The Animal-Assisted Therapy Program at Phoenix Children’s Hospital: A Journey Towards Evidence

Zeblisky, Kathy; Jennings, Mary Lou

doi:10.1080/15323269.2016.1118293

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“…Zeblisky and Jennings (2016) reported similar results at a large children's hospital. Data from a 9-year study indicated a 93% percent positive change in the mood of patients [46]. Avila-Alverez and Pardo-Vasquez (2020) concur as children and parents gave AAI their highest satisfaction rating with a significant improvement in the child's mood [47].…”

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“…Lindstron-Nilsson et al (2020) found the well-being of children increased to very good after AAI and reported the hospital stay as better with 93% of the children assessing their interaction with the dog as very good [45]. Zeblisky and Jennings (2016) reported similar results at a large children's hospital. Data from a 9-year study indicated a 93% percent positive change in the mood of patients [46].…”

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confidence: 91%

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Race, Zoonoses and Animal Assisted Interventions in Pediatric Cancer

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Notaro

2022

IJERPH

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Emerging evidence accumulates regarding the benefits of animal-assisted interventions (AAIs) in facilitating pediatric cancer treatment and alleviating symptomatology through positive changes in the patients’ emotional, mental, and even physical status. A major concern expressed by healthcare providers and parents in implementing AAIs in hospital settings is the transmission of disease from animals to patients. Immunocompromised children, such as pediatric cancer patients are at increased risk for pet-associated diseases. Furthermore, existing disparities among the racial and ethnic minority groups of pediatric cancer patients can potentially exacerbate their risk for zoonoses. This literature review highlights the most common human infections from therapy animals, connections to the race and ethnic background of pediatric oncology patients, as well as means of prevention. The discussion is limited to dogs, which are typically the most commonly used species in hospital-based animal-assisted therapy. The aim is to highlight specific preventive measures, precautions and recommendations that must be considered in hospitals’ protocols and best practices, particularly given the plethora of benefits provided by AAI for pediatric cancer patients, staff and families.

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confidence: 58%