Therapy Dogs of Andrews ISD
Dog therapy has been a beneficial support for students and adults, and research shows that trained therapy dogs can create healthy environments for learning and socialization.
Dog Therapy Stats 101
Mental Health Impacts:
- The act of petting animals releases an automatic relaxation response and increases serotonin and oxytocin that play in elevating a positive mood.
- Lowers anxiety
- Provides an "escape" or distraction Reduces initial resistance that accompanies counseling
Physical Health Impacts:
- Lowers Blood Pressure
- Slows anxious breathing
- Encourages greater use of language and social interaction
- Can serve as a motivational tool
All AISD therapy dogs undergo ongoing health checks and complete thorough behavioral training. All AISD therapy dogs and handlers are certified under the Alliance of Therapy Dogs program. Therapy Dogs are handled through the Counseling Department on select AISD campuses.
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Moments of crisis happen when least expecting it; Andrews ISD understands this well, and would like to give back to the community. In an effort to support our fellow school districts and students of Texas and New Mexico, the Andrews ISD Therapy Dog Program extends our services to you.
If your district has been affected by a crisis event and is wanting AISD dog therapy services to assist in recovery efforts, please submit a request by clicking on button below.
An AISD district administrator will be in contact with you to gather further information within 24 hours.
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