and to treat different disorders.
Dog Training Resources
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The training methods you use to train your dog to interact with the world in various human designed environments and perform certain behaviours are crucial to the outcomes of pet therapy.
Online Puppy socialisation course - coming August 2014 What Training methods should I use and how do I commence therapy dog training with my puppy? |
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How to Speak Dog - Sarah Whitehead
Dog training book for children |
Learning Games Kay Lawrence
Valuable learning and life skills are built through play and games for humans and dogs alike.
Insightful and interesting Pet Therapy reads
-coming soon-
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We are constantly on the look out for new items to add to this page. Should you have a favourite resource or learning outcome. Let us know the details and we will endeavour to share your recommendation, learnings, success story or any other item you feel may be of interest to others for the enhancement of pet therapy interactions. Alternatively join our community on Facebook.
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