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Axarquía hospital introduces animal-assisted therapy for children
Eugenio Cabezas
The Paediatric unit at the Axarquía hospital in Torre del Mar has introduced some new members of staff to the team in the form of therapy dogs, thanks to a pioneering animal-assisted therapy programme. Every Tuesday morning from 10am to 12pm ... Paediatric unit, the presence of dogs during certain interventions can "help professionals and patients overcome different situations and fears". He added, "Therapy dogs can form bonds with children without using words."