A pets as therapy (PAT) programme was initiated in a closed ward of a major psychiatric
hospital. The effect of regular contact with a dog on a selected group of chronic ward‐bound …

Background There are a number of therapies currently available to assist healthcare
professionals and carers with non-pharmacological treatment for people living with …

Study Objective: The purpose of this study is to determine whether introducing a robotic
companion cat into a long term care facility may improve affect and, subsequently, increase …

Abstract Background and Objectives Depressive symptoms are highly prevalent in older
adults and may contribute to functional impairment at old age. Animal-assisted interventions …

Caring for people with dementia and working in dementia care is described as having both
rewarding and unpleasant aspects and has been studied to a minor extent. This study aims …

Background Caring for a person with dementia predisposes informal carers (carers) to
mental and physical disability. Carers tend to focus on the needs of the person with …

Objective To comprehensively review studies on dog‐assisted interventions (DAIs) among
older people in residential long‐term care facilities (RLTCFs) and to provide an overview of …

The present study investigated the effects of weekly dog visits on depression scores, mood,
and social interaction in elderly individuals living in a nursing home. Five elderly residents …

Impact of Dog-Assisted Therapy for Institutionalized Patients With Dementia: A Controlled
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Three nursing homes in the Brisbane area took part in the study. The Moreton Bay Nursing
Care Unit (20 females, 11 males) had a visiting dog (each week), the Returned Services …