The Quinn K9 Animal Assisted intervention is available to everyone. You do not have to be referred by a professional you are free to contact us yourself and enquire if it is the right scheme for you. We currently have three therapy dogs.
( we also offer a therapy dog training service in which you can have your pet assessed and trained as your own therapy dog).
Out Carefully planned, bespoke packages are aimed at veterans. children in care, supported lodgings, care leavers or young adults who have just come out of prison. We also welcome referral’s from those who battle with their mental health. There is no set criteria to meet. Please get in touch.
Our packages: are affordable and :
•Improve mental health
•Mental health and well being are crucial aspects of a therapeutic approach in helping children and adults find healthy ways to overcome
•trauma.
Spending time with dogs:
reduces stress hormones, promotes companionship and reduces feelings of loneliness, provides a sense of purpose and encourages children to get fresh air and exercise.
Dogs can also be a comfort through loss helping children and adults work through grief.
Dogs teach:
•children and adults how to trust
•and how to become trustworthy.
•Social skills, communication, understanding and empathy.
•Responsibility
