The Adventist Paulson Pediatric Rehabilitation facility has joined with the Hinsdale (IL) Humane Society to provide canine-assisted therapy for kids with special needs. Sometimes called service dogs, the dogs provide pet therapy. The canine-assisted rehabilitation (CARe) teams use the dogs to help kids relax before therapy, learn to socialize, and as a reward for completing some tasks. Many times, the animal participates with the child during therapy. Therapy teams are registered with Delta Society, an international group that organizes the volunteers, pet owners, and vets. Carla Pister, manager of the pediatric rehab facility says, "The animals have made a big difference in reducing patients’ anxiety – sometimes their presence alone can be comforting.”
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