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Programs & Services


Pet Therapy

Pet therapy is a referral based program in which trained therapy dogs are integrated into a pediatric patient's psychosocial treatment process. It is a goal directed intervention delivered by a health care professional.

Pet Therapy is utilized to:

  • increase participation in therapies such as physical, occupational, speech or psychological treatments
  • help in coping or compliance with tests or procedures
  • help improve mood, decrease anxiety and/or fear of hospitalizatoin or illness

Contact Details

Stollery Children's Hospital

Location Info
Unit 4B1.08
Address
8440 112 Street
Edmonton, Alberta
T6G 2B7
Telephone
780-407-6818
Getting There

Parking and Public transportation available

Hours of Operation
Days of the Week

Monday
7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tuesday
7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wednesday
7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thursday
7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Friday
7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Access
Service Providers May Include
child life specialists, dog trainers / handlers
Eligibility

Call for information.

Wait Times

An estimated wait time will be provided at the time of appointment booking.

Service Languages
Interpreter/Translation services