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How Transitioning a Therapy Dog Program Online During COVID-19 Can Improve Your Practice

How Transitioning a Therapy Dog Program Online During COVID-19 Can Improve Your Practice
The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated rapid adaptations in various therapeutic practices, including therapy dog programs. A research commentary titled "A Commentary about Lessons Learned: Transitioning a Therapy Dog Program Online during the COVID-19 Pandemic" provides valuable insights for practitioners aiming to improve their skills and program outcomes. Below, we outline key findings and practical steps to enhance your practice based on this research.

Key Findings

The transition of the PAWS Your Stress Therapy Dog program at the University of Saskatchewan to an online format revealed several important lessons:

Practical Steps for Implementation

Based on the research findings, here are practical steps to implement and improve an online therapy dog program:

Encouraging Further Research

The findings from this study underscore the importance of continued research and adaptation in therapeutic practices. Practitioners are encouraged to explore further:

Conclusion

Transitioning a therapy dog program online presents unique challenges and opportunities. By leveraging the lessons learned from the PAWS Your Stress Therapy Dog program, practitioners can enhance their skills and improve program outcomes. Continuous evaluation and adaptation are key to maintaining the program's effectiveness in a virtual environment.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: A Commentary about Lessons Learned: Transitioning a Therapy Dog Program Online during the COVID-19 Pandemic.


Citation: Dell, C., Williamson, L., McKenzie, H., Carey, B., Cruz, M., Gibson, M., Pavelich, A., & Phillips, C. (2021). A Commentary about Lessons Learned: Transitioning a Therapy Dog Program Online during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Animals, 11(3), 914. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani11030914

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