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Furry Friends

Certified Dog and Family Pet Visitation Programs

Research shows that relationships with animals have a positive influence on health. Interacting with pets can lower blood pressure, reduce stress, decrease loneliness and enhance feelings of well-being. "Furry Friends" allows patients to experience the joy of a visiting pet, either their own or a dog certified for hospital visits. These two programs, both of which began in August of 2003, bring much pleasure to our patients.

Family Pet Visitation Program (dog/cat)
Administered by the nursing staff on approved units.

Certified Dog Visitation
Administered by Rehabilitation Therapies staff on approved units

Furry Friend

Dog

 

Last modification date: Wed Mar 21 15:23:28 2007
URL: http://www.uihealthcare.com /depts/volunteerprogram/furryfriends/index.html