This service is designed for beneficiaries who may have mobility challenges or prefer a more private setting.
Research has shown that canine-assisted interventions can help reduce depressive symptoms, anxiety, and loneliness while improving overall mood. These benefits also extend to family members and caregivers, fostering stronger connections within the home.
Free and easy sessions – The beneficiary will interact freely with our Dogtors and their handlers, for the purpose of general mood elevation and stress relief.
Structured sessions – We will work with you to develop a programme with specific outcomes and activities in mind e.g. physical rehabilitation.
We have 30 minute and 60 minute visit options, depending on your needs.
Please reach out to us at woof@thedogtors.sg for more information on our pricing structure.
We comply with international guidelines on safeguarding the health of individuals in healthcare settings where animals are involved. In particular, we comply with guidelines from the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America, the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), International Association of Human-Animal Interactions Organizations (IAHAIO) etc.
Our handlers are also equipped with knowledge and best practices in this area, and all seniors are required to wash their hands with soap and water, or use hand sanitiser, before and after each session.
It is also important to note that psychological wellbeing is critical for physical recovery, and that improvement in mood and wellbeing of seniors may outweigh the low risks associated with having dogs in healthcare facilities, especially with our risk management measures in place!
Generally, each session will take place in the beneficiary’s home, or in a common area such as the void deck/playground. Our Dogtors and their handlers will interact with the beneficiary through meaningful conversations, or activities such as petting, grooming, tricks, or other games. We have seen how our Dogtors have naturally helped to facilitate conversation and connection between individuals.
Each session lasts for either 30 or 60 minutes, depending on your needs. We will work out a schedule with you, andHow long will it take for you to confirm my session? can visit weekly if needed, depending on our availability.
Once we have received your request for a session, we will try our best to reply to you within 2 working days.
As a responsible animal-assisted service provider, we ensure that our well-trained and well-behaved Dogtors do not create messes in the space.
We establish clear guidelines and protocols for our visits, require all dogs to do their business just before the start of a session, and closely supervise the dogs during their visits and take them out for breaks when necessary. Our handlers are equipped to address any issues that may arise, and we prioritise maintaining a clean and professional environment during our visits.
