Pet Enhanced Therapy Services is a special part of Hendrick Center for
Rehabilitation.
For more than 16 years, the Pet Enhanced Therapy Services or P.E.T.S. program
is a special part of Hendrick Center for Rehabilitation. The program is
comprised of volunteers who help with physical, occupational and speech
therapy not only in rehab, but throughout the hospital. The P.E.T.S. program
also provides visits to patients in the main hospital on a regular basis,
as well as at the request of physicians, staff and the patients' families.
Often patients who miss their own pets will be less anxious or depressed
after visiting with one of our animal volunteers.
Animal Participation Requirements
Animals must be at least one year old, healthy, well-socialized and of
good temperament. Dogs must have undergone basic obedience training as
well. Dogs that can retrieve or perform tricks are especially desirable
because these activities can enhance a physical, occupational or speech
therapy session.
Each pet is carefully screened for both good health and aptitude. Volunteer
teams are formally involved in treatment, helping the patient achieve
a wide variety of goals.
Contact Us
Donna McGehee
PETS Specialist
Pets@hendrickhealth.org
325-670-7142
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Pet Enhanced Therapy Services is a special part of Hendrick Center for
Rehabilitation.
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