Animal assisted therapy

Studies reveal that interactions with animals increase endorphins, promoting relaxation, reducing pain and creating relief and joy.

Our animal assisted therapy service is very popular and well-received by all the families who have dogs coming to visit.

Camp Simcha’s volunteer dogs and their owners make weekly visits to our families. It is not only the ill child who reaps the benefits – parents feed back to us that the dog visits bring a feeling of joy and calm to the whole household.

Could your dog be a Camp Simcha Paws for Fun Dog?

We are always looking out for more dogs in London and Manchester to be  part of our Paws for Fun programme.

In order to be considered, your dog will need to have:
• A calm temperament, previous experience with children and be well trained
• Up to date flea control sheet and vaccination sheet from your vet
• Up to date public liability insurance

Want to find out more about your dog becoming one of our therapy dogs? Get in touch now.

For me it was wonderful watching Charlotte express herself like any other child, after all she had been through. Just seeing her face every time Herbie came in, full of life and running around the garden playing ball with him, was amazing.

 

Natalie, Mum of Charlotte, treated for neuroblastoma

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