This systematic review investigated evidence for the effectiveness of trained assistance dogs
as an intervention and support for people with dementia. Peer‐reviewed articles were …

This review summarises and critiques the published literature regarding dog therapy for
older people with dementia living in residential aged care facilities. Nine studies were …

Simple Summary There is growing evidence for the efficacy of trained assistance dogs to
enhance the health and wellbeing of people in a variety of circumstances, including those …

There is increasing recognition of animal-assisted interventions as a promising area of
practice within health and social care for people living with dementia. However, much of the …

Although some research suggests that dog-assisted therapy may be beneficial for people
with dementia living in residential aged care facilities, the intervention has not been …

Background Persons with Alzheimer's disease (AD) sometimes express themselves through
behaviours that are difficult to manage for themselves and their caregivers, and to minimise …

Impact of Dog-Assisted Therapy for Institutionalized Patients With Dementia: A Controlled
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Background: Animal-assisted therapy (AAT) is gaining popularity as part of therapy
programs in residential aged care facilities. Humans and pet dogs respond to quiet …

The goal of the present study was to examine how canine assistance may support family
caregivers and persons with dementia and to document and compare two modalities of …

Aim To evaluate the effect of a dog-assisted intervention on the behavioural and
psychological symptoms of residents with dementia during a six-month period. Method The …